Best vermouths in Madrid

Discover the best places to enjoy vermouth in Madrid, a deeply rooted tradition in the aperitivo culture. From century-old bars with character to modern spots offering a wide selection, this list will guide you through the most authentic corners of the capital. Explore local-recommended options to savour vermouth on tap, pair it with delicious snacks, and experience Madrid's vermouth hour. Perfect for those seeking unique gastronomic experiences and a vibrant atmosphere in the city.

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    Martínez Lacuesta Vermouth Reserva

    192 Global Votes
    • Very aromatic and flavorous

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    This vermouth from La Rioja offers intense aromatic complexity and an exceptional balance of sweetness and bitterness. Its seven-month aging in acacia barrels imparts floral and toasted notes, creating a smooth and mellow flavor profile that sets it apart.

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    Yzaguirre Vermouth

    85 Global Votes
    • Recognized as the best in Spain in its category

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    Yzaguirre Vermouth is a classic benchmark in the Spanish landscape, renowned for its quality and distinctive flavor profile. Its Classic Red Vermouth offers a sweet and balanced experience, while its barrel-aged Red Reserva provides complexity with woody and spicy notes, making it a highly appreciated choice in Madrid.

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    Alvear Vermouth Rojo

    48 Global Votes
    • Delish vermouth

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    Alvear Vermouth Rojo offers a profound sensory experience with notes of citrus, toasted caramel, and sweet spices, standing out for its balance and elegance. Its Pedro Ximénez wine base provides exceptional body and sweetness, making it ideal for sipping neat or in cocktails.

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    Mon Dieu! Reserva

    8 Global Votes
    • Received Verema award for Best Vermouth 2023

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    This Spanish vermouth offers a balanced flavor profile with fine bitter notes, ripe fruit, and sweet spices, making it highly regarded. Its quality has been recognized with a Bronze medal at the London Wine Competition, highlighting its excellence in the market.

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    Vermouth Perucchi Gran Reserva

    3 Global Votes
    • Nice sipping vermouth

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    This Spanish vermouth offers a distinctive complexity and flavor profile, with notes of ripe fruit, spices, and aged wood that make it exceptional. Its balance of sweetness and a fine bitterness, coupled with a long, botanical finish, provides exceptional pleasure to the palate.

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    Bodegas Ricla House Vermouth

    3 Global Votes
    • Authentic vermouth

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    This vermouth is a house specialty, served on tap with ice and an olive or orange, offering an authentic and traditional experience. Its very herby flavor and its roots in one of Madrid's oldest wineries, serving it since 1907, make it a cultural and gastronomic benchmark.

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    Padró & Co. Dorado Amargo Suave (Catalonia)

    2 Global Votes
    • Bronze Medal winner

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    This vermouth stands out for its unique flavor profile, balancing sweetness with a gentle, refreshing bitterness, thanks to botanicals like gentian and cinchona. Its natural amber color and the absence of caramel distinguish it, offering an authentic and complex experience with herbal and citrus notes.

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    Lustau Vermut Rojo

    1 Global Votes
    • Unquestionably pleasant to drink

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    This vermouth is crafted with an amontillado and Pedro Ximénez sherry base, offering a unique flavor profile that balances sweetness and bitterness with notes of caramel, citrus, and dried herbs. Its premium quality and versatility make it ideal for enjoying neat or in cocktails, standing out for its complexity and velvety finish.

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    Astobiza Vermouth Extra

    1 Global Votes
    • Awarded best demi-sweet vermouth in the world in 2021

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    Astobiza Vermouth Extra offers a unique flavor profile, balancing bitterness and acidity with citrus and herbal notes, making it a distinctive choice. It was awarded the prize for the best demi-sweet vermouth in the world in 2021, highlighting its quality and complexity in the global market.

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    Casa Mariol Vermut Negre

    0 Global Votes
    • Delicious with mild bitterness and Christmas spice character

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    This vermouth offers a delicious mild bitterness and Christmas spice character, balanced with a bright acidity that makes it very refreshing. Its softness and delicacy, along with a complex flavor profile including black cherry and roasted apple notes, make it an exceptional aperitif.

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    Iris Vermouth

    0 Global Votes
    • Lovely sweet vermouth

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    Iris Vermouth offers a complex and balanced flavor profile, with spicy and herbal notes that make it ideal for enjoying neat or in cocktails. Its traditional production in Reus, the birthplace of Spanish vermouth, guarantees exceptional quality and an authentic character that resonates with the most discerning palates.

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    V. Atamán Viejo

    0 Global Votes
    • Harmonious herbals

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    This vermouth from Bodegas Barbadillo offers an exceptionally rich and complex flavor experience, with notes of dried figs, raisins, and toasted nuts. Its Manzanilla base and infusion of 20 Andalusian botanicals give it a distinctive character and a quality recognized with 95 points by the Peñín Guide.