From Victoria, Australia, Maidenii Sweet Vermouth is a handcrafted aperitif that blends premium Victorian wine with carefully selected botanicals sourced both locally and internationally. Created by bartender Shaun Byrne and French winemaker Gilles Lapalus, Maidenii Vermouth has become a benchmark in Australia’s artisanal vermouth movement, offering complexity, richness, and a distinctly Australian twist on a European classic.
Why You’ll Love It
Maidenii Sweet Vermouth is versatile, balanced, and brimming with character. Enjoy it over ice with a slice of orange, mix it into a Negroni or Manhattan, or use it as a base for inventive cocktails. Its bold yet smooth profile also makes it a stylish aperitif to sip neat.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Rich red fruits, dried herbs, and warming spice with hints of citrus peel
Palate: Layers of ripe plum, cherry, and dark berries balanced by sweet spice and gentle bitterness
Finish: Smooth, lingering, and bittersweet with herbal complexity
Details
Producer: Maidenii (Victoria, Australia)
Volume: 750ml
Style: Sweet Vermouth / Aperitif
ABV:
Allergens: Contains sulphites
About the Producer
Maidenii Vermouth was founded in 2012 as a collaboration between award winning bartender Shaun Byrne and French born winemaker Gilles Lapalus. Combining winemaking expertise with mixology flair, Maidenii has redefined vermouth in Australia, showcasing native botanicals such as wattleseed and strawberry gum alongside traditional European influences. The result is a unique range of aperitifs now celebrated in cocktail bars and homes across the globe.