Cîroc Vodka 70cl / 40%
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Cîroc Vodka is the original unflavoured French vodka from Cîroc, distilled from grapes rather than grain and bottled at 40% ABV in a 70cl bottle. The grapes are cold fermented and the spirit is distilled in a combination of steel and copper stills, producing a crisp, clean grape vodka with a faint fruity character. As a vodka distilled from French grapes, it stands apart from the wheat, rye and barley spirits that fill most shelves. It suits drinkers who want a plain vodka with a slightly softer, fresher profile, and it shows the house style before any fruit is added. Wodka Company ships Cîroc Vodka from London to any address in the UK.
Cîroc Vodka tasting notes
- Nose: Clean, with a hint of citrus peel and fresh white grape.
- Palate: Crisp and lightly creamy, with subtle fruit and a soft, round texture.
- Finish: Clean and fresh, with a faint citrus note.
How to drink Cîroc Vodka
Serve it neat and ice-cold in a small stemmed glass, or mix it into simple, clean cocktails where the grape character can show. It pairs well with oysters, sushi, ceviche and herring in oil with onion and rye bread. It is a sound choice for a dinner party aperitif or a relaxed Martini hour at home.
Cîroc Vodka cocktails
- French Martini: 40 ml Cîroc Vodka, 15 ml raspberry liqueur and 50 ml pineapple juice, shaken with ice and strained into a chilled coupe.
- White Grape Highball: 50 ml Cîroc Vodka and 30 ml white grape juice over ice in a tall glass, topped with 100 ml soda water.
- Dry Vodka Martini: 60 ml Cîroc Vodka and 10 ml dry vermouth stirred with ice and strained into a chilled glass with a green olive.
How it compares
Against the flavoured range, such as Cîroc Red Berry or Cîroc Apple, the original is drier and lets the grape spirit lead. Compared with Absolut Blue, a wheat vodka at the same 40%, Cîroc shows a slightly fruitier, fresher profile. Finlandia Vodka, made from barley, is nuttier and drier than either.
Good to know
Cîroc is a Diageo brand, and its vodka is made in France. The Cîroc Vodka 70cl bottle is a smart gift for Martini drinkers and a useful plain vodka for a home bar that already holds the flavoured Cîroc range.
Frequently asked questions
Which grapes are used to make Cîroc Vodka?
Cîroc Vodka is made from two French white grape varieties, Mauzac Blanc from the Gaillac area and Ugni Blanc from the Cognac region. Both grapes give Cîroc Vodka a crisp, faintly fruity character that sets it apart from grain vodka.
Is Cîroc Vodka a real vodka if it is made from grapes?
Yes, vodka may be distilled from any agricultural raw material, including grapes, provided the spirit meets the legal standard for vodka. Under UK and EU rules, vodka not made from cereals or potatoes must name its raw material on the label, which is why Cîroc Vodka states that it is made from grapes.
Is Cîroc Vodka good for a Martini?
Yes, Cîroc Vodka works well in a Vodka Martini, where its crisp, lightly fruity grape character shows clearly. Stir 60 ml Cîroc Vodka with 10 ml dry vermouth over ice, strain into a chilled glass and finish with a lemon twist to echo the citrus note.
