Liquor
Vermouth is a liquor made from fortified white wine, with a number of different herbs added for flavor. The word vermouth comes from the German word “wermuth”,(in German the “W” sounds like a “V”) which means wormwood. Wormwood was originally the primary ingredient in vermouth until it was found to be poisonous. Vermouth is made from a combination of herbs, spices, flowers, and seeds.
What is Vodka?
Vodka is a clear liquid consisting of mostly water and ethanol purified by distillation from a fermented substance such as grain (rye or wheat), potatoes, corn, sugar beet molasses and even grapes. It has a high alcohol content that is usually around 80 proof (40%). The majority of vodkas produced for consumption in the United States and Western Europe are made from either wheat or rye. By law in these regions, vodka cannot have a distinctive color, smell, or flavor.