Absolut Vodka Flavours: Vanilla, Pears, Lime, Mango and How to Serve Them
Absolut vodka flavours turn a clean Swedish vodka into easy mixers for cocktails and long drinks. Absolut Vanilla, Pears, Lime and Mango each pair with different mixers, and Absolut Tabasco adds a spicy kick for savoury drinks. This guide explains the main flavours, how they taste, simple serves for each and how to choose between them.
What is Absolut vodka?
Absolut is a Swedish vodka made from winter wheat grown near Åhus in southern Sweden. It is distilled continuously and made without added sugar in the original, and it is recognised worldwide by its apothecary-style bottle.
The flavoured range uses the same vodka as a base, with natural fruit and other flavours added. Browse the Absolut vodka page or the wider vodka collection to see what is in stock.
What does Absolut Vanilla taste like?
Absolut Vanilla is smooth and rounded, with a warm vanilla aroma and a gently sweet finish. It is popular in dessert-style cocktails, in coffee drinks and with cola or ginger ale.
Try it in an espresso martini variation: shake 40 ml of Absolut Vanilla with 30 ml of coffee liqueur and a shot of espresso, then strain into a chilled glass. See Absolut Vanilla for price and size.
What does Absolut Pears taste like?
Absolut Pears has a fresh, juicy pear aroma with a light, clean finish. It is lighter than the vanilla and works well with soda water, ginger beer and sparkling wine.
A simple serve is 40 ml over ice with soda and a slice of pear or lemon. Top a measure with chilled prosecco for a pear spritz. Compare it in Absolut Pears.
What does Absolut Lime taste like?
Absolut Lime tastes of fresh lime zest and is crisp and dry. It is the most versatile of the citrus flavours for a vodka and soda, a moscow mule or a lime-forward martini.
For a moscow mule, add 50 ml of Absolut Lime to a glass of ice, top with ginger beer and finish with a lime wedge. See Absolut Lime.
What does Absolut Mango taste like?
Absolut Mango is tropical and fruity, with ripe mango on the nose and a soft, juicy finish. It suits summer drinks, with soda, lemonade, pineapple juice or coconut water.
Try 40 ml over ice topped with soda and a splash of lime. The 1 litre bottle is practical for parties. See Absolut Mango 1 litre.
What about Absolut Tabasco and other flavours?
Absolut Tabasco is a spicy vodka made with chilli pepper flavour, designed for savoury drinks such as a bloody mary. It is not for everyone, but it adds heat and depth to tomato-based cocktails. See Absolut Tabasco.
If you prefer an unflavoured base, Absolut Swedish Vodka is the classic choice for martinis and vodka sodas.
How do you choose and serve flavoured vodka?
Choose a flavour based on the mixers you already enjoy. For sweet and creamy drinks choose vanilla, for fruity and light drinks choose pears or mango, and for sharp, dry drinks choose lime. Keep the bottle in the freezer for a thick, cold pour.
Use simple mixers so the flavour comes through, and measure your pours. Compare the full vodka collection. We deliver insured across Australia, and an adult (18+) must sign for every parcel.
What are some easy Absolut cocktail recipes?
A vodka soda is 40 ml of Absolut flavour over ice with soda and a citrus wedge. A vodka tonic uses 40 ml with tonic. A moscow mule uses 50 ml with ginger beer and lime. A simple cosmopolitan uses 40 ml of Absolut Lime or plain vodka with cranberry juice and Cointreau.
For party batches, multiply each recipe by the number of guests, keep the mixers chilled and add soda just before serving so it stays fizzy.
How many standard drinks are in a vodka drink?
A 40 ml measure of vodka at 37.5 percent contains about 1.2 standard drinks, and a 30 ml measure contains about 0.9. A cocktail with two measures contains about 2.4. Check the label of your bottle, because strength can vary slightly by product.
Measure each pour with a jigger so you know how many drinks you have had, and alternate with water.
How should you store flavoured vodka?
Store the bottle upright in a cool place away from sunlight, or keep it in the freezer if you like it very cold. Flavoured vodka keeps well once opened because of its alcohol content, although the aroma of delicate flavours such as pear or vanilla can fade slowly over a long time.
Close the cap tightly after each use and use the bottle within a year or two for the freshest flavour. Keep unopened spare bottles in a cupboard rather than a warm kitchen.
How do you buy online from Doctors of Whisky?
Doctors of Whisky is a Sydney-based online bottle shop. Browse the collection, add bottles to your cart and choose PayID, bank transfer, Bitcoin or USDT at checkout; paying with Bitcoin or USDT takes 12% off.
The minimum order is $300 AUD. Orders of $1,500 AUD or more ship free by express courier, and a flat $75 AUD fee applies below that. Delivery is insured, and an adult (18+) must sign for every parcel.
How can you drink responsibly in Australia?
The Australian guidelines to reduce health risks from drinking alcohol recommend no more than 10 standard drinks a week and no more than four standard drinks on any one day. A standard drink contains 10 grams of alcohol, and the label on every bottle shows the number of standard drinks.
Pace yourself, eat before and while you drink, alternate with water, and never drive after drinking. You must be 18 or over to buy alcohol.
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Absolut Swedish Vodka
Absolut Swedish Vodka (700ml) is a vodka from Absolut, made in Sweden. Buy it online from Doctors of Whisky with insured delivery across Australia.
Absolut Tabasco Chilli Pepper Flavoured Swedish Vodka
Absolut Tabasco Chilli Pepper Flavoured Swedish Vodka (1L) is a vodka from Absolut, made in Sweden. Buy it online from Doctors of Whisky with insured delivery across Australia.
Absolut Vanilla Vodka
Absolut Vanilla Vodka (700ml) is a vodka from Absolut. Buy it online from Doctors of Whisky with insured delivery across Australia.
Frequently asked questions
What Absolut vodka flavours are available?
The range includes vanilla, pears, lime, mango and a Tabasco chilli pepper flavour, among others.
Does flavoured vodka have sugar?
Flavoured vodkas can contain a small amount of sugar depending on the product. Check the label of the bottle you buy.
What mixes best with Absolut Vanilla?
Cola, ginger ale, coffee liqueur and espresso all work well with Absolut Vanilla.
Should you keep flavoured vodka in the freezer?
Yes, if you like it neat or in martinis. It will not freeze solid and the cold gives a thicker, smoother pour.
Where can I buy Absolut vodka in Australia?
You can buy Absolut online from Doctors of Whisky with insured delivery across Australia. An adult (18+) must sign for every delivery.
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