An important to any again bar, dry vermouth is a star in classics just like the Martini and a supporting actor in numerous different cocktails. European vermouths get pleasure from a lot of the highlight, however throughout the pond, Lo-Fi is frequently incomes fanfare for its California-made vermouths.
Based in 2016, Lo-Fi presents three expressions, together with a gentian amaro, candy vermouth and dry vermouth. With Martinis on our minds recently (courtesy of our Might/June 2025 Martini Problem), we’re eager to search out dry vermouths that lend a particular character whereas pairing seamlessly with gin, and Lo-Fi’s dry vermouth does simply that.
Lo-Fi locations a excessive worth on transparency—stating that what’s on the label is within the bottle. Its vermouth is produced with California wines and infused with herbs and botanicals with no synthetic flavors or synthetic sweeteners added. The dry vermouth’s character is crisp and clear with layers of citrus and floral notes and a touch of spice, excellent for a 50/50 Martini. Head to lofiaperitifs.com to discover a bottle close to you.
50/50 MARTINI
1 1/2 oz. London dry din
2 dashes orange bitters
Instruments: mixing glass, barspoon, strainer
Glass: coupe or cocktail
Garnish: lemon peel
Mix all the components in a mixing glass and stir with ice. Pressure into a relaxing glass and garnish.