vermouth

noun

ver·​mouth vər-ˈmüth 

: a dry or sweet aperitif wine flavored with aromatic herbs and often used in mixed drinks

Examples of vermouth in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Its high proof gives it enough backbone to stand up to sweet vermouth and bitters, creating a rich, satisfying Manhattan. —Emily Price, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024

Stop by: 512-B E 15th St. Go deeper: Scoop: New wine and vermouth bar called Substrate opening in Optimist Park Sneak A speakeasy-style cocktail lounge in Elizabeth. —Laura Barrero, Axios, 30 Sep. 2024

While Riesling certainly is the main attraction, there’s also plenty of variety from France, Germany, Spain, and beyond, as well as an impressive vermouth list. —Oset Babür-Winter, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Sep. 2024

Orange twist for garnish Combine the gin, sweet vermouth, and pomegranate liqueur in a mixing glass with ice. —Lela London, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from French vermout, vermouth & Italian vermut, vermutte, both borrowed from German Wermut, short for Wermutwein, from Wermut "wormwood" (going back to Old High German wermuota, werimuota) + Wein wine entry 1 — more at wormwood

First Known Use

1806, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

vermouth

noun

ver·​mouth vər-ˈmüth 

: a wine flavored with herbs