Summer Watermelon is one of two seasonal releases Cîroc built explicitly around the warm months, and the bottle makes no attempt to be subtle about it: a bright red gradient running from the shoulder down into frosted white, which reads as watermelon flesh into rind and photographs like a poolside advertisement. Watermelon is a difficult flavor to get right in a spirit. It is delicate and mostly water in its natural state, and most attempts at it end up either faint or synthetic and sweet. The Cîroc base gives it a better chance than most. The spirit is distilled five times from fine French grapes in an eau de vie style rather than from grain or potato, and that light, subtly fruity foundation lets a soft fruit like watermelon register without needing to be pushed hard. What comes through is fresh cut watermelon on the nose with a clean, almost cucumber like green edge behind it, then a juicy palate carrying mellow melon sweetness and a crisp finish that stays refreshing rather than turning sugary. It is bottled at 35 percent alcohol by volume, which is 70 proof, matching the standard Cîroc flavored strength. This is a mixing and entertaining bottle rather than a sipping one. Serve it long over ice with soda and a squeeze of lime, blend it with fresh watermelon and mint, mix it with lemonade for a party pitcher, or pair it with agave and lime for something in Paloma territory. Product of France. Expect it to move through spring and summer and slow considerably after.
ABV / Proof
| ABV |
35% |
| Proof |
70 |
| Size |
750ml |
| Country |
France |
| Brand |
Cîroc |
| Producer |
Diageo |
| Category |
Made with Vodka Infused with Natural Flavors |
| Expression |
Summer Watermelon, Limited Edition |
| Base |
Fine French grapes, distilled five times |
| Flavoring |
Watermelon and other natural flavors |
| Packaging |
Red to white gradient bottle |
Tasting Notes
Color: Clear.
Nose: Fresh cut watermelon with a clean green edge behind it.
Palate: Juicy and mellow. Soft melon sweetness carries through, kept light by the grape base rather than turning candied.
Finish: Crisp and refreshing, with lingering melon.
FAQ
Q: What proof is it?
A: 70 proof, which is 35 percent alcohol by volume, matching the standard Cîroc flavored strength.
Q: Is this a permanent flavor?
A: No. The bottle is marked Limited Edition and is a seasonal summer release.
Q: How does it compare to Cîroc Summer Citrus?
A: Both are summer limited editions at 70 proof. Summer Citrus leads on orange and is sharper; Summer Watermelon is softer and more mellow.
Q: What is Cîroc made from?
A: Fine French grapes rather than grain or potato, distilled five times in France.
Q: How should I serve it?
A: Long over ice with soda and lime, blended with fresh watermelon and mint, or mixed with lemonade for a pitcher.
Q: Where can I buy Cîroc Summer Watermelon online?
A: Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
