Leaf Alaskan Glacial Water Organic Vodka 1.75L

Leaf Alaskan Glacial Water Organic Vodka 1.75L is a five-times-distilled, 40% ABV organic wheat vodka made with water sourced from Alaska's glacial Blue Lake. It earned a Gold medal at the 2014 International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWSC) in the Rest of World category, underscoring its quality among global vodka peers.

Quick Facts: ABV: 40% (80 proof)  |  Origin: Temperance, Michigan, USA  |  Organic Wheat Vodka  |  Distillery: Temperance Distilling Company

Production & Heritage

Leaf Vodka is produced by Temperance Distilling Company in Temperance, Michigan, using a 100% organic wheat base. Four glaciers slowly feed into Alaska's remote Blue Lake, delivering water so naturally pure it requires no additional filtration before entering the distilling process. 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.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: 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.

Taste: 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. A rich mineral undercurrent from the glacial water runs throughout, giving the vodka a distinctive sense of place.

Finish: The finish is dry and clean with a touch of cane sugar sweetness that fades gradually. There is a brisk but balanced alcohol presence that resolves into a gentle, creamy linger.

How to Drink Leaf Vodka

The silky texture and mineral clarity make this vodka an excellent candidate for sipping chilled or over a single large ice cube, where its subtle nuances come through most clearly. For cocktails, it brings clean structure without overpowering other ingredients. A Vodka Martini highlights the glacial water's mineral backbone against dry vermouth. A Greyhound plays off the existing grapefruit-peel character, amplifying citrus without clashing. A Moscow Mule pairs the vodka's creamy body with ginger beer's spice, creating a balanced and refreshing serve.

Best For

• Organic spirits enthusiasts seeking a certified organic vodka with a distinctive water source
• Hosting a cocktail evening where a versatile, clean-profiled vodka anchors the bar
• Gifting someone who values provenance and unusual production stories
• Stocking a home bar at value scale — the 1.75L format suits regular entertaining

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Leaf Vodka taste like? Leaf Alaskan Glacial Water Organic Vodka tastes fresh, smooth, and crisp with a silky mouthfeel, faint dried-fruit sweetness, grapefruit-peel brightness, and a clean mineral character derived from its glacial water source. The finish is dry with a subtle touch of cane sugar.

How does Leaf Vodka compare to Prairie Organic Vodka? 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.

Is Leaf Vodka good for sipping neat? 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.

Where is Leaf Vodka made? Leaf Vodka is distilled by Temperance Distilling Company in Temperance, Michigan. Its defining ingredient — glacial water — is sourced from Blue Lake in Alaska, fed by four glaciers descending from the surrounding mountains.

What foods pair well with Leaf Vodka? Smoked salmon or gravlax benefit from the vodka's mineral backbone. Fresh oysters complement its briny, clean finish. Mild goat cheese echoes the creamy mouthfeel. Cucumber-based salads mirror its crisp green notes. Lightly seasoned sashimi pairs naturally with the spirit's restrained, neutral character.

What sizes does Leaf Vodka come in? Leaf Alaskan Glacial Water Organic Vodka is commonly available in 750ml and 1.75L formats.

Is Leaf Vodka worth the price? 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.

Why Leaf Vodka?

What 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. For drinkers who want an organic spirit with genuine terroir rather than just a label claim, Leaf delivers a traceable, distinctive product in a category often defined by sameness.