LAIE Red Vermouth – 30 Proof (15% ABV) | 1L

LAIE Red Vermouth is a traditional Spanish sweet red vermouth crafted in Barcelona, inspired by the historic vermouth culture of Catalonia. Made using a carefully selected blend of Spanish wines and 20 aromatic herbs and spices, it delivers a rich and balanced profile of cocoa, orange peel, elderflower, caramel, and warming spices. Smooth, aromatic, and pleasantly bittersweet, LAIE is equally enjoyable as an aperitif or as a versatile ingredient in classic cocktails.

Key Details

Spirit Type: Sweet Red Vermouth

Brand: LAIE

Origin: Barcelona, Spain

Wine Base: Macabeo, Xarel-lo, and Parellada grapes

Botanicals: 20 aromatic herbs and spices

Alcohol Content: 15% ABV (30 Proof)

Bottle Size: 1 Liter

Style: Spanish Red Vermouth

Process & Production

LAIE Red Vermouth is crafted by one of Catalonia's oldest vermouth producers, following traditional methods dating back to 1880. The foundation is a selection of wines from the D.O. Penedès region, made from Macabeo, Xarel-lo, and Parellada grapes.

The wine is infused with a carefully selected combination of 20 natural aromatic botanicals, including wormwood, gentian, elderflower, cinnamon, young walnuts, and local citrus peels. The resulting vermouth balances herbal bitterness, floral aromas, citrus brightness, and rich sweetness.

Appearance

Rich amber with warm golden and reddish-brown highlights.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Cocoa, orange peel, elderflower, and brûléed caramel, with inviting herbal aromas.

Palate: Smooth and rounded, featuring caramelized sugar, bittering spices, dried flowers, and citrus.

Finish: Clean and lingering, with notes of cinnamon, cola, and gentle herbal bitterness.

What Makes It Special

LAIE celebrates the traditional vermouth culture of Barcelona and pays tribute to the Laietani, the original inhabitants of the region. Its combination of Spanish Penedès wines and 20 aromatic botanicals creates a versatile red vermouth with a distinctive balance of sweetness, bitterness, and spice.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled over ice with a slice of orange and an olive for a traditional Spanish aperitif. Add soda water and a splash of gin for a refreshing Vermut Preparado. It also works beautifully in classic cocktails such as the Negroni, Manhattan, and Americano.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of vermouth is LAIE?

LAIE is a sweet red Spanish vermouth made with wine and aromatic botanicals.

What grapes are used?

The wine base includes Macabeo, Xarel-lo, and Parellada grapes from the Penedès region.

What botanicals are included?

Its 20 aromatics include wormwood, gentian, elderflower, cinnamon, young walnuts, and local citrus peels.

What is the alcohol content?

LAIE Red Vermouth is bottled at 15% ABV (30 proof).

LAIE Red Vermouth

LAIE Red Vermouth brings the spirit of traditional Catalan vermouth culture to the glass. With its Spanish wine foundation, carefully selected botanicals, and balanced notes of citrus, caramel, flowers, and spice, it is an excellent choice for aperitifs and classic cocktails.