The Turin Vermouth Tasting Experience with Local Food

3.0(1)1 hFree cancellationBy Slow Travel Italia

About this activity

Step into the historic Caffè Elena in Turin, a venue that has hosted illustrious figures like Friedrich Nietzsche and Cesare Pavese. Learn about the rich history and craftsmanship behind a renowned vermouth crafted in a location where tradition is preserved and celebrated.

Created to mark the 135th anniversary, Vermuth Rosso—spelled in the old Piedmontese style—is a liquid tribute to the elegant, timeless soul of this iconic venue. This vermouth embodies the spirit of Turin: classic, yet never predictable.

Taste a Carpano red vermouth and the premium and unique Elena 1889 vermouth and learn about their unique sensory and tasting notes.

The experience also includes a pairing with a selection of authentic Piedmontese culinary delights, including traditional Piedmontese plin dumplings with Grana (parmesan) cream, bread served with butter and anchovies, vitello tonnato (cold veal with tuna sauce) and a delicate "Bacio di Dama" cookie/biscuit made with Vermouth 1889.

What's included

✓Vermouth 1889 'Bacio di Dama' cookie/biscuit
✓Vitello tonnato (cold veal with tuna sauce)
✓Tasting of a Carpano red Vermouth to compare
✓Bread with butter and anchovies
✓Tasting of the original 1889 Vermouth
✓Fried plin dumplings with Grana (parmesan) cream

Not included

✕Transportation to the venue (not needed)

Meeting and pickup

When you arrive at the cafè, please enter it and ask for the vermouth tasting experience.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The experience is not led by a personal guide, but it is explained by the host/bartender of the cafè
When you reach the cafè, please enter and ask for your vermouth tasting experience to the crew
Please let us know in advance only if you have any vegetarian, vegan, lactose intolerant or celiac dietary needs

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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