ALB Vodka

ALB Vodka is a craft spirits brand produced by Albany Distilling Company, based in Albany, New York. The brand is led by John Curtin, owner and distiller, and is crafted by a small team of dedicated professionals with more than a decade of grain-to-glass distilling experience. ALB Vodka is made from 100% American corn, resulting in a gluten-free, corn-based neutral spirit that appeals to a wide range of consumers, including those with gluten sensitivities. The vodka is distilled six times and filtered four times through charcoal, yielding a clean, balanced, and polished spirit with a smooth finish. Water sourced locally from a limestone bed reservoir in Upstate New York serves as the foundational ingredient, contributing to the vodka's distinctive character and quality. The production process reflects a no-frills, hardworking ethos — focused on quality and versatility rather than elaborate marketing. ALB Vodka is bottled at 40% ABV and is available in both 750 ml bottles and 50 ml shooter formats, catering to both retail and on-the-go consumers. The brand has received significant industry recognition, winning Spirit of the Year, Spirit of the Year United States of America, and Vodka of the Year at the 2025 USA Spirits Ratings. Judges praised its bright floral tones, creamy and silky palate, and clean complexity with cardamom warmth and a peppery, crisp finish. ALB Vodka is positioned as a versatile spirit that performs equally well as a cocktail mixer or served simply over ice. The brand also offers exclusive merchandise including apparel and accessories, and provides signature cocktail recipes to engage consumers. Targeting both casual vodka drinkers and discerning spirits enthusiasts, ALB Vodka occupies a competitive price point at $20.00 for a 750 ml bottle, making it accessible without sacrificing craft quality. The Albany Distilling Company's commitment to locally sourced ingredients and meticulous distillation and filtration processes underscores its position as a premium, regionally rooted craft spirits producer in the competitive U.S. vodka market.