Crystal Head Vodka
Product details
| Management number | 253706317 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$22.00 | Model Number | 253706317 | ||
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Crystal Head Vodka is a premium, additive-free vodka known as much for its striking skull-shaped bottle as for its clean, smooth flavour. Made in Canada using corn, four distillations, and extensive filtration (including through “Herkimer diamond” quartz crystals), it delivers a soft sweetness, slight vanilla & grain notes, and a silky clean finish. It’s ideal for sipping or showing off in upscale cocktails — especially for those who value purity and presentation.
Key Specs & Origins
| Spec | Detail |
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| Brand / Producer | Globefill Inc., Newfoundland & Labrador, Canada. |
| Founders | Dan Aykroyd (actor) & artist John Alexander |
| Launched | 2008 |
| Base Ingredient | “Peaches & Cream” corn (sweet corn) from Ontario, for the Original expression. |
| Varieties / Expressions | Original (corn), Aurora (English wheat), Onyx (blue weber agave), plus limited & artist series bottles. |
| Distillation / Filtration | Distilled four times. Filtered seven times; final three filtrations through Herkimer diamonds (semi-precious quartz crystals). |
| Additives / Purity | No additives. Additive-free vodka, non GMO, gluten-free, kosher. ] |
| ABV / Proof | 40% ABV (80 proof) |
| Water Source | Water from Newfoundland, Canada. |
Tasting Profile
| Sense | Notes |
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| Appearance | Totally clear / crystal clear. (No colour.) |
| Aroma / Nose | Light, clean and subtle. Grain / corn sweetness, maybe a touch of vanilla, perhaps a light citrus whisper. Not bold or flashy. |
| Palate / Taste | Smooth and silky texture. Sweetness up front (corn, maybe creamy vanilla), followed by neutral grain profile. Some reviews note a “peppery” or spicy hint deeper down. |
| Finish | Clean finish. Generally soft and warming rather than sharp or harsh. Some mineral or crystal-like (because of the quartz-filtration) dryness or crispness. |
What Makes It Special
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The bottle design: It’s skull-shaped, designed by John Alexander, with a clear nod to crystal skull mythology. Very visually iconic.
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The filtration through Herkimer diamonds (quartz crystals), which is a rare gimmick / process point touted by the brand, meant to contribute purity and a certain mystique.
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Additive-free / no flavouring / no sugar / no artificial agents. Many vodkas have small additives; Crystal Head’s “pure spirit” positioning is central.
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Multiple expressions (corn, wheat, agave) allowing some choice in texture or flavour leanings while retaining brand identity.
Strengths
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Very clean, smooth sipping vodka that works well neat or in simpler cocktails where you don’t want flavour masking.
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The packaging / bottle makes it great for display or as a gift. It has strong branding appeal.
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Purity, additive-free credentials, and filtration processes give it credibility among vodka connoisseurs..
Suggested Usage & Pairings
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Neat or on a large ice cube to appreciate purity.
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Excellent in classic vodka cocktails: Vodka Martini; Vodka Soda; classic Gimlet style; or vodka with fresh citrus garnish.
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Because it doesn't dominate, you can use it in delicate cocktails with subtle flavourings (elderflower, cucumber, light fruit).
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Pair with clean, simple foods: oysters, sashimi, light fish; mild cheeses; fresh fruit.
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