Casals Mediterranean Vermouth
Spanish wine giant Familia Torres has partnered with Cask Liquid Marketing to introduce Casals Mediterranean Vermouth to the UK. Crafted from an old family recipe and infused with over 20 botanicals, Casals stands out as the only Mediterranean vermouth made with the ancestral Selma white grape variety. Priced at £20.95, it’s designed for both cocktail innovation and leisurely sipping, paying homage to tradition, family, and the Mediterranean lifestyle.
Casals Mediterranean Vermouth
Casals Mediterranean Vermouth officially entered the UK market in August 2025 through Cask Liquid Marketing. This launch represents Familia Torres’ spirits division, Juan Torres Master Distillers, which also produces Torres Brandy, El Gobernador pisco, and Liathmor blended Scotch whisky.
The vermouth, named after Juan Torres Casals, is crafted from wines aged three years in oak and then infused with Mediterranean botanicals such as olive leaves, thyme, rosemary, cinnamon, and citrus peel. Bottled at 16% ABV, it offers a balance of sweet and bitter notes that shine in aperitif serves or classic cocktails like Negronis, Manhattans, and Boulevardiers.
It is now available in the UK via Master of Malt at a recommended retail price of £20.95 (US$28) per 750ml bottle.
- Full Name: Casals Mediterranean Vermouth
- Category: Vermouth (Sweet Red)
- Brand: Familia Torres / Juan Torres Master Distillers
- Country/Region: Spain / Mediterranean
- Base Wine: Selma white grape, aged three years in oak
- Botanicals: 20+ (including olive leaves, thyme, rosemary, citrus peels, cinnamon)
- Style: Sweet Red Vermouth
- ABV: 16%
- Launch Date (UK): August 2025
- Price: £20.95 (750ml)
- Availability: UK via Master of Malt & on-trade
Tasting Notes
Casals Mediterranean Vermouth delivers a rich sensory experience, balancing warmth and freshness.
- Appearance/Color: Deep ruby red with subtle amber highlights.
- Nose/Aroma: Aromatic blend of citrus peel, Mediterranean herbs, and gentle spice.
- Palate/Flavour: A sweet opening of ripe fruit and caramel, layered with bitter herbs, thyme, and a touch of cinnamon.
- Finish: Smooth, lingering herbal notes with a light citrusy bitterness.
Key Highlights
Casals is more than a vermouth—it’s a tribute to Mediterranean traditions, with craftsmanship rooted in heritage.
- Made with the rare Selma white grape variety.
- Aged base wines matured for three years in oak barrels.
- Infused with 20+ hand-pressed Mediterranean botanicals.
- Versatile for aperitifs, spritzes, or classic cocktails.
- Honors Juan Torres Casals and the family’s 1928 brandy legacy.
- Bottled at a sessionable 16% ABV for versatility.
Final Overview
According to Christian Visalli, Spirits Global Managing Director at Familia Torres: “The UK is a key market for the growth of our brands. Cask’s experience and presence in the on-trade channel make them the ideal partner for this new chapter.”
Early reception highlights its balance of sweetness and herbal complexity, making it a welcome addition for bartenders and home cocktail enthusiasts alike.
FAQs
1. What makes Casals Mediterranean Vermouth unique?
It’s the only Mediterranean vermouth made with the ancestral Selma grape and infused with over 20 Mediterranean botanicals.
2. How should Casals Vermouth be enjoyed?
It works beautifully in classic cocktails like the Negroni or Manhattan, in a Casals Spritz, or simply served over ice.
3. Where can I buy Casals in the UK?
Casals is available online at Master of Malt and will expand into the UK on-trade through Cask Liquid Marketing.
