Au Black Grape Vodka 750ML

Au Black Grape Vodka 750ML is a five-times distilled, gold-filtered British wheat vodka flavored with black grapes, bottled at 35.2% ABV (70.4 proof) in a 750ml bottle. Au Vodka earned a Gold Medal at the Vodka Masters 2016, and this striking deep-purple expression is among the brand's most recognizable offerings — distinguished as much by its production method as by its bold color and balanced fruit character.

Quick Facts: ABV: 35.2%  |  Origin: Great Britain  |  Flavored Vodka  |  Distillery: Surrey, England (Au Vodka HQ: Swansea, Wales)

Production & Heritage

Au Vodka is headquartered in Swansea, Wales, with distillation taking place at a facility in Surrey, England. The base spirit starts as British wheat, which undergoes five rounds of distillation before being blended with spring water and filtered through gold — a signature step the brand takes its name from (Au is the chemical symbol for gold on the periodic table). For the Black Grape expression, the finished spirit is infused with British black grapes, giving it a naturally deep purple hue and a fruit-forward profile that remains restrained rather than candy-sweet.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Fresh dark grape leads immediately, followed by a subtle floral quality and a clean cereal undertone from the wheat base. There is no aggressive alcohol burn on the nose, keeping the fruit impression front and center.

Taste: The entry is smooth and lightly sweet, with ripe black grape arriving quickly on the palate. At mid-palate the fruit broadens but stays measured — drinkers consistently note that the sweetness level is moderate rather than sugary. A gentle wheat-grain softness rounds out the peak.

Finish: Medium in length with a clean, refreshing grape fade and minimal burn. A faint minerality lingers, likely a byproduct of the gold filtration and spring water blending.

How to Drink Au Black Grape

At 35.2% ABV, Au Black Grape is approachable on the rocks, where a single large ice cube opens the grape aromatics without diluting the body too quickly. Its vivid purple color and balanced sweetness make it a natural cocktail ingredient. A Grape Martini — shaken with a splash of fresh lime — highlights the vodka's fruit purity. A Purple Rain (with blue curaçao and cranberry juice) plays off the natural color for a visually dramatic serve. A simple Grape Spritz built with chilled lemonade and a sprig of mint keeps things light and sessionable during warm-weather gatherings.

Best For

• Building eye-catching purple cocktails at a home bar
• Gifting a flavored-vodka enthusiast who values distinctive packaging
• Serving as a conversation-starting pour at a dinner party
• Introducing fruit-forward spirits to someone exploring beyond unflavored vodka

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Au Black Grape taste like? Au Black Grape delivers ripe, authentic black grape flavor with moderate sweetness and a smooth, clean wheat-vodka backbone. It avoids the overly sugary character common in many flavored vodkas.

How does Au Black Grape compare to Pinnacle Grape Vodka? Pinnacle Grape is a 40% ABV offering in a broad flavored-vodka lineup priced at the value tier, while Au Black Grape sits at 35.2% ABV and positions itself as a premium product with gold filtration and a distinctive bottle design. Au's grape profile tends toward a more natural, less confected taste than Pinnacle's sweeter interpretation.

Is Au Black Grape good for cocktails? Its balanced sweetness, smooth texture, and vivid purple color make it well suited for cocktails where visual impact and fruit flavor are both priorities. The slightly lower ABV also means it blends easily without overpowering mixers.

Where is Au Black Grape made? Au Black Grape Vodka is distilled at a facility in Surrey, England, using British wheat and British black grapes. Au Vodka's headquarters are in Swansea, Wales.

What foods pair well with Au Black Grape? Soft, creamy cheeses like brie complement the grape's fruitiness. Dark chocolate truffles echo the berry-like depth. Fresh fruit platters with grapes and berries create a natural echo. Grilled lamb with a red-grape reduction bridges savory and fruity notes. Light charcuterie boards with prosciutto offer a salty contrast to the sweetness.

What sizes does Au Black Grape come in? Au Black Grape Vodka is commonly available in the standard 750ml bottle, which is the most widely distributed size.

Is Au Black Grape worth the price? Au Black Grape positions as a premium flavored vodka, sitting above mass-market competitors on shelf price. The five-times distilled, gold-filtered production process, distinctive bottle, and restrained sweetness justify its place in the upper tier of the flavored-vodka category for drinkers who value presentation and a more authentic grape taste.

Why Au Black Grape?

Gold filtration is not a gimmick unique to the brand's marketing — it directly influences the spirit's notably smooth texture, which reviewers regularly single out. The five-times distilled British wheat base provides a cleaner canvas for the black grape infusion than the neutral grain spirits used by many value-tier competitors. Au Vodka's Gold Medal at the Vodka Masters 2016 demonstrated early critical recognition, and the Black Grape variant has since become one of the line's most popular expressions. For anyone seeking a flavored vodka that balances genuine fruit character with visual drama, this bottling earns attention on its own merits.