Torino, Italy
Brand new to the States, the Dopo Teatro has a tradition over a century old as theater goers would congregate at the nearby cafes drink this vermouth amaro chilled and garnished with lemon zest while they recounted and contemplated the evening's affairs. The hybrid name accounts for the double dose of bitterness (quinine in this case) with additional infusions of rhubarb and chiretta flowers. Absolutely wonderful the traditional way this fortified wine is begging for experimentation in cocktails and creative pairings.
 
This “vermouth amaro” (vermouth with added bitterness) uses Cocchi’s classic Vermouth di Torino as its base. From there, winemaker Giulio Bava adds a number of additional botanicals, including chiretta flowers and a double dose of cinchona bark. The result is a robust amaro that retains the refreshing acidity of the original Vermouth. Pair with spicy chocolate preparations, or mix with intense bourbons or ryes, mezcal, or gin. More information: https://alpenz.com/product-dopo.html