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Kirschwasser

  • Spirit
  • 40% ABV
  • 3 drinks

What is Kirschwasser?

Kirschwasser is a fruit brandy distilled solely from the fermented juice or mash of cherries, bottled at 40% ABV or more.

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Choose this if…

  • ✓You want this specific flavour profile in your cocktail.
  • ✓There are 3 drinks on WhatDrink using this.

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  • ✗You prefer a more neutral or differently flavoured base.

At a Glance

72 kcalCalories
40%ABV
0gSugar
0gCarbs
SpiritType
3Recipes

Ingredient nutrition is approximate and varies by brand, recipe and preparation.

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What does Kirschwasser taste like?

aromatic, structured, cocktail-ready, flavor-led, balanced structure, aromatic finish, cocktail ingredient context

Kirschwasser profile

Mixability: MediumIntensity: BoldDryBeginner-friendly: Medium

Best used for: sours, highballs, stirred cocktails

  • High-strength spirit (40% ABV)

aromatic, structured, cocktail-ready, flavor-led, balanced structure, aromatic finish, cocktail ingredient context

Contains alcohol
Bold intensityDry sweetnessHigh-strength spirit (40% ABV)

Ways to use kirschwasser

Cocktails (3)

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Nutrition per measure

Approx. values for per 30ml / 1 oz.

Calories
72
Sugar
0g
Carbs
0g

Per 100ml — 240 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.