Roots Divino Rosso is a non-alcoholic red vermouth made in Greece with a wine base and Mediterranean botanicals. Bitter orange, gentian and wormwood give it the bittersweet, herbal character you expect from a classic rosso vermouth, with enough body and structure to work beautifully in cocktails.
The profile leans gently bitter and citrusy, with aromatic gentian and bitter orange at the forefront. It's richer and a little sweeter than Roots Divino Bianco, but still balanced by that essential vermouth bitterness. Roots Divino was also named Best in Show Non-Alcoholic Spirit at the 2024 Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America competition.
Why We Love It
A good non-alcoholic red vermouth is incredibly useful, and Roots Divino Rosso actually brings the bittersweet depth and botanical complexity we want from one. The bitter orange gives it brightness, while gentian and wormwood keep the sweetness in check. It's an easy bottle to reach for when you want to give a cocktail more depth without making it complicated.
How to Drink Roots Divino Rosso
For an easy serve, pour Roots Divino Rosso over plenty of ice, top with tonic and finish with an orange twist. It's simple, botanical and lets the bitter orange really come through.
Cheeky & Dry Signature Serve — Roots Americano: 1½ oz Roots Divino Rosso, 1½ oz Roots Divino Bianco, and 2 oz sparkling water. Build over plenty of ice, stir gently, and garnish with an orange slice.
Pair it with: aged Parmesan, Castelvetrano olives, prosciutto with melon, mushroom crostini, or a really good pizza with spicy salami.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Bitter orange, aromatic gentian, and warm spice
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Palate: Bittersweet citrus, wormwood, and rich herbal depth
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Finish: Gently bitter and lingering — balanced rather than sweet
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Body: Medium-full — richer and more structured than the Bianco, with a wine-based backbone
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Roots Divino Rosso non-alcoholic?
Yes. Roots Divino Rosso is a non-alcoholic vermouth. It starts as wine, which is then dealcoholized using reverse osmosis, preserving the body and botanical complexity of a classic rosso vermouth without the alcohol.
What does Roots Divino Rosso taste like?
It's bittersweet, citrusy, and herbal — bitter orange and gentian up front, with wormwood bitterness keeping the sweetness in check. Richer and a little fuller than the Bianco, but still well-balanced and botanical rather than syrupy.
How do I use Roots Divino Rosso in cocktails?
Use it anywhere you'd reach for red vermouth. It's great over ice with tonic and an orange twist, or paired with Roots Divino Bianco and sparkling water for a simple non-alcoholic Americano. It also adds depth to non-alcoholic Negroni-style builds.
Where is Roots Divino Rosso made?
Roots Divino Rosso is made in Greece using Mediterranean botanicals including bitter orange, gentian, and wormwood. The wine base is dealcoholized via reverse osmosis.
Has Roots Divino Rosso won any awards?
Yes — Roots Divino was named Best in Show Non-Alcoholic Spirit at the 2024 Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) competition, one of the most recognized trade competitions in the US beverage industry.
What size is this bottle?
This listing is for the standard 750 ml bottle of Roots Divino Rosso.
How is Roots Divino Rosso different from Roots Divino Bianco?
Rosso is richer, slightly sweeter, and built around bitter orange, gentian, and wormwood — the classic red vermouth profile. Bianco is brighter, more citrus-forward, and savory with rosemary and thyme. Both share the same wine base and dealcoholization process, but they're designed for different cocktail applications.
