vermouth
The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition | Date: 2008
vermouth , blend of white wines fortified with additional alcohol and flavored with aromatic herbs, spices, and roots. It contains up to 19% alcohol. The sweeter, darker type of vermouth is sometimes called Italian vermouth, and the lighter, drier type, French vermouth. Vermouth is used as an appetizer and as a mixer in cocktails.
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The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition 2008
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