Head-to-head
Lustau Rojo vs Lustau Blanco
The two faces of Lustau vermouth: solera Jerez for a semi-sweet cellar red versus a lighter, more citrus-driven white.
Vermouth with a Jerez soul
Emilio Lustau applies solera know-how to vermouth: Rojo blends Jerez wines with up to 120 months in criaderas; Blanco is fresher, with a citrus profile and less body. Both share Andalusian DNA but target different moments.
On Vermutpedia Rojo scores higher (7.3 vs 6.6), reflecting greater complexity in tasting.
Comparison table
Profile data from Vermutpedia. Click a name for the full review.
| Criterio | Lustau Vermut Rojo | Lustau Vermut Blanco |
|---|---|---|
| Nota Vermutpedia | 9.0 | 7.8 |
| Bodega | Emilio Lustau | Emilio Lustau |
| Origen | Jerez, España | Jerez, España |
| Estilo | Red · Medium-sweet | White · Medium-sweet |
| Tipo | Red | White |
| Graduación | 15% vol. | 15% vol. |
| Crianza | Solera (120 months) | Unaged |
| Uvas base | Palomino, Pedro Ximénez | Palomino, Moscatel |
Vermutpedia verdict
Lustau Rojo is the main buy for Andalusian vermouth with cellar character: raisin, almond, integrated bitterness, and great versatility ice-cold or in rebujito. Lustau Blanco shines in spritz, light mixed drinks, or summer aperitif where you want freshness with a Jerez footprint. For classic vermouth with soda, Rojo; for terrace and bubbles, Blanco.
Frequently asked questions
Which has the higher Vermutpedia Score?
Lustau Vermut Rojo (7.3/10) versus Lustau Vermut Blanco (6.6/10).
Do they work in Negroni?
Rojo can work in an «Andalusian» Negroni with cellar profile. Blanco is not the classic choice; better in spritz or white Dry Martini.
Where to learn more about Jerez vermouth?
See our Jerez and Montilla-Moriles vermouth guide.