Absolut
Among the many spirits, Vodka certainly plays an important role, both for its historical roots and for its ability to establish itself today as a reference spirit in the main cocktail bars and clubs around the world. Vodka is mainly obtained through the distillation of grains, but it can also be made from potatoes, molasses, or other plants; its origins date back to around 1300, and its paternity has always been contested between Poland and Russia, two countries where traces of it can be found since time immemorial.
When talking about Vodka, one of the universally recognized brands, both by enthusiasts and casual drinkers, is undoubtedly Absolut, a distillery that originated in Ahus, a small medieval village located in Skåne County, Sweden. Sweden is indeed a nation that, while not traditionally linked to Vodka production, has managed to impose itself on the market in recent years, becoming a true reference point for this spirit. And it is Absolut that drives this rise, thanks also to the chosen production philosophy: every bottle is made solely and strictly from local products, starting from the hard wheat grown in fields not far from the distillery, to the water used in various processes, sourced from a local well owned by the distillery. In Ahus, twenty-two types of Vodka are produced, still following the traditional recipe introduced in 1879 by Lars Olsson Smith, which involved the use of continuous distillation.
Alongside the great classics and bottles flavored with fruit essences - "Raspberry," "Cedar," and "Grape" are simply phenomenal - perfect for mixing in the trendiest drinks, there are also more niche products, such as "100" and "Elyx," aimed at a true connoisseur audience.
Address:
Marieviksgatan 19B, 117 97 Stockholm, Sweden
