Brian Nagele
Savor a symphony of spirits that redefines the art of sipping with the best Absolut Vodka varieties. Take a trip that goes beyond the typical with flavors like Absolut Peppar’s crisp embrace and Absolut Citron’s rich nuances. Every bottle is evidence of the Swedish artistry and dedication to quality that have established Absolut as a household brand. Whether you’re in the mood for the smooth seduction of Absolut Elyx or the zesty zest of Absolut Lime, these expertly blended flavors offer a sensory experience unlike any other. Discover the unmatched adaptability of Absolut Vodka, where every taste is a celebration of flavor innovation, and up your cocktail game.
Absolut Raspberri
Sweden is known for its strawberry fields and berry-laden forests, so this proudly Swedish company delivers a fan favorite with Absolut Raspberri. Using raspberries soured from Swedish forests, Absolut Raspberri has a strong aroma of wild raspberries that translates to a pop of berry flavor with every sip. There’s no sugar added to any Absolut flavored vodka, so you get a strong berry flavor and a subtle sweetness that’s low in calories. My favorite vodka cocktail to make with Raspberri vodka is a Raspiroska, which entails a simple mixture of: Absolut Rasperri, Simple syrup, Whole raspberries. By macerating the whole raspberries with simple syrup, you enhance the raspberry flavor and add a delightfully seedy texture to this Nordic summer cocktail.
Absolut Mango
Mangos are decidedly not a Swedish crop, but they’re too delicious a treat to exclude from the Absolut Vodka’s flavor repertoire. The Absolut Mango flavored vodka uses Alphonso mangos, the sweetest Indian-native variety, to impart a delicious tropical taste. The infusion and distillation process manages to concentrate the flavor without adding too much sugar. Absolut Mango lends well to sweet, spicy, and sour cocktails. You can make it sweet by using Absolut mango in a cocktail that mocks a tequila sunrise with cranberry juice, orange juice, and mango. I like the idea of a spicy mango cocktail, so I tried Absolut’s suggestion for a Spicy Mangotini with: Absolut mango, Absolut peppar, Lemon juice, Mango puree, Simple syrup, jalapeno.
Absolut Citron
One of Absolut’s first flavored vodkas and the muse behind the famous Cosmopolitan cocktail, Absolut Citron is a lemon-flavored vodka. Absolut Citron has been Absolut Vodka’s top-selling product since it launched in the 1980s. Absolut Citron uses the freshest, highest-quality lemons and lemon peel to impart a tart and bright flavor that has become the mainstay flavored spirit on any professional mixologist’s shelf. Versatility is the basis of Absolut Citron’s appeal. You can use it for lemon drop martinis, spiked lemonades, sangrias, and many other cocktails. Since it inspired Cosmopolitan, I had to try it out for my next girls’ night cocktail party.
Absolut Pears
Pears are a special fall and winter treat in the Northern Hemisphere, and their delicately sweet, juicy, and soft flavor and texture profiles make for a delightful drink infusion. Absolut Pears use real pear juices to create a classy and elegant flavored drink. Absolut recommends combining it with ginger beer to bring out the pear flavor. I took the suggestion a step further by using Absolut Pears as the spirit for a Moscow Mule with: Lime, Ginger beer, Absolut Pear, Simply syrup, Ice. If it’s pear season, you can always puree fresh pears to make a pear martini.
Absolut Vanilla
An exotic and sensual choice, Absolut Vanilla uses fresh vanilla beans from Madagascar with undertones of caramel, toffee, and bourbon. Despite its reputation, there’s nothing plain about vanilla vodka. It’s an essential aromatic flavoring agent for every dessert under the sun. Absolut Vanilla manages to utilize its strong and unique flavor for a sweet alcoholic treat. If you have a sweet tooth, you’ll love Absolut Vanilla. It’s the perfect flavored vodka for a White Russian. My favorite use of Absolut Vanilla is in an Espresso Martini, with: Absolut Vanilla, Espresso Kahlua, Vanilla pod- garnish, Coffee bean- garnish. You’ll get a trifecta of rushes with alcohol, sugar, and caffeine.
Absolut Apeach
Peaches are the fleeting and beloved taste of summer. Absolut Apeach pioneered the peach vodka flavor, debuting this peachy variety in 2005. It has since become the go-to one-stop-shop beverage for summer cookouts. It’s often hard to pinpoint the ripeness of a peach. Taking a bite too early means a hard, tart bite, while waiting too long creates a mealy, flavorless bite. With Absolut Apeach, you get a perfectly ripe peach taste every time. The most popular way to enjoy Absolut Apeach is as a tasty spike for your sweet tea. There’s no better drink to pair with a plate of barbecue!