Noilly Prat is the original French vermouth, with the founding of the company dating back to 1813. Located in the lovely port of Marseillan, in the South of France, Maison Noilly Prat is surrounded by local vineyards, overlooking the Mediterranean. Noilly Prat Original Dry is the flagship of the Noilly Prat range, and an icon in the gastronomy and mixology world.

Noilly Prat Original Dry is created using fine white wines. A unique production step in its crafting is L’Enclos, where a selection of some of the wines used are aged outdoors in oak casks. The wines lie in their barrels in the courtyard outside the Maison for 1 year. Exposed to the natural elements of the area – cold, warm, wet, dry, wind and rain – they develop complex flavours essential to the final product.

Then, after the ageing process, these wines are blended with a secret recipe of 20 herbs and spices that are carefully sourced from around the world. They include chamomile, Moroccan coriander and Tunisian oranges as well as elderflower, among others. These botanicals are added and stirred by hand every day during the maceration process, which takes place over a period of three weeks.

The unique maceration and ageing process, along with the savoir-faire of the Maître de Chai, ensure that the taste of Noilly Prat Original Dry is preserved from generation to generation.

And it’s precisely that taste which has made Noilly Prat a favourite as an apéritif, as well as the key ingredient in cocktails and alcoholic drinks that are now classics, such as the iconic Noilly Prat martini cocktail.

The tasting experience begins with the nose – tones of cinnamon combine with balanced herbal, along with fresh green apple and floral notes. It’s delicately spicy, with classic rancio aromas. As for the taste itself, the finesse and delicacy of the white wines lead to a complex mouthfeel, with notes of elderflower and chamomile, dry fruits and citrus, along with a fine balance of spice and acidity.

Transport yourself to the South of France with a Noilly Prat Original Dry L’Apéritif. It’s chic, refreshing, looks great and is easy to make. Simply pour Noilly Prat Original Dry over ice and stir once. Squeeze a twist of lemon peel over the glass to release its essential oils and use the same lemon twist as a garnish.

Serving Noilly Prat Original Dry Vermouth is an excellent way to introduce a whole new element of taste, elegance and style to any occasion. If you’re socialising with friends or having an outdoor gathering, Noilly Prat will certainly become a part of the conversation. As an apéritif, it sets the tone for a range of culinary delights. And since it pairs so well with food, it’s also a natural choice at the brunch, lunch or dinner table, complementing and accentuating the taste of the ingredients.

Noilly Prat has become the established classic serve to accompany oysters. Maison Noilly Prat overlooks the Étang de Thau, a fresh-water lake that is home to thousands of oyster tables thanks to its unique combination of salt and fresh water. These oysters pair perfectly with a Noilly Prat Original Dry L’Apéritif, and the restaurants lining the pretty fishing harbour all serve this delicious vermouth and oyster combination.

Around the world, Noilly Prat Original Dry is not only enjoyed as a drink – it’s also used in dishes created by some of the world’s best chefs. It is called for in many recipes and added to sauces and main courses in both restaurants and home kitchens.

Experience the taste of Noilly Prat Original Dry and discover a world of opportunity for making exciting drinks and cocktails. Pair it with food, share it with friends, enjoy it in the moment. To explore the world of Noilly Prat even further, try Noilly Prat Ambré, which is full of warm flavours and bittersweet aromas, and Noilly Prat Rouge, perfect for the Apéritif moment.

Crafted by the sea, in the South of France, Noilly Prat is the original French vermouth.