Skyy Infusions Cherry 750ML

Skyy Infusions Cherry 750ML is a naturally flavored cherry vodka bottled at 35% ABV (70 proof) in a 750ml bottle. This expression earned a Gold Medal at the 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and a Best Buy rating from Wine Enthusiast, establishing it as a standout among flavored vodkas at its price point.

Quick Facts: ABV: 35%  |  Origin: San Francisco, California, USA  |  Flavored Vodka  |  Producer: Campari America (Campari Group)

Production & Heritage

Skyy Vodka was founded in San Francisco in 1992 and is now produced under Campari America, a division of the Milan-based Campari Group. The base spirit is made from American grain and undergoes quadruple distillation followed by triple filtration through California limestone, a process designed to remove impurities while preserving a clean, smooth character. What distinguishes the Infusions line is its use of only natural flavors and water enriched with Pacific minerals — including calcium, magnesium, sodium, and potassium — sourced from the San Francisco Bay Area, each selected for a specific impact on flavor, texture, and mouthfeel.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Enticing maraschino cherry leads the nose, followed by softer hints of ripe stone fruit and a whisper of almond. The aromatics are bright and inviting without any harsh alcohol burn at 35% ABV.

Taste: The entry is sweet and fruit-forward, dominated by ripe cherry with a touch of bubblegum on the mid-palate. As it develops, creamy dark cherry overtones emerge alongside a subtle almond quality and faint cocoa undertones that add unexpected depth for a flavored vodka.

Finish: The finish is refreshingly tart with a light dash of spice that keeps it from veering into cloying sweetness. Medium in length, it leaves a clean cherry impression that fades gradually.

How to Drink Skyy Cherry

Chilled and neat or over ice lets the natural cherry character come through clearly, making it a simple warm-weather sipper. The balanced sweetness and tartness also make it a versatile cocktail ingredient.

• Cherry Lemonade Drop: The bright maraschino quality pairs naturally with fresh lemon juice and simple syrup for a tart, crowd-pleasing martini variation.
• Cherry Moscow Mule: Substituted for plain vodka, the ripe cherry flavor complements ginger beer's spice and fresh lime, adding fruity complexity to the classic template.
• Cherry Collins: Mixed with lemon juice, simple syrup, and club soda, the cherry infusion transforms a standard Tom Collins into a refreshing, fruit-forward long drink.

Best For

• Hosting summer cocktail parties where accessible, fruit-forward drinks are the focus
• Building a home bar with versatile flavored spirits at a strong value
• Introducing friends to flavored vodka without artificial-tasting sweetness
• Batch cocktails and punch bowls for large gatherings

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Skyy Cherry taste like? It leads with sweet, ripe maraschino cherry and a touch of bubblegum, followed by creamy dark cherry and subtle almond notes, finishing with a refreshing tartness and light spice.

How does Skyy Cherry compare to Absolut Cherrys? Skyy Infusions Cherry is bottled at 35% ABV versus Absolut Cherrys at 40% ABV, giving it a slightly softer, more approachable profile. Skyy emphasizes its natural flavoring and mineral-enriched water process, while Absolut relies on its continuous distillation heritage from Åhus, Sweden.

Is Skyy Cherry good for cocktails? Its natural cherry flavor and balanced sweetness make it an excellent cocktail base, particularly in fruit-forward mixed drinks like cherry mules, lemonade drops, and punches where it contributes genuine fruit character without excessive artificial sweetness.

Where is Skyy Cherry made? Skyy Infusions Cherry is produced in the United States, primarily associated with San Francisco, California, where the brand was founded in 1992. Production falls under Campari America, the U.S. division of Italy's Campari Group.

What foods pair well with Skyy Cherry? Dark chocolate truffles complement the cocoa and cherry notes nicely. Brie or mild goat cheese balances the fruit sweetness with creamy richness. Grilled duck breast echoes the dark cherry quality. Fresh berry tarts create a harmonious fruit-on-fruit pairing. Smoked almonds draw out the subtle almond undertone in the spirit.

What sizes does Skyy Cherry come in? The standard widely available size is the 750ml bottle, though Skyy products are also commonly found in 1L and 1.75L formats depending on market availability.

Is Skyy Cherry worth the price? Skyy Infusions Cherry positions as a value-tier flavored vodka that punches above its weight, evidenced by its Gold Medal at the 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and Wine Enthusiast Best Buy designation — both recognitions that signal strong quality relative to cost in the flavored vodka category.

Why Skyy Cherry?

The 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition Gold Medal is a meaningful achievement for a flavored vodka at this price tier, validating that the quadruple distillation and triple limestone filtration process delivers genuine quality. The use of Pacific mineral-enriched water is a production detail rarely seen among competitors, contributing a subtle textural dimension that sets it apart from other cherry-flavored vodkas. Combined with the commitment to natural flavoring — no artificial sweeteners or colors — the result is a cherry vodka that tastes like actual fruit rather than candy. For anyone building cocktails or seeking a clean-tasting flavored spirit without a premium price tag, this expression delivers measurable quality backed by independent recognition.