{"title":"Leaf","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"leaf-alaskan-glacial-water-organic-vodka-700ml","title":"Leaf Alaskan Glacial Water Organic Vodka 700ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf Alaskan Glacial Water Organic Vodka 700ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 40% ABV organic wheat vodka in a 700ml bottle, blended with glacial water sourced from Alaska's Blue Lake. This expression earned a Gold Medal at the 2017 Los Angeles International Spirits Competition and 91 points from Tastings.com, distinguishing it as one of the more decorated organic vodkas on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 40% (80 proof)  |  Origin: Distilled in Temperance, Michigan  |  Organic Wheat Vodka  |  Water Source: Blue Lake, Alaska\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeaf Alaskan Glacial Water Organic Vodka is distilled five times from 100% certified organic wheat and triple decanted before filtration. The defining production choice is the water: four glaciers wind down from the mountains surrounding Alaska's Blue Lake, producing water so naturally pure that it requires no additional filtration before blending. This glacial water integration gives the vodka a mineral backbone that separates it from standard filtered or spring-water vodkas, and the organic wheat base delivers a naturally clean, slightly sweet grain character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens clean and restrained, with faint dried fruit and a barely discernible almond sweetness. There is little of the harsh ethanol bite common in the category — instead, a subtle creaminess emerges as the spirit breathes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e On entry, the palate is remarkably smooth with a silky, light-to-medium body. Mid-palate, crisp high notes reminiscent of grapefruit peel appear alongside touches of fennel and fresh lettuce greens. After a few seconds, a rich portfolio of minerals breaks through, giving the vodka real textural depth and a brisk, summery quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is dry and clean, with a lingering touch of cane sugar sweetness and a refreshing, mouth-cleansing character. Light lemony notes emerge toward the tail, keeping the close lively rather than flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Leaf Alaskan Glacial Water Vodka\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeat and lightly chilled is the best way to appreciate the glacial water's mineral contribution and the silky wheat texture. A single ice cube opens the spirit without dulling its crisp edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVodka Martini:\u003c\/strong\u003e The clean, mineral-driven profile makes it an excellent base for a dry Martini, where water quality directly shapes the drink's clarity and mouthfeel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoscow Mule:\u003c\/strong\u003e The grapefruit peel brightness and fennel undertones complement ginger beer's spice without fighting it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreyhound:\u003c\/strong\u003e The natural citrus and lettuce-green notes amplify fresh grapefruit juice, creating a cocktail that tastes cohesive rather than layered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrganic spirits enthusiasts exploring the vodka category\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting to someone who values terroir-driven spirits and clean production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHosting a craft cocktail evening where water source and grain quality matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide-by-side tastings comparing water-source-driven vodkas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Leaf Alaskan Glacial Water Vodka taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It drinks clean and silky with a light-to-medium body, showing faint dried fruit, grapefruit peel, and a mineral backbone from the glacial water. The finish is dry with a subtle cane sugar sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Leaf Alaskan Glacial Water Vodka compare to Crop Organic Vodka?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are certified organic grain vodkas, but Leaf differentiates itself through its unfiltered Alaskan glacial water source, which adds a noticeable mineral dimension. Crop Organic tends to present a slightly rounder, softer profile, while Leaf leans crisper and more angular.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Leaf Alaskan Glacial Water Vodka good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — its five-times-distilled, triple-decanted production yields a smooth, low-burn spirit that rewards chilled neat drinking. The mineral character and subtle sweetness keep it interesting without any mixer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Leaf Alaskan Glacial Water Vodka made?\u003c\/strong\u003e The vodka is distilled from organic wheat in Temperance, Michigan, then blended with glacial water sourced from Blue Lake in Alaska, where four glaciers feed naturally pure water into the lake.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Leaf Alaskan Glacial Water Vodka?\u003c\/strong\u003e Smoked salmon and crème fraîche canapés complement the mineral notes. Fresh oysters echo the vodka's clean, briny crispness. Pickled vegetables and charcuterie match its dry finish. Mild soft cheeses like burrata highlight the creamy wheat undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Leaf Alaskan Glacial Water Vodka come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e This expression is available in a 700ml bottle, which is the standard size for this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Leaf Alaskan Glacial Water Vodka worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions in the premium tier for organic vodkas, and the combination of certified organic wheat, five-times distillation, and unfiltered Alaskan glacial water justifies that placement. Multiple competition medals — including Gold at the 2017 Los Angeles International Spirits Competition — validate its quality relative to the price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Leaf Alaskan Glacial Water Vodka?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe single most important differentiator here is the water. While most vodkas rely on municipal or filtered spring water, Leaf sources from Alaska's Blue Lake, where four glaciers deliver water pure enough to skip filtration entirely. That decision shapes everything about the finished spirit — the mineral presence, the silky texture, the crisp finish. 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The spirit is distilled five times and then triple decanted prior to final filtration — a labor-intensive clarification step designed to strip away impurities while preserving the wheat's delicate character and the water's clean mineral signature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose is notably restrained and appropriately neutral for a premium vodka, opening with faint dried fruit and a whisper of cream. A barely discernible almond sweetness emerges underneath, lending subtle complexity without asserting itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is fresh, smooth, and crisp, with a silky, bright mouthfeel that lands in the light-to-medium body range. Mid-palate, high-toned citrus notes reminiscent of grapefruit peel appear alongside traces of fennel and fresh green lettuce. 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A \u003cstrong\u003eGreyhound\u003c\/strong\u003e plays off the existing grapefruit-peel character, amplifying citrus without clashing. 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The finish is dry with a subtle touch of cane sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Leaf Vodka compare to Prairie Organic Vodka?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are certified organic American vodkas, but Leaf uses a 100% organic wheat base and Alaskan glacial water, while Prairie Organic is distilled from organic corn grown in Minnesota. Leaf tends toward a lighter, more mineral-driven profile, whereas corn-based vodkas generally deliver a slightly rounder, sweeter character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Leaf Vodka good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — its five-times-distilled, triple-decanted process produces a notably smooth spirit that drinks well chilled or at room temperature, especially for those who appreciate a neutral but texturally interesting vodka.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Leaf Vodka made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaf Vodka is distilled by Temperance Distilling Company in Temperance, Michigan. 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Lightly seasoned sashimi pairs naturally with the spirit's restrained, neutral character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Leaf Vodka come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaf Alaskan Glacial Water Organic Vodka is commonly available in 750ml and 1.75L formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Leaf Vodka worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaf positions itself in the mid-premium tier for organic vodkas, and the combination of certified organic wheat, a distinctive glacial water source, and an IWSC Gold medal provides solid value — particularly in the 1.75L format, which offers a lower per-pour cost than the standard bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Leaf Vodka?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat separates Leaf from the crowded organic vodka field is its water. Sourced from Alaska's Blue Lake — a reservoir fed by four separate glaciers — the water arrives with a natural purity and mineral composition that most distillers can only approximate through filtration technology. Combine that provenance with a five-times-distilled, triple-decanted production process using certified organic wheat, and the result is a vodka that earned IWSC Gold recognition. 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