Veev Acai Spirit 750ML

Veev Acai Spirit 750ML is a 30% ABV (60 proof) acai-infused spirit made from Idaho winter wheat and Brazilian acai berries. Recognized with a SIP Awards Best of Class Platinum in 2017, it also holds the distinction of being the world's first carbon-neutral spirit.

Quick Facts: ABV: 30% (60 Proof)  |  Origin: United States  |  Style: Acai-Infused Wheat Spirit  |  Producer: Distilled Resources, Inc.

Production & Heritage

Veev Acai Spirit begins with a clean wheat-spirit base distilled from Idaho winter wheat and mountain water. Brazilian acai berries are flown in and macerated directly with the spirit, joined by prickly pears and acerola cherries to build complexity beyond a single-fruit profile. The brand was launched as the world's first carbon-neutral spirit and is a certified 1% For the Planet member, directing a portion of sales revenue to environmental causes—efforts credited with helping preserve over 15,000 acres of Brazilian rainforest.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Dark cherry leads the nose immediately, followed by ripe mixed berries and a subtle floral sweetness. A faint cocoa undertone emerges as the spirit opens up in the glass.

Taste: The entry is full-bodied and noticeably sweet, with candied citrus and prickly pear arriving first on the palate. Mid-palate, cherry and acai assert themselves with a drying, slightly bitter backbone that balances the fruit-forward start. The texture is lightly oily, lending a rounded mouthfeel that carries each layer forward.

Finish: Smooth and moderate in length, the finish highlights acai's distinctive dark-berry-meets-chocolate character. A gentle bitterness lingers alongside residual cherry sweetness.

How to Drink Veev Acai

At 30% ABV, Veev sits at a lower proof than most base spirits, making it immediately approachable over ice or with a splash of soda water to let the fruit flavors open up. It serves as a direct swap for flavored vodka in most recipes. A Cosmopolitan benefits from Veev's natural berry sweetness, reducing the need for added cranberry. A Collins-style build with fresh lemon and soda water showcases the prickly pear and acai without heavy sugar. A Bramble variation using Veev in place of gin doubles down on dark-fruit character while adding a smoother, rounder texture.

Best For

• Mixing fruit-forward cocktails for warm-weather gatherings
• Gifting an environmentally conscious spirits enthusiast
• Introducing acai-curious drinkers to a unique spirit category
• Stocking a home bar with a versatile flavored-vodka alternative

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Veev Acai taste like? Veev Acai Spirit delivers a full-bodied, sweet profile dominated by dark cherry and acai berry, with supporting notes of prickly pear, candied citrus, and a faint chocolate undertone. The finish is smooth with a gentle drying bitterness that prevents the sweetness from becoming cloying.

How does Veev Acai compare to flavored vodkas? Veev Acai uses a wheat-spirit base like many premium vodkas but brings significantly more fruit complexity through macerated acai, prickly pear, and acerola cherry rather than artificial flavoring. Its 30% ABV is lower than the standard 40% of most flavored vodkas, making it softer in cocktails but less potent as a standalone pour.

Is Veev Acai good for cocktails? Yes—its lower proof and natural fruit sweetness make it highly versatile as a one-to-one replacement for flavored vodka in mixed drinks. It works especially well in berry-forward and citrus-driven cocktails where its acai and cherry flavors complement rather than compete.

Where is Veev Acai made? Veev Acai Spirit is produced in the United States by Distilled Resources, Inc., using Idaho winter wheat and mountain water as the spirit base. The acai berries are sourced from Brazil and flown in for maceration.

What foods pair well with Veev Acai? Dark chocolate truffles mirror the spirit's cocoa undertone. Fresh berry tarts echo its fruit-forward profile. Grilled shrimp with a citrus glaze plays against the prickly pear sweetness. Soft-ripened cheeses like brie provide a creamy contrast. Açai bowls create a playful thematic pairing at brunch.

What sizes does Veev Acai come in? The standard offering is a 750ml bottle, which is the most widely available format.

Is Veev Acai worth the price? Veev Acai Spirit positions in the mid-range tier for flavored spirits, justified by its use of real macerated fruit rather than artificial flavoring, its carbon-neutral production credentials, and its SIP Awards Platinum recognition. For drinkers seeking a natural-tasting fruit spirit with genuine environmental commitments, it represents solid value within the category.

Why Veev Acai?

Veev Acai Spirit carved out a niche that barely existed before it arrived—an acai-based spirit with genuine fruit maceration rather than synthetic flavoring. Its dual SIP Awards Platinum medals (2014 and 2017 Best of Class) validate the liquid itself, not just the concept. The carbon-neutral certification and 1% For the Planet membership give it a provenance story rooted in measurable environmental impact, not vague marketing language. For anyone looking to move beyond conventional flavored vodkas toward a spirit with a distinctive berry-and-chocolate character and a traceable supply chain, Veev stands largely without direct competition.