elit by Stolichnaya, often styled Stoli elit, is widely recognized as the world's first ultra premium vodka, launched in 2003 to push the boundaries of what vodka could be. Produced at the historic Latvijas Balzams distillery in Riga, Latvia, one of Europe's oldest and most respected spirits houses, it is crafted from single source winter wheat with a touch of rye and blended with pure Latvian artesian water. What truly sets elit apart is its proprietary freeze filtration process: after triple distillation, the spirit is chilled to minus 18 degrees Celsius and passed at ultra slow velocity through an ion charged filter, a technique inspired by ancient cold purification traditions that removes the micro impurities responsible for harshness. The result is an exceptionally clean, silky, and refined vodka of remarkable purity. Its quality is documented rather than merely claimed: elit has earned a 97 point Superlative rating from the Beverage Testing Institute an extraordinary number of times and has been named Vodka of the Year, making it one of the highest rated white spirits in the world. Expect a pristine, neutral nose with soft notes of vanilla, citrus peel, and wet stone, an ultra smooth, silky palate with gentle grain sweetness, faint white pepper, and icy minerality, and a long, clean finish with no harsh bite. Engineered to be enjoyed neat, it is best served well chilled in a small glass to appreciate its texture, and it elevates a Vodka Martini or any top shelf cocktail. A benchmark of clarity and refinement in the luxury vodka category.
ABV / Proof
| Distillery |
Latvijas Balzams, Riga, Latvia |
| Producer |
Stoli Group |
| Category |
Ultra Premium Vodka |
| Expression |
elit by Stolichnaya |
| Base |
Winter Wheat and Rye |
| Filtration |
Freeze filtered at minus 18 degrees Celsius; triple distilled |
| Water |
Latvian artesian well water |
| ABV |
40% |
| Proof |
80 |
| Bottle Size |
750ml |
| Country |
Latvia |
Tasting Notes
Color: Crystal clear.
Nose: Pristine and neutral, with soft vanilla, citrus peel, and wet stone.
Palate: Ultra smooth and silky, with gentle grain sweetness, faint white pepper, and icy minerality.
Finish: Long and clean, with no harsh bite.
FAQ
What makes elit an ultra premium vodka? Launched in 2003 as the world's first ultra premium vodka, it is triple distilled and then freeze filtered at minus 18 degrees Celsius for exceptional smoothness and purity, earning repeated 97 point ratings from the Beverage Testing Institute.
What is freeze filtration? The vodka is chilled to minus 18 degrees Celsius and passed slowly through an ion charged filter, removing micro impurities that cause harshness for a cleaner, silkier spirit.
Where is it made? It is produced at the Latvijas Balzams distillery in Riga, Latvia, using winter wheat and rye and Latvian artesian water.
What proof is it? It is bottled at 80 proof, or 40 percent ABV.
How should I drink it? It is designed for neat enjoyment, best served well chilled, and also shines in a Vodka Martini or premium cocktail.
Where can I buy elit by Stolichnaya online? Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
