New Amsterdam Lemon 750ML

New Amsterdam Lemon 750ML is a lemon-flavored vodka bottled at 35% ABV (70 proof) in a 750ml format, produced by E&J Gallo Winery in Modesto, California. The expression starts with New Amsterdam's five-times-distilled, triple-filtered base vodka — the same recipe that helped the brand earn Wine Enthusiast's "Spirit Brand of the Year" distinction in 2015 — before natural lemon flavoring is introduced.

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

Production & Heritage

E&J Gallo Winery, founded in 1933, is one of the largest wine and spirits producers in the United States, headquartered in California's Central Valley. New Amsterdam Lemon begins as the brand's flagship grain-based vodka, which undergoes five separate distillations and three rounds of filtration to establish a clean, neutral spirit. The lemon flavoring is then layered onto this finished base, a method that preserves the smoothness of the original vodka while allowing the citrus character to sit on top rather than compete with residual grain notes.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Bright lemon lollipop sweetness arrives first, followed by fresh-squeezed lemon juice and a subtle thread of lemon peel oil. The nose is direct and uncomplicated, leaning candy-sweet rather than botanical.

Taste: The entry is smooth and lightly sweet, immediately registering ripe lemon and citrus candy on the front palate. At mid-palate, a zesty citrus bite surfaces alongside a touch of bitterness reminiscent of lemon peel, adding dimension beyond the initial sweetness. The overall impression is crisp and clean, with the grain-neutral base staying well in the background.

Finish: The finish runs moderately long for a flavored vodka, carrying persistent citrus notes that gradually dry out. A faint lemon-zest bitterness lingers alongside mild sweetness, keeping the close balanced rather than cloying.

How to Drink New Amsterdam Lemon

Chilled and served over ice is the simplest way to enjoy this vodka, letting the lemon character come through cleanly without dilution masking its lighter proof. Adding a splash of club soda and a lemon wheel makes a low-effort spritz for warm-weather drinking.

• Lemon Drop Martini: The built-in lemon profile means less fresh juice is needed, and the candy-sweet quality complements the sugar rim naturally.
• Vodka Collins: The bright citrus backbone pairs well with simple syrup and soda water, producing a refreshing long drink with minimal effort.
• Bee's Knees (vodka variation): Swap gin for this lemon vodka alongside honey syrup and fresh lemon juice for a sweeter, more approachable take on the classic.

Best For

• Stocking a home bar for citrus-forward cocktail mixing
• Batch-making lemon drop martinis for a summer gathering
• Introducing flavored vodka drinkers to a clean, approachable option
• Building a simple two-ingredient highball on a weeknight

Frequently Asked Questions

What does New Amsterdam Lemon taste like? It delivers a bright, sweet lemon-candy flavor up front, followed by a zesty citrus bite and a hint of lemon peel bitterness on the finish. The overall profile is clean and crisp, with the grain base staying neutral.

How does New Amsterdam Lemon compare to Absolut Citron? Absolut Citron is bottled at 40% ABV and leans toward a drier, more natural citrus-peel character, while New Amsterdam Lemon sits at 35% ABV and trends sweeter and more candy-forward. The five-point proof difference also makes New Amsterdam Lemon slightly lighter on the palate.

Is New Amsterdam Lemon good for cocktails? Its pronounced lemon sweetness and smooth, low-proof base make it well-suited for citrus cocktails like lemon drops, Collins drinks, and vodka lemonades where bold lemon flavor is the goal.

Where is New Amsterdam Lemon made? New Amsterdam Lemon is produced by E&J Gallo Winery in Modesto, California, located in the state's Central Valley. The vodka is distilled, filtered, and flavored at Gallo's California production facility.

What foods pair well with New Amsterdam Lemon? Grilled shrimp or fish tacos complement the citrus notes naturally. Lemon-dressed arugula salads echo the vodka's brightness. Creamy goat cheese balances its acidity. Light desserts like lemon bars or panna cotta create a cohesive citrus finish.

What sizes does New Amsterdam Lemon come in? New Amsterdam Lemon is widely available in 750ml, 1L, 1.75L, and 375ml formats, with the 750ml being the standard bottle size.

Is New Amsterdam Lemon worth the price? New Amsterdam Lemon positions firmly in the value tier of flavored vodkas, priced below competitors like Absolut Citron while delivering a clean, well-filtered spirit. For cocktail mixing and casual drinking, it represents strong value relative to its quality.

Why New Amsterdam Lemon?

The key differentiator here is process: the lemon flavor is built on a fully finished, five-times-distilled and triple-filtered vodka rather than introduced during distillation, which gives the base a notably smooth, neutral canvas. That production approach means the citrus character reads as a distinct layer rather than a mask for harsh spirit. For a value-tier flavored vodka, the filtration regimen punches above its weight class — a factor that contributed to the broader New Amsterdam line earning Wine Enthusiast's 2015 Brand of the Year recognition. Drinkers who want a sweet, unmistakably lemon-forward vodka for mixing will find this bottle does exactly what it promises without unnecessary complexity.