New Amsterdam Raspberry 750ML

New Amsterdam Raspberry 750ML is a raspberry-flavored vodka bottled at 35% ABV (70 proof) in a 750ml format, produced in Modesto, California. Built on a corn-based vodka that undergoes five distillations and triple filtration, this expression delivers an intensely fruity profile that has made it one of the more recognizable flavored vodkas on the American market.

Quick Facts: ABV: 35% (70 proof)  |  Origin: Modesto, California, USA  |  Flavored Vodka  |  Producer: E.&J. Gallo Winery

Production & Heritage

New Amsterdam Vodka is produced by E.&J. Gallo Winery, the massive family-owned wine and spirits company headquartered in Modesto, California. The base spirit is distilled five times from American corn and filtered three times before the raspberry flavoring is introduced. This multi-step process is designed to strip away harsh grain character and create the notably smooth, neutral canvas onto which the fruit flavor is layered — a sequence that distinguishes New Amsterdam's flavored lineup from competitors that start with fewer distillations.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Ripe, juicy raspberry dominates the nose immediately, with a candy-like sweetness that borders on confectionery. There is very little ethanol presence on the initial sniff, and a faint tartness lingers underneath the berry notes.

Taste: The palate opens with pronounced sweet raspberry flavor, reminiscent of raspberry hard candy. Mid-palate, a subtle brightness emerges, adding a sour-sweet dimension that keeps it from reading as one-note. The mouthfeel is silky and lightweight, with virtually no alcoholic bite at 35% ABV.

Finish: The finish is ultra-clean and short, fading quickly without residual heat. Lingering sweetness and a faint echo of tart berry round out the experience.

How to Drink New Amsterdam Raspberry

This is a mixer-friendly vodka by design — the lower 35% ABV and bold fruit sweetness make it a natural cocktail ingredient rather than a sipping spirit. Chilled shots are also popular given the candy-like flavor and smooth finish.

• Raspberry Lemonade Cocktail: The intense berry sweetness pairs naturally with fresh lemon juice and soda water for a balanced warm-weather drink.
• Cosmopolitan Twist: Swap standard vodka for this raspberry expression to add a sweeter berry backbone that complements cranberry and lime.
• Raspberry Mule: Ginger beer's spice cuts through the sweetness effectively, while lime juice adds tartness for a well-rounded highball.

Best For

• Mixing fruity, approachable cocktails at home gatherings
• Stocking a home bar for guests who prefer sweeter, lower-proof spirits
• Creating batch punch for casual summer entertaining
• Introducing someone to flavored vodka at a budget-friendly entry point

Frequently Asked Questions

What does New Amsterdam Raspberry taste like? It delivers a pronounced sweet raspberry flavor often compared to raspberry hard candy, with a silky mouthfeel and virtually no alcohol burn. A subtle tart brightness balances the dominant sweetness.

How does New Amsterdam Raspberry compare to Cîroc Red Berry? Cîroc Red Berry is grape-based, distilled in France, bottled at 37.5% ABV, and positioned at a higher price tier, while New Amsterdam Raspberry is corn-based, American-made, 35% ABV, and considerably more affordable. The New Amsterdam expression tends to be sweeter and more candy-forward, while Cîroc leans slightly drier with a mixed-berry profile.

Is New Amsterdam Raspberry good for cocktails? Yes — the bold fruit sweetness, clean finish, and lower 35% ABV make it well suited for mixed drinks where raspberry flavor should be front and center. It works especially well in lemonade-style cocktails, mules, and punch bowls.

Where is New Amsterdam Raspberry made? It is produced by E.&J. Gallo Winery in Modesto, California. The base vodka is distilled five times and filtered three times at their California production facility before raspberry flavoring is added.

What foods pair well with New Amsterdam Raspberry? Chocolate-dipped strawberries echo the berry theme; lemon tart or cheesecake offers a creamy contrast to the fruit sweetness; fresh fruit platters complement the raspberry notes naturally; vanilla ice cream creates a simple dessert float; and sharp aged cheddar provides a savory counterpoint.

What sizes does New Amsterdam Raspberry come in? The standard size is 750ml, though New Amsterdam flavored vodkas are also commonly available in 375ml, 1L, and 1.75L formats depending on market availability.

Is New Amsterdam Raspberry worth the price? New Amsterdam Raspberry positions squarely as a value-tier flavored vodka, and within that segment it delivers strong performance — five distillations and triple filtration at this price point is uncommon, giving it a cleaner base than many direct competitors.

Why New Amsterdam Raspberry?

The five-distillation, triple-filtration process applied to the corn-based spirit gives this raspberry vodka a noticeably cleaner foundation than many flavored vodkas in its price tier. That neutral base allows the raspberry flavoring to express itself without competing grain harshness — a practical advantage in cocktails where fruit clarity matters. For drinkers shopping the value segment of flavored vodka, the combination of smooth texture, bold raspberry character, and wide availability makes it a reliable staple rather than a novelty purchase. It fills a specific role efficiently: a sweet, fruit-forward mixer that stays out of its own way.