Absolut Vodka — The Swedish Icon
Absolut Vodka is a Wheat vodka made by The Absolut Company / Pernod Ricard in Sweden. ABV: 40% ABV. Base ingredient: Wheat. Filtration: Standard. Distilled 1 times. Our expert rating is 7/10. community average is 7.8/10 from 22 reviews.
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Nose
Clean and subtle with soft wheat grain, a hint of dried fruit, and delicate citrus peel
Palate
Smooth and medium-bodied with wheat sweetness, white pepper, and a rounded, well-integrated character
Finish
Medium and clean with gentle grain warmth and a smooth, balanced fade
Expert Review
7/10One of the world's best-selling vodka brands and a Swedish institution. Absolut delivers reliable quality, famed purity, and a smooth wheat character that has made it a global staple.
Community Reviews
View All (22)Good quality spirit but slightly overpriced for what it is. The subtle dried fruit is the highlight — Clean winter wheat and well-presented. On the palate, the Smooth and medium-bodied with wheat sweetness is fine but not exciting. At $20, I'd expect more character. The clean with a gentle grain warmth is pleasant but brief. A reliable mixer.
4 May 2026As someone who's been appreciating quality vodka for years, this is among the finest I've encountered at this price point. On the nose I get grain sweetness — let it warm slightly in the glass and the aromas open up. The palate is where it really shines: Smooth and medium-bodied with wheat sweetness with beautiful texture. The Absolut Company / Pernod Ricard has clearly mastered their craft.
3 May 2026What strikes me most is the balance. It's clean enough for a classic Martini but has enough body and character to sip neat. Lovely soft texture, hints of anise and white chocolate on the nose, and a palate that's both silky and precise. Equally at home in a cocktail bar or a quiet evening at home.
3 May 2026