Vermouth Padró & Co. Rojo Clásico

The herbal blend really comes through after that first winter aging — it’s got that classic sweet-bitter balance without being syrupy. Poured it over ice with an orange twist and it held up beautifully, even as the cubes melted.

The Macabeo and Xarel·lo grapes give it a solid, winey backbone that the herbal formula builds on beautifully. I've tried a few rojos and this one has a nice balance—not too syrupy, with that classic bitter edge coming through on the finish.

The Macabeo and Xarel·lo grapes give it a smooth, rounded base that really lets the herbal mix shine through. Poured it over ice with an orange slice after dinner and it hit the spot perfectly.