This alcohol free vermouth lets you bring depth, complexity and gentle bitterness to your cocktails without the alcohol, and Barnes and Brown Countess Cora is crafted to do exactly that in a zero proof format. Inspired by classic aperitif vermouths, this non-alcoholic vermouth alternative offers a wine-like bouquet woven with spice and herbs, so you can stir and pour sophisticated, alcohol free drinks any night of the week. Whether you are cutting back on booze, staying clear-headed for work the next day, or simply choosing more mindful aperitif moments, Countess Cora gives you a zero proof vermouth-style spirit that feels instantly at home in spritzes and Negroni-style serves. It is an alcohol free vermouth designed to sit confidently beside gin, aperitif bitters and soda, while keeping your glass completely alcohol free.
Barnes and Brown Countess Cora is built around a nuanced, aromatic profile. On the nose, this alcohol free vermouth shows a wine-like bouquet with notes of exotic five-spice and hints of marjoram, creating a layered, herbal and lightly spicy aroma. The impression is elegant and savoury rather than sweet, suggesting a drink meant to prime the palate and accompany conversation. That interplay of spice, herbs and gentle florals evokes the complexity of vermouth, while the absence of alcohol keeps it accessible to everyone at the table.
On the palate, Countess Cora is designed as a zero proof vermouth alternative tailored for aperitif-style serves. Its flavour profile leans toward herbal and lightly spicy rather than sugary, with a subtle bitterness that gives structure without becoming aggressive. Each sip unfolds in layers, from aromatic spice and marjoram to a softly lingering, dry-leaning finish that invites another taste. This makes it an ideal partner for both spirit-forward, stirred drinks and long, sparkling spritzes where a complex, vermouth-style component is essential.
As an alcohol free vermouth, Countess Cora is perfectly suited to spritzes and Negroni-style mocktails, and slots into most classic vermouth-led serves at a simple 1:1 measure.
Combine it over ice with soda or tonic and a citrus twist for a refreshing, bittersweet drink that echoes the aperitif traditions of Italy and France.
Pair Countess Cora with an alcohol free gin and a bitter-style non-alcoholic aperitif, then stir over ice and garnish with orange peel for a complex, ruby-toned cocktail that feels every bit as grown-up as the classic.
Use this non-alcoholic vermouth alternative in Manhattan-style or Martini-style zero proof drinks, where its wine-like and herbal qualities play a similar supporting role to traditional vermouth.
Countess Cora also shines served simply over ice with soda, letting its wine-like bouquet, five-spice notes and hints of marjoram unfold gently — an easy, sophisticated choice for pre-dinner sipping, with a slice of citrus or a sprig of fresh herb.
This alcohol free vermouth has been created for all the reasons people are expanding their bar carts to include zero proof options. It serves mindful drinkers moderating their intake, guests who do not drink alcohol, designated drivers who still want a complex, adult drink in hand, and anyone who appreciates the flavours of vermouth but not always the effects of alcohol. In contexts where food is central — from grazing boards to multi-course dinners — Countess Cora offers a way to enhance the experience without introducing alcohol into the mix.
For both home hosts and professional venues, Countess Cora is a key component of a fully realised alcohol free cocktail program. When stocked alongside non-alcoholic gin, aperitif bitters and base spirits, it allows you to build a range of zero proof classics that feel complete rather than compromised. Treat this non-alcoholic vermouth alternative with the same respect you give traditional vermouth — store it properly, measure it carefully into recipes, and showcase it in elegant glassware — and your guests will immediately sense the intention behind your zero proof offering.
Barnes and Brown Countess Cora is for those who love the aroma, nuance and ritual of vermouth-led aperitif drinks, but prefer to keep alcohol out of the equation — a balanced, zero proof spirit for spritzes, Negroni-style cocktails and simple serves over ice, whether you're building a sophisticated alcohol free home bar or expanding your venue's non-alcoholic list.
Barnes & Brown Countess Cora Vermouth is available online via Lazada, or through a trade enquiry for bars, hotels and private clubs. It's currently poured at The Stag's Head, Artemis Grill, Bistecca and The Other Room at The Marriott Tang Plaza, to name a few.
Yes — Barnes & Brown Countess Cora is a zero proof, 0% ABV vermouth-style spirit with a wine-like bouquet, exotic five-spice and marjoram. It's built to sit alongside gin, aperitif bitters and soda in a fully alcohol-free cocktail, and pours the same way you'd use a traditional vermouth in a Negroni, Martini or spritz.
Countess Cora leans dry and herbal rather than sweet, so it works as a 1:1 non-alcoholic substitute for dry vermouth in Martini-style and Manhattan-style drinks, or stirred into a Negroni-style build with an alcohol-free gin and bitter aperitif. Measure and store it the same way you would a traditional vermouth.
Zero proof spirits like Countess Cora are a growing part of the answer. Gallup's 2024 polling found that 65% of adults aged 18 to 34 now consider moderate drinking unhealthy, and non-alcoholic vermouth lets younger drinkers keep the ritual of an aperitif without the alcohol.
A beguiling fusion of botanical depth from Barnes & Brown Countess Cora Vermouth, vibrant tart cherry, and a whisper of fragrant rosemary, culminating in an artfully balanced and sophisticated libation for the discerning palate.
