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Seagram’s has added a new flavored whiskey to shelves this June: a spirit that aims to bottle the familiar warmth of apple pie. With the summer holiday season looming, the release arrives at a moment when crowd-pleasing, easygoing drinks are in demand.
What I tested and why it matters
As someone who has sampled more than a dozen apple-flavored whiskeys, I approached this bottle with clear benchmarks: the apple character should be vivid but balanced, the spirit itself should feel juicy and not cloying, and a true “apple pie” expression must carry layered spice and sweetness rather than a one-note fruit syrup.
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The stakes are practical: a widely distributed, affordable flavored whiskey can influence backyard cocktails, dessert recipes, and what people pick up for summer gatherings. That makes understanding its flavor profile and uses relevant now.
Tasting notes
On the nose, the whiskey opens with a bright, candied-apple aroma. The palate is medium-bodied and immediately fruit-forward—fresh apple upfront, then a sweep of **caramel** and soft baking spice that lingers into the finish.
There’s a gentle warmth rather than aggressive heat: cinnamon whispers appear toward the end, but the expression avoids heavy smoke or overt pepper. The aftertaste is long and sweet, recalling a warm slice of pie more than a straight liqueur.
If you prefer sharply peated or highly spiced whiskies, this won’t satisfy that craving. For those who favor sweet, aromatic pours or are looking for an accessible entry point into whiskey, it’s an inviting option.
- Product: Seagram’s 7 Crown Apple Pie
- Proof / ABV: 70 proof (35% ABV)
- Release: Rolling out nationwide June 2026; limited release
- SRP: $11.99
- Suggested serve: 1.5 oz Seagram’s apple pie whiskey topped with 5 oz 7UP over ice, garnished with lime
- Good for: sipping, cocktail riffs (apple-pie old fashioned), and baking into desserts for added depth
How to use it
Its moderate alcohol level and pronounced sweet-and-spice profile make the bottle versatile. Here are a few practical ideas:
- Stir into an old fashioned-style cocktail with a touch less sugar and an orange twist.
- Top with club soda or lemon-lime soda for a simple highball that highlights fruit notes.
- Add a small splash to apple pie or crumble fillings for a sharper, boozier finish.
Final assessment
This release positions itself as an approachable, crowd-friendly flavored whiskey rather than a serious, barrel-forward expression for connoisseurs. Its strengths are clarity of apple flavor, a smooth midpalate, and a dessertlike sweetness that most casual drinkers will enjoy.
The bottle could win over people who normally avoid whiskey because it sidesteps smoke and heavy spice in favor of accessible, nostalgic flavors. On the other hand, die-hard whiskey fans seeking complexity or oak-driven depth may find it too straightforward.
Overall: if you like apple-forward spirits or need a dependable, affordable option for summer cocktails and baking, Seagram’s 7 Crown Apple Pie is worth picking up while the limited release is available.
Price and where to find it
Seagram’s lists the suggested retail price at $11.99. Bottles are expected in liquor stores across the U.S. in June 2026. At 35% ABV (70 proof), the spirit is positioned as an easy-drinking flavored whiskey for casual occasions.
Because this is a limited rollout, shoppers who want to try it should consider buying sooner rather than later.
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