Vermouth Making Workshops by OurHands

OurHands offers workshops and activities that are suitable for corporate events, team-building days, in-store experiences, brand activations, and much more. With experience in leading workshops for groups ranging from 10 to 200 participants, we can make sure your guests have a memorable and unique experience

Please note that while the information provided here offers a general overview of the workshop, we are more than happy to customise each session according to your specifications, including the materials, duration, and type of event. Learn more and book a workshop with us today!

The Workshop

Vermouth is a type of fortified wine infused with botanicals, making it wonderfully aromatic. It's a key ingredient in classic cocktails like the Negroni and Martini. It can be made from red or white wine, and can be as sweet or dry as you want. 

In this workshop, participants will learn to identify different types of vermouth and their distinctive flavours. They'll blend their own vermouth infusion using ingredients from our Vermouth Making Kit. Participants can choose from provided recipes or create their own unique blends. We can also craft bespoke recipes specifically for your event. At the end of the workshop, participants will take home their custom blend of vermouth botanicals, ready to infuse into alcohol over two weeks with our provided instructions.

Workshop Plan

We’ll arrive early to set everything up and walk you through the workshop process.

• Introduction: As participants arrive, we'll discuss the history of vermouth, its different types, and their unique flavours. We'll provide samples of various vermouths for tasting to help participants understand the nuances.
• Recipe Selection: Participants will familiarise themselves with the different ingredients and choose a vermouth recipe. They can use one of our recipes or create their own blend.
• Blending: Participants will blend their chosen ingredients into small cotton bags, ready for infusing.
• Support: Our team will be available throughout the workshop to assist anyone who needs help.
• Wrap-Up: Participants will leave with their vermouth blend in a cotton bag. They’ll need to infuse it in a bottle of inexpensive alcohol for around two weeks, following our instructions. We'll stay behind to tidy up and debrief the workshop with you.

Who Is the Workshop For?

This workshop is perfect for anyone who enjoys a good Negroni or Martini! It's ideal for cocktail lovers eager to create new, delicious drinks with their own homemade vermouth. It's a fun and unique activity with tasty results. Homemade vermouth also makes a fantastic gift, making this workshop perfect for occasions like Valentine’s Day or Father’s Day.

This workshop is suitable for beginners: no prior knowledge is required. 

Provided Tools and Materials

We provide most of the necessary items for the workshop:

• Vermouth ingredients
• Cotton infusing bags
• Cotton filter and metal sieve

Participants will need to supply their own inexpensive wine to infuse their recipes and a clean container for the infusion, such as a mason jar or the original wine bottle.

Requirements

Please note that, as this workshop involves alcohol, it is not suitable for minors or pregnant individuals. We require a space with enough tables and chairs for everyone.