Baldoria Dry Rosso Vermouth

Here’s a bottle that gets a lot of play on my bar for good reason. Baldoria Dry Rosso is a modern project out of Piedmont, Italy, developed with the team from the acclaimed Parisian cocktail bar, Little Red Door. This isn’t some dusty, old-world recipe; it’s an intentional rethink of what red vermouth can be. They build it on a base of Chardonnay and Nebbiolo grapes, giving it the tannins and spice you want from a rosso but without the heavy sugar load—something I, Anders Erickson, appreciate when building drinks. As cocktail ingredients go, this one is a truly versatile addition to any serious home bar. Use it to split the vermouth spec in a Manhattan or to build a brighter, crisper Negroni. Among the many craft spirits we've seen, this bottle's clever balance makes it a welcome addition to the Bitter Bear spirits lineup.

This Dry Rosso brings tannic depth and spice from its Nebbiolo grape base, cutting the usual sweetness. It offers savory, herbal notes with bitter orange and a clean finish, making it exceptionally versatile. This vermouth shines in a drier Manhattan or Negroni variation, adding complexity without extra sugar.

Aromas of bitter orange peel, cherry, and clove introduce a rich, dry palate. Here, flavors of dark berries and gentian root mingle with earthy spice before a clean, pleasantly bitter finish with lingering notes of dried herbs and forest floor.