Martini Extra Dry

Martini Extra Dry is the crisp, herbaceous dry vermouth from Martini & Rossi, first released in 1900. Less sweet and more botanical than Martini Bianco, it is designed for clean, refreshing aperitivo serves and classic cocktails — especially the Dry Martini, where its subtle herbal character allows the spirit to shine.

With notes of citrus peel, white flowers, herbs, and a touch of fresh raspberry leaf, Martini Extra Dry delivers finesse without bitterness. Light, elegant, and food-friendly, it remains one of the world’s most iconic dry vermouths and a staple in professional and home bars.

Martini & Rossi was founded in the mid-1800s and helped put Italian vermouth on the global map. By the turn of the 20th century, the brand sought a lighter, drier aperitivo style — resulting in the launch of Martini Extra Dry on New Year’s Day, 1900.

It quickly became an international bestseller, cemented by the Golden Age of cocktails. The classic Dry Martini, Vesper and other timeless drinks rely on it for subtle herbal complexity. Martini & Rossi continues to produce vermouth in the heart of Piedmont, maintaining a link to Italian aperitivo culture and heritage.

Style: Dry Vermouth / Aromatised Wine

Region: Piedmont, Italy

Producer: Martini & Rossi

Distillation / Production: Italian white wine infused with a precise blend of herbs, botanicals, citrus, and florals, then lightly fortified and rested for balance; lower sugar than Bianco or Rosso

Base Wine: Italian white grape varieties

Appearance: Pale straw, almost clear

ABV: 18 %