Carpano Antica Formula 1786 Red Vermouth – The King of Sweet Botanical Fortified Wines
Carpano Antica Formula is a landmark Italian vermouth first crafted in Turin in 1786. Celebrated for its vanilla-rich bouquet, luscious complexity, and bold structure, it is revered by bartenders and enthusiasts as the benchmark for premium sweet vermouth.
Tasting Experience
Appearance: Deep mahogany with ruby highlights
Nose: Aromatic and intricate, combining vanilla, dried fruit (fig, raisin, cherry), candied orange peel, warm baking spices, tobacco leaf, and hints of marzipan
Palate: Rich, velvety, and full‑bodied, with flavors of raisin and dark plum balanced by bitter orange, bittersweet chocolate, licorice and a subtle herbal backbone
Finish: Long, warming and persistent, with bittersweet spice, oak tannins, and lingering orange‑spiced fruitcake notes
Craftsmanship
Year Introduced: Original recipe dating to 1786, Turin, Italy
Producer: Fratelli Branca Distillerie, preserving the secret formula through generations
Base Wine: White wines from selected Italian grape regions, harvested and processed quickly to retain freshness
Botanicals: A carefully curated blend including vanilla from Madagascar, Tahiti and Papua New Guinea; handpicked Iranian saffron; Alpine wormwood; burnt sugar for depth and aromatic cohesion
ABV: 16.5% (33 proof)
Production Notes: Artisanal small‑batch production with individually numbered bottles and the signature of the distillery chairman as a quality guarantee
Best Enjoyed
Serve slightly chilled or over a large ice cube with an orange twist to best appreciate the aromatic complexity. Masterful in cocktails such as Manhattans, Boulevardiers and Negronis—or sip neat as a contemplative aperitivo.
Store refrigerated after opening and consume within approximately six weeks for peak vibrancy.
A cellar‑worthy Italian sweet vermouth with deep botanical finesse and heritage charm, elevating classic cocktails across the board. Available now on Royal Batch
