Crystal Head Vodka 750ML

Crystal Head Vodka 750ML is a quadruple-distilled, Herkimer diamond-filtered Canadian vodka bottled at 40% ABV in its iconic skull-shaped 750ml bottle. This expression earned a Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and consistently ranks in the top 10th percentile of vodkas according to Proof66 aggregated expert scores.

Quick Facts: ABV: 40% (80 Proof)  |  Origin: Newfoundland, Canada  |  Style: Corn-Based, Diamond-Filtered  |  Produced by: Globefill Incorporated

Production & Heritage

Crystal Head Vodka was co-founded in 2007 by actor Dan Aykroyd and artist John Alexander, with production handled by Globefill Incorporated. The base spirit is made from peaches-and-cream corn sourced from the Chatham-Kent region of Ontario, Canada, then quadruple distilled for purity. What truly separates this vodka from its peers is its seven-stage filtration process — the final three passes run through semi-precious Herkimer diamond crystals, a roughly 500-million-year-old form of double-terminated quartz, replacing the standard charcoal or activated-carbon filtration used by most competitors. No glycerol, citrus oils, or sugar are added at any stage.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens clean and neutral, with soft wafts of sweet grain leading into gentle citrus zest. A faint minerality sits underneath, consistent with the crystal filtration process.

Taste: On entry the texture is immediately silky, coating the palate with subtle vanilla sweetness and creamy corn. The mid-palate develops a gentle white pepper spice that adds dimension without heat. At its peak the vodka balances sweetness and mineral dryness in equal measure.

Finish: The finish is crisp, cooling, and pepper-tinged, fading to a dry, polished close. It lingers just long enough to leave a clean impression without any harsh burn.

How to Drink Crystal Head

Crystal Head performs well neat and slightly chilled, where its silky corn character and mineral edge are most apparent. A single large ice cube also works, softening the pepper note and amplifying the vanilla sweetness. For cocktails, consider these three:

• Vodka Martini — the clean, neutral profile and silky mouthfeel let dry vermouth shine without competing grain harshness.
• Moscow Mule — the subtle sweetcorn base complements ginger beer and fresh lime, adding body where thinner vodkas fall flat.
• Espresso Martini — faint vanilla and creamy texture integrate naturally with coffee liqueur, producing a smooth, dessert-like drink.

Best For

• Gifting a spirits collector — the skull bottle is a genuine conversation piece and display item
• Hosting a premium cocktail night where presentation matters as much as taste
• Introducing someone to top-shelf vodka who typically dismisses the category
• Building a home bar anchored by visually distinctive, award-winning bottles

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Crystal Head taste like? Crystal Head delivers a silky, clean vodka experience with gentle vanilla, sweet corn, and a hint of white pepper, finishing dry and crisp with subtle minerality from its Herkimer diamond filtration.

How does Crystal Head compare to Grey Goose? Both occupy the top-shelf vodka tier, but Crystal Head uses a corn base and Herkimer diamond filtration, yielding a slightly sweeter, creamier profile, while Grey Goose is wheat-based and charcoal-filtered, leaning more citrus-forward and bone-dry. Crystal Head also carries no added glycerol or sugar, a point some tasters note in side-by-side comparisons.

Is Crystal Head good for sipping neat? Yes — its quadruple distillation and seven-stage filtration produce an exceptionally smooth spirit with no harsh burn, making it one of the more approachable neat-sipping vodkas in its price range.

Where is Crystal Head made? Crystal Head Vodka is produced in Canada by Globefill Incorporated, with its corn sourced from the Chatham-Kent agricultural region of Ontario and the brand historically associated with Newfoundland and Labrador.

What foods pair well with Crystal Head? Smoked salmon or gravlax — the clean spirit cuts through richness; fresh oysters — minerality complements briny shellfish; dark chocolate — vanilla notes echo cocoa sweetness; aged hard cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano — the dry finish cleanses the palate; blini with crème fraîche and caviar — a classic vodka pairing elevated by the spirit's silky texture.

What sizes does Crystal Head come in? Crystal Head Vodka is available in 750ml (the standard skull bottle), 1.75L, 375ml, and 50ml miniatures, all maintaining the distinctive skull design.

Is Crystal Head worth the price? Crystal Head positions as a premium vodka, priced above mainstream brands but competitive within the ultra-premium segment. The Herkimer diamond filtration process, additive-free production, and award-winning quality — including a Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition — provide tangible justification beyond the collectible bottle.

Why Crystal Head?

The defining differentiator here is the triple Herkimer diamond crystal filtration — a production step virtually no other commercial vodka employs. That process, combined with a clean peaches-and-cream corn base and zero additives, produces a vodka that has earned a Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Gold for Excellent Taste at PRODEXPO Moscow, and Best Luxury Spirit at the ALIA Awards in Australia. Beyond accolades, the skull bottle designed by John Alexander has become one of the most recognizable silhouettes in spirits retail, making it as much a shelf statement as a drinking experience. For anyone seeking a rigorously filtered, additive-free vodka with genuine production substance behind the striking packaging, Crystal Head delivers on both fronts.