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Carpano Antica Formula Vermouth is widely regarded as one of the world’s finest premium sweet vermouths and remains the benchmark against which all other Italian vermouths are judged. Created using Antonio Benedetto Carpano’s original 1786 recipe, this iconic vermouth combines carefully selected white wines with an expertly guarded blend of aromatic herbs, spices and Madagascan vanilla to create a rich, complex and beautifully balanced aperitif.
Presented in its distinctive 1 litre bottle, Carpano Antica Formula offers exceptional depth of flavour, making it equally at home served over ice, enjoyed as an aperitif or used in classic cocktails such as the Negroni, Manhattan, Boulevardier and Americano. Its luxurious texture, intense botanical aromas and bittersweet finish have made it a favourite of bartenders and vermouth enthusiasts around the world.
Whether you’re stocking a home bar or searching for the perfect vermouth for professional cocktail making, Carpano Antica Formula is an essential addition. Buy Carpano Antica Formula Vermouth Online at Fareham Wine Cellar
The story of Carpano begins in Turin in 1786 when Antonio Benedetto Carpano created what is widely considered to be the original Italian vermouth. His innovative infusion of herbs and spices into fortified wine quickly became a favourite throughout Piedmont and helped establish Turin as the birthplace of modern vermouth.
Antica Formula is produced using a faithful interpretation of Carpano’s historic recipe. While the precise botanical blend remains a closely guarded secret, it includes wormwood alongside numerous herbs, spices and citrus botanicals, finished with generous Madagascan vanilla that gives the vermouth its unmistakable richness.
Today, Carpano Antica Formula remains one of Italy’s most prestigious vermouths and is a staple behind the bars of leading cocktail venues worldwide.
Fratelli Branca Distillerie now produces this sweet red Vermouth in Milan. They also make many other famous Italian vermouths, including Carpano, Punt e Mes and bitters like Fernet Branca. To produce Antica Formula, local Piedmontese Moscato wines are blended with robust red wines from Sicily as the base wine for the Vermouth. To this, the ‘concia’ is added. The “concia” is a combination of spirits, sugar and a secret herbal infusion of up to 50 herbs and vanilla.
Antica Formula’s flavour profile, subtle and delicious with unique vanilla notes, is the result of Branca’s love and skill in preserving its unequalled and exclusive products. A rare speciality, unique for its bouquet with vanilla notes. Produced in limited quantities and bottled and labelled as a faithful replica of the 1786 original label.
Antica Formula Vermouth is widely recognised as one of the best Vermouths in the world and will lift your Negroni or Americano cocktails to a new level.
Antica Formula Vermouth Tasting Notes:
Appearance: Deep amber with rich mahogany highlights.
Nose: Intensely aromatic with vanilla, dried fruits, orange peel, raisins, cocoa, baking spices, herbs and delicate floral notes.
Palate: Rich and velvety with flavours of vanilla, bitter orange, dark caramel, figs, dates, herbs and warming spices balanced by gentle bitterness and refreshing acidity.
Finish: Long, elegant and bittersweet with lingering vanilla, herbs and spice.
Carpano Antica Formula is incredibly versatile.
Once opened, refrigerate to preserve freshness.
What is Carpano Antica Formula Vermouth?
Carpano Antica Formula is a premium Italian sweet vermouth based on Antonio Benedetto Carpano’s original 1786 recipe. It is flavoured with herbs, spices and Madagascan vanilla and is considered one of the world’s finest vermouths.
Is Carpano Antica Formula a sweet vermouth?
Yes. It is an Italian Rosso (red) sweet vermouth with rich notes of vanilla, dried fruit, herbs and spices balanced by a pleasantly bitter finish.
Can you drink Carpano Antica Formula neat?
Absolutely. It is delicious served chilled over ice with an orange slice or twist, although it is equally renowned as a cocktail ingredient.
Which cocktails use Carpano Antica Formula?
It is commonly used in:
Negroni
Manhattan
Boulevardier
Americano
Rob Roy
Martinez
Its rich botanical profile makes these classic cocktails especially complex and balanced.
Does vermouth need refrigerating?
Yes. Once opened, vermouth should be refrigerated and ideally enjoyed within one to two months to maintain its vibrant botanical character.
What makes Carpano Antica Formula different from other vermouths?
Its historic recipe, generous use of Madagascan vanilla, exceptional botanical complexity and luxurious mouthfeel make it richer and more aromatic than many commercial sweet vermouths.
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