What is Sweet Vermouth?

Sweet Vermouth is an ingredient used in cocktails and mixed drinks. The profile on this page draws from WhatDrink's ingredient database, including flavor characteristics and typical cocktail roles.

What does Sweet Vermouth taste like?

The flavor of Sweet Vermouth depends on its type and how it is used. The ingredient card on this page summarises its key flavor notes and character from WhatDrink data.

What cocktails use Sweet Vermouth?

This page lists 20 cocktails that include Sweet Vermouth as a recipe component in WhatDrink data. They are ranked by recipe quality and data completeness.

How much Sweet Vermouth do cocktails typically use?

Pour sizes vary by recipe. Click through to individual cocktail pages for exact quantities and preparation notes.

Can I substitute Sweet Vermouth with something else?

It depends on the cocktail. See the ingredient profile section on this page for substitution notes based on WhatDrink data, or check individual recipe pages.

How many cocktails with Sweet Vermouth are on this page?

There are 20 cocktails featuring Sweet Vermouth in this ranking. The list updates as new recipes are added to WhatDrink.

Can I make these cocktails at home?

Most cocktails using Sweet Vermouth require accessible bar tools and mixers. Click through to any recipe for the full ingredient list and step-by-step preparation.

Guide

Cocktails Made With Sweet Vermouth — Ranked by Recipe Quality

Not every recipe needs this ingredient. Some drink styles are built without it from the start — they use a different sweetener, a different structure, or no sweetener at all. This list surfaces recipes in the WhatDrink database that do not include this ingredient as a confirmed recipe component.

95Recipes reviewed

20Matching this guide

8.9gMedian sugar

237 kcalMedian calories

27.0%Median ABV

Ranked recipes

#	Drink	Why it ranks	Best for
1	Affinity	Contains the specified ingredient · 198 kcal	Any occasion
2	Affinity Cocktail (whisky)	Contains the specified ingredient · 164 kcal	Any occasion
3	Americano	Contains the specified ingredient · 121 kcal	Any occasion
4	Apple Pie Cocktail	Contains the specified ingredient · 330 kcal	Any occasion
5	Apple Pie No. 1	Contains the specified ingredient · 312 kcal	Any occasion
6	Autumn Leaves	Contains the specified ingredient · 220 kcal	Any occasion
7	Balmoral	Contains the specified ingredient · 152 kcal	Any occasion
8	Beals Cocktail	Contains the specified ingredient · 313 kcal	Quick, easy serve
9	Bijou	Contains the specified ingredient · 212 kcal	Any occasion
10	Bijou Cocktail	Contains the specified ingredient · 160 kcal	Any occasion
11	Blackthorn	Contains the specified ingredient · 185 kcal	Quick, easy serve
12	Bloodhound Cocktail	Contains the specified ingredient · 234 kcal	Quick, easy serve
13	Bobby Burns Cocktail	Contains the specified ingredient · 331 kcal	Any occasion
14	Bolero Cocktail	Contains the specified ingredient · 225 kcal	Quick, easy serve
15	Brandy Vermouth Cocktail	Contains the specified ingredient · 239 kcal	Quick, easy serve
16	Bronx Golden Cocktail	Contains the specified ingredient · 289 kcal	Any occasion
17	Carre Reprise	Contains the specified ingredient · 362 kcal	Any occasion
18	Carrol Cocktail	Contains the specified ingredient · 331 kcal	Quick, easy serve
19	Carroll Cocktail	Contains the specified ingredient · 348 kcal	Quick, easy serve
20	Charles Cocktail	Contains the specified ingredient · 239 kcal	Quick, easy serve

Best picks by use case

Lowest sugar

Balmoral

2.1g estimated sugar

~152 kcal · 2.1g sugar

Lowest calories

Americano

~121 kcal estimated

~121 kcal · 8.9g sugar

Simplest recipe

Carrol Cocktail

2 ingredients

~331 kcal · 11.8g sugar

Methodology

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sweet Vermouth?: Sweet Vermouth is an ingredient used in cocktails and mixed drinks. The profile on this page draws from WhatDrink's ingredient database, including flavor characteristics and typical cocktail roles.
What does Sweet Vermouth taste like?: The flavor of Sweet Vermouth depends on its type and how it is used. The ingredient card on this page summarises its key flavor notes and character from WhatDrink data.
What cocktails use Sweet Vermouth?: This page lists 20 cocktails that include Sweet Vermouth as a recipe component in WhatDrink data. They are ranked by recipe quality and data completeness.
How much Sweet Vermouth do cocktails typically use?: Pour sizes vary by recipe. Click through to individual cocktail pages for exact quantities and preparation notes.
Can I substitute Sweet Vermouth with something else?: It depends on the cocktail. See the ingredient profile section on this page for substitution notes based on WhatDrink data, or check individual recipe pages.
How many cocktails with Sweet Vermouth are on this page?: There are 20 cocktails featuring Sweet Vermouth in this ranking. The list updates as new recipes are added to WhatDrink.
Can I make these cocktails at home?: Most cocktails using Sweet Vermouth require accessible bar tools and mixers. Click through to any recipe for the full ingredient list and step-by-step preparation.