Hangar 1 Rose 750ML

Hangar 1 Rosé 750ml is a 30% ABV vodka blended with California rosé wine, produced at Hangar 1 Distillery in Alameda, California. Described as a first-of-its-kind spirit when it launched, this expression integrates 5% real rosé wine made from Petit Verdot and White Meritage grapes directly into the finished vodka — a fundamentally different approach from infused or artificially flavored alternatives.

Quick Facts: ABV: 30% (60 proof)  |  Origin: Alameda, Northern California  |  Style: Vodka–Rosé Wine Blend  |  Distillery: Hangar 1 Distillery

Production & Heritage

Hangar 1 Distillery operates out of a converted airplane hangar on the former Alameda Naval Air Station in the San Francisco Bay Area. The distillery built its reputation on small-batch, pot-distilled vodkas that showcase California agriculture. For the Rosé expression, the production team blends their straight vodka with 5% California rosé wine sourced from Petit Verdot and White Meritage wine grapes, creating a spirit that sits at 30% ABV — lower than standard vodka — and celebrates Golden State wine culture without relying on artificial flavoring or botanicals.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with floral sweet pea blossoms and transitions into crisp apple. A subtle undercurrent of oak carries through from the wine component, giving the aroma more dimension than a typical flavored vodka.

Taste: The rosé wine element announces itself immediately on entry, bringing ripe strawberry and flower petal notes. The mid-palate develops berry and wood flavors wrapped in a silky, soft texture, with a thread of crisp acidity that keeps everything from drifting too sweet. The body is intentionally light and lean, emphasizing drinkability over richness.

Finish: Clean and fresh, with a lingering hint of cranberry that echoes the wine influence. The finish is moderate in length, tapering off without bitterness or heat.

How to Drink Hangar 1 Rosé

At 30% ABV, this expression drinks comfortably chilled and poured neat or over a single large ice cube, which amplifies the floral and berry notes as it dilutes. Its wine-vodka hybrid character also makes it unusually versatile in cocktails:

• Frosé Spritz: The real rosé wine content makes it a natural shortcut for frozen rosé cocktails, adding structure without excess sweetness.
• Cosmopolitan: Swap standard vodka for Hangar 1 Rosé to reinforce the cranberry element and introduce floral depth that complements the lime and Cointreau.
• French Martini: The berry and petal aromatics pair seamlessly with pineapple juice and Chambord, adding a California-wine twist to the classic template.

Best For

• Rosé wine lovers looking to explore wine-spirit hybrids
• Warm-weather entertaining where a lighter-proof spirit keeps the afternoon going
• Building a California-focused home bar alongside local wines and craft spirits
• Gifting someone who appreciates unconventional, small-batch American vodka

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Hangar 1 Rosé taste like? It leads with ripe strawberry and floral petal notes derived from real rosé wine, followed by a soft berry and wood mid-palate and a crisp, clean finish with a lingering cranberry accent. The overall impression is lighter and more wine-like than traditional flavored vodkas.

How does Hangar 1 Rosé compare to Ketel One Botanical Grapefruit & Rose? Both sit at 30% ABV and target drinkers seeking a lower-proof option, but they achieve it differently — Hangar 1 Rosé blends actual California rosé wine into its vodka, while Ketel One Botanical infuses botanical essences and natural flavors. The result is that Hangar 1 Rosé carries a more distinctly vinous, fruit-forward character.

Is Hangar 1 Rosé good for cocktails? Its 30% ABV and built-in wine acidity make it well-suited for lighter cocktails like spritzes, Cosmopolitans, and frozen rosé drinks where it contributes real wine complexity without overwhelming other ingredients.

Where is Hangar 1 Rosé made? Hangar 1 Rosé is produced at Hangar 1 Distillery in Alameda, California, located in a repurposed airplane hangar on the former Alameda Naval Air Station in the San Francisco Bay Area.

What foods pair well with Hangar 1 Rosé? Fresh goat cheese and crostini complement the floral and berry notes. Chilled shrimp cocktail mirrors the crisp acidity. Strawberry-topped salads echo the fruit character. Grilled salmon works well against the subtle oak undertone. Light charcuterie boards with prosciutto and melon balance the spirit's soft sweetness.

What sizes does Hangar 1 Rosé come in? The standard offering is a 750ml bottle.

Is Hangar 1 Rosé worth the price? Hangar 1 Rosé positions as a premium flavored vodka, and its use of real California rosé wine rather than artificial flavoring justifies a step up from mass-market alternatives. For drinkers who value craft production and genuine wine integration, it represents solid value within its niche.

Why Hangar 1 Rosé?

What separates this expression from the broader flavored-vodka landscape is transparency of method: 5% real California rosé wine from Petit Verdot and White Meritage grapes blended directly into a craft vodka base. That distinction matters because the wine contributes actual tannin structure, acidity, and vinous complexity — qualities that synthetic flavorings cannot replicate. At 30% ABV, the spirit also occupies a practical middle ground between wine and full-strength vodka, making it genuinely sessionable in warm-weather settings. For anyone interested in the intersection of California winemaking and craft distilling, Hangar 1 Rosé remains one of the few products that bridges both worlds with integrity.