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Oscar.697 - Vermouth Extra-Dry
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Wild Fennel and Rosehip to create a floral bouquet without having an invasive dryness sensation. Oak Infusion to create roundness and goldish colour without increasing the sweetness. Oak Infusion is the most innovative ingredient. Oscar.697 infuse oak junks in an hydro-alcoholic solution for apx 3 months and the extract produced is then used as a normal ingredient. Trebbiano di Romagna as wine base because it’s neutral and it lasts much more than Moscato or Cortese. 18% ABV. The minimum according to the EU disciplinary. 25 grams per litre of Sugar. The driest Vermouth in the market together with Martini Extra Dry. Without the alcoholic fortification, it could be easily considered a traditional wine. Born to be used as main flavoured ingredient in the Classic Martini Cocktail, either Gin or Vodka based.
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Provenance
- Type
- Vermouth
- Producer
- Vermouth Extra Dry
- Country
- Italy
- Style
- Herb
Technical
- Vintage
- Grapes
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- Size
- Ageing
- Serving
- 8° - 10° C
- Drinking window
Key characteristics
About this vermouth
Oscar.697 is a renowned producer of Vermouth Extra-Dry, a type of fortified wine that has been enjoyed for centuries. The history of Vermouth dates back to ancient Greece, where it was used for medicinal purposes. However, it was in Italy where Vermouth became popular as an aperitif, and Oscar.697 has continued this tradition with their Extra-Dry Vermouth.
The production of Oscar.697 Vermouth Extra-Dry is a meticulous process that involves the blending of various herbs and spices with a base wine. The herbs and spices used in the production of Vermouth Extra-Dry vary depending on the producer, but Oscar.697 uses a secret blend of botanicals that gives their Vermouth Extra-Dry a unique and complex flavour profile.
Oscar.697 Vermouth Extra-Dry is a light and refreshing wine that is perfect for sipping before a meal. It has a crisp, dry taste with a hint of bitterness that is balanced by the sweetness of the wine. The flavour profile of Oscar.697 Vermouth Extra-Dry is complex, with notes of citrus, herbs, and spices that linger on the palate.
Overall, Oscar.697 Vermouth Extra-Dry is a high-quality fortified wine that is perfect for those who enjoy a light and refreshing aperitif. Its unique flavour profile and long history make it a popular choice among wine enthusiasts and cocktail lovers alike.
The 697 Aperitivo
Ingredients
- 60 ml Oscar.697 Vermouth Extra-Dry
- 30 ml Gin
- 15 ml Dry Curaçao
- 10 ml Fresh Lemon Juice
- 5 ml Gomme Syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura Bitters Soda Water (top)
Method
- Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes
- Pour Oscar.697 Vermouth Extra-Dry into the mixing glass
- Add gin, dry curaçao, fresh lemon juice, and gomme syrup
- Add angostura bitters
- Stir for 12-15 seconds until well-chilled
- Strain into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice
- Top with a splash of soda water (approximately 20 ml)
- Stir gently to combine
Serve
Glass: Highball glass filled with large ice cubes. Garnish: One lemon twist (3-inch strip of lemon peel, expressed over the drink and placed on the rim) and one fresh sprig of rosemary placed vertically in the center of the drink. Presentation: Serve with a bar spoon resting in the glass and a cocktail napkin beneath the glass.

