Purity Vodka 34 1.75L

Purity Vodka 34 1.75L is a 34-times-distilled Swedish vodka made from organic wheat and malted barley, bottled at 40% ABV. Named "The Best Vodka" at the 2017 Ultimate Spirits Challenge with 97 points, this expression has accumulated over 150 international gold medals. The 1.75-liter format delivers serious value for a spirit that undergoes one of the most intensive distillation processes in the vodka category.

Quick Facts: ABV: 40%  |  Origin: Malmö, Sweden  |  Style: Ultra-Distilled Organic Vodka  |  Distillery: Purity Distillery at Ellinge Castle

Production & Heritage

Purity Vodka is produced at the historic Ellinge Castle estate near Malmö in southern Sweden. The distillery runs a distinctive 600-liter copper pot still attached to two column stills, each fitted with eight plates, maximizing copper contact across all 34 distillation passes. This extreme process causes roughly 90 percent of the distillate to evaporate, leaving only the purest 10 percent — the heart cut — for bottling. Because the spirit achieves such high purity through distillation alone, no charcoal or carbon filtration is applied, allowing the natural character of the organic winter wheat and malted barley to remain intact.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with bright green grass and chamomile, followed by gentle white pepper and a clean grain sweetness. There is a quiet floral quality underneath, with faint morning citrus lifting the aromatics.

Taste: The entry is clean and velvety, immediately signaling the spirit's refined texture. At mid-palate, layers of soft bread, vanilla, and mild anise unfold alongside subtle oatmeal warmth. A light almond sweetness balances a measured lemon-pepper astringency through the peak.

Finish: Medium-long and gently warming, with lingering white chocolate and a crisp, dry close. The finish stays balanced and never turns hot, reflecting the precision of the 34-pass distillation.

How to Drink Purity 34

Purity 34 rewards neat or chilled sipping, where its textural softness and grain complexity are most apparent. Served over a single large ice cube, the subtle vanilla and citrus notes expand gradually. It also excels in cocktails: a Vodka Martini showcases the spirit's clean body and silky mouthfeel; a Moscow Mule benefits from the underlying white pepper spice complementing ginger beer; and a White Russian pairs naturally with the spirit's inherent white chocolate and almond notes.

Best For

• Stocking a home bar with a versatile, high-quality vodka in a large format
• Hosting cocktail parties where volume and consistent quality matter
• Gifting a spirits enthusiast who values organic production and purity
• Side-by-side tastings comparing ultra-distilled vodka against filtered competitors

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Purity 34 taste like? Purity 34 delivers a velvety, clean palate with flavors of soft bread, vanilla, subtle anise, and a gentle almond sweetness balanced by lemon-pepper brightness. The finish is medium-long with lingering white chocolate and no harsh burn.

How does Purity 34 compare to Grey Goose? Both sit in a similar price tier and use wheat-based mashbills, but Purity 34 undergoes 34 distillations versus Grey Goose's single distillation, and it skips filtration entirely. The result is a noticeably thicker mouthfeel and more pronounced grain character in Purity 34 compared to Grey Goose's lighter, more citrus-forward profile.

Is Purity 34 good for sipping neat? Yes — the 34-pass distillation produces an exceptionally smooth spirit with enough grain complexity and texture to stand on its own without mixers. Serving it lightly chilled at around 40°F brings out the vanilla and white chocolate nuances.

Where is Purity 34 made? Purity 34 is produced at the Purity Distillery, located on the grounds of the historic Ellinge Castle estate near Malmö in the Skåne region of southern Sweden.

What foods pair well with Purity 34? Smoked salmon and crème fraîche canapés complement the spirit's clean grain sweetness. Oysters on the half shell echo its briny minerality and crisp finish. Dark chocolate truffles mirror the white chocolate notes. Mild soft cheeses like brie work well alongside the almond and vanilla character. Pickled herring, a classic Swedish pairing, cuts through the spirit's creamy texture.

What sizes does Purity 34 come in? Purity Vodka 34 is available in standard 750ml bottles and this larger 1.75L format, which is the equivalent of roughly 2.3 standard bottles.

Is Purity 34 worth the price? Purity 34 positions as a premium vodka, and the 1.75L format brings its per-pour cost closer to mid-range competitors. With 97 points from the Ultimate Spirits Challenge and over 150 gold medals, its critical recognition supports its positioning within the premium tier.

Why Purity 34?

Very few vodkas undergo 34 separate distillations — a process so rigorous that 90 percent of the liquid is discarded before bottling. That commitment to selecting only the purest heart cut eliminates the need for post-distillation filtration, a step that can strip character from lesser spirits. The result earned 97 points and the title of "The Best Vodka" at the 2017 Ultimate Spirits Challenge, along with a 93-point rating from Wine Enthusiast in 2021. For drinkers who want an organic, unflitered vodka with genuine texture and depth, Purity 34 stands as a benchmark for what copper-pot distillation can achieve.