Travis Hasse's Cherry Pie 750ML

Travis Hasse's Cherry Pie 750ML is a 15% ABV (30 proof) cherry liqueur from Wisconsin that blends maraschino cherries, vanilla, and neutral grain spirits. A Silver medal winner at the International Review of Spirits Award, this liqueur delivers a flavor profile that genuinely recalls a slice of homemade cherry pie rather than the cloying sweetness common in the category.

Quick Facts: ABV: 15% (30 proof)  |  Origin: Wisconsin, USA  |  Style: Cherry Liqueur  |  Distillery: Travis Hasse Distilling Co.

Production & Heritage

Travis Hasse Distilling Co. was born out of tradition at the historic Missouri Tavern outside Madison, Wisconsin, built on a family recipe passed down from Travis Hasse's father. Cherry Pie was launched as a sister flavor to the brand's original Apple Pie liqueur, introduced for the company's one-year anniversary. The liqueur is produced by marrying maraschino cherries with a hint of vanilla and neutral grain spirits, resulting in a lower-proof spirit designed for easy drinking and mixing.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Candied maraschino cherry leads immediately, followed by the warm, bakery-like sweetness of bing cherry pie filling. A light vanilla undertone rounds out the nose without overwhelming the fruit.

Taste: The entry is bright and fruit-forward, dominated by ripe cherry pie filling that coats the palate. At mid-palate, a delicious hint of vanilla emerges, adding depth and tempering the sweetness with a creamy quality. The overall impression is balanced and accessible at 15% ABV.

Finish: A tangy sour cherry note arrives on the finish, cutting through the sweetness and providing welcome contrast. Honey lingers alongside that tartness, leaving a clean and moderately short ending.

How to Drink Cherry Pie

At 15% ABV, Cherry Pie is extremely versatile and drinks well chilled as a shot or poured over crushed ice. Its lower proof and pronounced fruit character make it a natural cocktail ingredient. A Cherry Pie Lemonade pairs it with fresh lemonade for a refreshing warm-weather drink. A Cherry Mule substitutes it for traditional vodka alongside ginger beer and lime, where the cherry and ginger complement each other well. A Cherry Pie Martini shakes it with vanilla vodka and a splash of cream for a dessert-style cocktail that leans into the liqueur's pie-filling character.

Best For

• Casual gatherings and backyard barbecues where a fun, easy-drinking spirit sets the tone
• Dessert cocktail courses at dinner parties
• Gifting to fans of flavored spirits and American craft liqueurs
• Game-day entertaining where shots and simple mixed drinks are the priority

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Cherry Pie taste like? Cherry Pie tastes like ripe maraschino cherry pie filling with a creamy vanilla undertone and a tangy sour cherry finish. It is noticeably sweet but balanced by tartness at the close.

How does Cherry Pie compare to Cherry Heering? Cherry Heering is a Danish cherry liqueur at 24% ABV with a more complex, darker cherry and almond character rooted in a centuries-old recipe. Travis Hasse's Cherry Pie is lighter in body and proof at 15% ABV, with a more candied, pie-inspired sweetness and vanilla accent that makes it more of a party-style pour.

Is Cherry Pie good for cocktails? Yes, its lower proof and bold cherry-vanilla flavor make it easy to mix into lemonades, mules, and dessert martinis without overpowering other ingredients.

Where is Cherry Pie made? Cherry Pie is produced by Travis Hasse Distilling Co. near Madison, Wisconsin. The brand traces its roots to the historic Missouri Tavern in the same region.

What foods pair well with Cherry Pie? Dark chocolate brownies complement the cherry-vanilla sweetness. Vanilla ice cream or cheesecake mirrors the liqueur's dessert profile. Smoked pork or barbecue ribs benefit from the cherry's tangy contrast. Sharp cheddar provides a savory counterpoint. Fresh berry tarts echo the fruit-forward character.

What sizes does Cherry Pie come in? The standard and most widely available size is the 750ml bottle.

Is Cherry Pie worth the price? Cherry Pie positions as an affordable, everyday flavored liqueur that delivers strong cherry flavor at an accessible price tier. Its value stands out for social occasions and mixing, where a single bottle goes a long way at 15% ABV.

Why Cherry Pie?

Travis Hasse's Cherry Pie earned a Silver medal at the International Review of Spirits Award, validating what a straightforward sip already makes clear — this is a well-executed cherry liqueur that avoids artificial-tasting shortcuts. The family recipe origin and Wisconsin craft roots give it an authenticity that mass-market cherry liqueurs lack. At 15% ABV, it occupies a unique niche between full-strength liqueurs and flavored malt beverages, making it genuinely approachable for a wider range of drinkers. As the sister expression to the brand's flagship Apple Pie, Cherry Pie rounds out a lineup rooted in American dessert tradition rather than European cocktail convention.