How Much Do You Really Know About Vermut? Take This Quiz to Find Out!
What is vermut?
a) A type of wine
b) A type of cocktail
c) A type of beer
Where did vermut originate?
a) Italy
b) France
c) Spain
What is the main flavoring ingredient in vermut?
a) Juniper berries
b) Wormwood
c) Sage
What is the difference between red and white vermut?
a) The type of grape used
b) The color of the wine used
c) The flavorings added
What is the typical alcohol content of vermut?
a) 5-10%
b) 10-15%
c) 15-20%
What is the main difference between vermut and other fortified wines such as sherry or port?
a) Vermut is flavored with herbs and spices
b) Vermut is aged longer than other fortified wines
c) Vermut is made from a different type of grape
What is the traditional way to serve vermut in Spain?
a) Over ice with a slice of orange
b) As a shot with a slice of lemon
c) Mixed with soda water and served in a highball glass
What is the Italian version of vermut called?
a) Amaro
b) Aperitivo
c) Vermouth
What is the difference between sweet and dry vermut?
a) The type of grape used
b) The amount of sugar added
c) The aging process
What is the best way to store vermut?
a) In the refrigerator
b) In a cool, dark place
c) In direct sunlight
Answers:
a) A type of wine
c) Spain
b) Wormwood
b) The color of the wine used
b) 10-15%
a) Vermut is flavored with herbs and spices
a) Over ice with a slice of orange
c) Vermouth
b) The amount of sugar added
b) In a cool, dark place
Salut!
