Spirits
Grappa
- Spirit
- 40% ABV
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At a Glance
Ingredient nutrition is approximate and varies by brand, recipe and preparation.
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What is Grappa?
Grappa is an Italian grape pomace spirit with a dry, aromatic profile that can bring grape, floral and herbal notes to cocktails.
What does Grappa taste like?
dry, grape, floral, herbal, balanced structure, aromatic finish, cocktail ingredient context
Grappa profile
Best used for: aromatic cocktails, sours, highballs, stirred cocktails
- High-strength spirit (40% ABV)
dry, grape, floral, herbal, balanced structure, aromatic finish, cocktail ingredient context
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Nutrition per measure
Approx. values for per 30ml / 1 oz.
- Calories
- 66
- Sugar
- 0g
- Carbs
- 0g
Per 100ml — 221 kcal · 0g sugar · 0g carbs
Ingredient nutrition is approximate and varies by brand, recipe and preparation.
Drink counts and recipe data are based on published WhatDrink recipes. Figures may vary as new recipes are added.
Grappa — common questions
- What is the ABV of Grappa?
- Grappa has an ABV of approximately 40%. The exact strength varies by brand and expression.
- What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?
- Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Intensity (light to bold), Sweetness (dry to sweet), Mixability (how versatile it is in cocktails) and Beginner-Friendly (acquired taste to easy intro). Each scale helps you compare Grappa with similar ingredients at a glance.
- How do I use the Grappa sensory profile to find drinks I like?
- If you enjoy the intensity and flavour profile of Grappa, look for other ingredients or cocktails with a similar profile. Compare Intensity, Sweetness and Mixability to find substitutes or discover new cocktails in the same flavour family.