The Best Flavored Vodkas To Try In 2023

Vodka is one of the most popular spirits at bars, and there are endless different kinds of flavored vodka. Flavored vodkas, as a category, is massive. Like plain vodka, flavored vodkas can be distilled from a variety of grains and fruits like grapes, and that's only the beginning of the expansiveness. The flavors range from familiar to exotic, with bottles at nearly every price point. 

All flavored vodkas are not created equal. The idea of flavored vodka might bring up bad memories for some drinkers who had too many shots of cheap syrupy spirits in their early days of drinking. With an interest in craft ingredients and distilling methods, flavored vodka can be just as sophisticated as the top-shelf bottles of standard vodka that are usually enjoyed on the rocks. 

To narrow down your options, we decided to figure out the best flavored vodkas to try in 2023. No matter what your favorite flavor is, there's likely something on this list that's worth trying in a shot or a cocktail at least once.  

The easiest way to break down the best flavored vodkas on the market is to categorize them by flavor profile. We have found the top-rated bottles that range from fruity to sweet to spicy and beyond. Whether you like a zesty citrus vodka or a classic cherry flavor, we've got it all. Some bottles are best for cocktails like a Bloody Mary or an espresso martini while others are best served straight-up. Plus, we opted to pick bottles of flavored vodka that range from cheap to top-shelf so that there's something for everyone. 

To determine which bottles stand above the rest, we rely on reviews from tried-and-true customers from websites like Influenster and Drizly to gather information. We also consider the general availability of these bottles, as well as press coverage and general buzz about some of the more popular brands. The quoted prices may vary based on time and location.

It's hard to pick one flavored vodka that reigns supreme above the rest because it really depends on particular flavor preference. It doesn't seem fair to put a creamy vanilla vodka and a spicy jalapeno vodka in the same competition. We decided to pick the best overall flavored vodka by picking the one bottle that we think would be the biggest crowd-pleaser. Above the rest, Cîroc Passion is that top bottle. 

Cîroc, the French vodka brand that's been around since the early 2000s, might be best known as being the popular nightclub bottle backed by P. Diddy. The brand has a line of delicious flavors, but the tropical-infused Passion blend is an absolute knockout. The brand infuses notes of pineapple, mango, citrus, and hibiscus into this vodka, distilled from fine French grapes. It's one of the bottles that really does taste as good on its own as it does in mixed drinks, like the brand's recommended Everyday Passion cocktail that includes Campari, club soda, and orange juice. "I used to be in love with Ciroc Watermelon.... BUT here comes Cîroc Passion – Game Over! I love the fruitiness and how amazingly smooth it tastes," one Total Wine customer wrote in a review of the bottle. 

Total Wine sells a 750-milliliter bottle of Cîroc Passion for $32 as of January 2023. 

Flavored vodkas don't always have to cost top dollar to be tasty. While there's a big difference between well and top shelf when it comes to drinking plain vodka on the rocks, flavored vodkas are more fun and easy-drinking. One of the best budget-friendly bottles of flavored vodka is Smirnoff Lime.

Smirnoff infuses is triple-distilled corn vodka with natural lime flavors for a zesty twist on a classic pairing. Smirnoff has just as many flavors as a top-shelf brand like Cîroc. You can't go wrong with a staple like lime to spice up even the plainest Cosmopolitan or vodka and soda. "It has a delicious lime flavor that mixes well with lemonade. It makes for dangerously delicious cocktails because you can't taste the alcohol," one Drizly customer wrote in a review of the Smirnoff Lime bottle. 

Drizly sells a 750-milliliter bottle of Smirnoff Lime for $15 as of January 2023. 

For those who do prefer to spend a little more for higher-quality booze, Grey Goose is the foolproof brand. It's a French top-shelf vodka brand with a reputation for being smooth and an even more underrated reputation for fabulous flavored vodkas. One of the best is the crisp La Poire bottle, which is infused with Anjou pears, which are a common ingredient in French baking. 

Grey Goose adds the light and refreshing pear flavor to its base vodka derived from single-origin winter wheat. It's flavorful enough to sip on its own, but it's a must-try in cocktails like a classic pear martini. "This is put simply is gorgeous the best flavored vodka I have ever tried smooth and lush a really natural pear flavor – utterly delicious," one Influenster review of the Grey Goose flavored vodka reads. 

Drizly sells a 750-milliliter bottle of Grey Goose La Poire for $30 as of January 2023. 

Tropical cocktails are often associated with spirits like rum and tequila, but there are plenty of options for vodka drinkers that are perfect for drinking on the beach. Nearly every mainstream brand has at least one tropical-inspired flavored vodka, but one of the best comes from the paradise of Hawaii. Island Distillers' Hapa Coconut vodka is the beach in a bottle. It's distilled on the island from sugarcane and infused with fresh coconut flavor. 

Hapa Coconut Vodka is one of Island Distillers customers' favorite flavors, according to the company's Instagram page.  "Left with a bottle of the coconut vodka to take back to Tennessee with me. It almost didn't make it as we enjoyed a good bit of the bottle before heading back home," one Tripadvisor review of Island Distillers reads. "Some of the smoothest vodka I've had!"

Island Distillers sells a 750-milliliter bottle of its Hapa Hawaiian Coconut Vodka for $35 as of January 2023. 

Citrus is arguably one of the most popular categories of flavored vodka of them all. If you're looking for something with a zesty kick paired with delicate floral flavor, Smuggler's Notch Distillery's Moroccan Rose & Grapefruit vodka is a bottle to try. The Vermont distillery uses both corn and winter wheat in its traditional vodka that it infuses with light flavors. 

As pointed out in a review from Wine Enthusiast, which gave Smuggler's Notch's flavored vodka a 93 out of 100 points, it's far from an overwhelming amount of flavor. It's just the right amount of grapefruit and orange to keep you excited without getting old too quickly, with complementary notes of ginger and rose. The brand also recently debuted a ready-to-drink canned vodka soda with this flavor, so that you can try the drink without having to break out a cocktail shaker (via Instagram). "The best! We've been making Sea-breezes with this and it's just the best," one fan of the vodka wrote on Smuggler's Notch Distillery's Instagram. 

Drizly sells a 750-milliliter bottle of Smuggler's Notch Distillery Moroccan Rose and Grapefruit vodka for $32 as of January 2023. 

Berries are another popular category of fruit to add to flavored vodkas. One unique take on the profile is 44° North's Huckleberry vodka. The Idaho distillery uses Idaho potatoes and Rocky Mountain spring water to create its flagship vodka, which they it infuses with all-natural huckleberries. It's not just a process with flavorful results, but it also pays homage to Idaho's rich potato farming business and the official state fruit, which is native to the Pacific Northwest region of the U.S. 

44° North's Huckleberry vodka honors the fruit's signature flavor, which is similar to a blueberry but more tart and potent. "This is an amazing flavored vodka. Not weird or artificial tasting. Drink it straight when chilled; or my favorite mixed with lemonade. Smooth and delicious," one Total Wine customer wrote in a review of the vodka. 

Total Wine sells a 750-milliliter bottle of 44° North Huckleberry vodka for $27 as of January 2023. 

"Stone fruit" is an easy way to classify flavors like peach, cherry, apricots, and plums that have big pits in the middle. Even before peach became more common to include in cocktails and ready-to-drink options, Absolut debuts its peach flavored vodka back in 2005. It's a true peach flavor that is one of the sweeter options on the list, but that's because it stays true to the experience of eating a ripe peach. 

Absolut Peach is one of those flavored vodkas that can make you easily forget you're drinking alcohol, especially if included in a tasty mixed drink. "I am a peach fanatic, so when I saw this flavor I was thrilled. When I used it for my cocktail of choice, lemonade and vodka, the peach flavor was so amazing you would swear fresh peach juice was used," one fan of the flavor wrote in a review on Absolut's website. 

Drizly sells a 750-milliliter bottle of Absolut Peach for $22 as of January 2022. 

Vodka and cranberry is a classic pairing, so you can't go wrong mixing up your typical vodka-based cocktail with something sweet and tart like Finlandia Cranberry vodka. The vodka stands out not just because it's distilled from barley, but because it also isn't one-note with just cranberry flavor. The brand was the first Scandinavian vodka to be sold in the U.S. since the 1970s, so it has a legacy to back up its deep flavor profile. 

Finlandia Cranberry stands out because of the accompanying notes of black pepper, ginger, and vanilla. With the tart cranberry, the vodka closely resembles a festive treat with a boozy kick. "Amazing; once again I have to admit this is the best vodka ever," one Amazon customer wrote in a review of Finlandia Cranberry vodka. 

A 750-milliliter bottle of Finlandia Cranberry flavored vodka sells for $25 on Drizly as of January 2023. 

Sometimes you're craving a drink that doubles as dessert. Whether it's a sugary martini or a creamy White Russian, one versatile flavored vodka that pairs well with all things sweet is Hard Truth Distilling's Cinnamon Vodka. The wheat-based vodka, which is distilled in Nashville, Indiana, has the sweetness of honey to match the peppery baking spices.

Hard Truth's flavored vodka also has noticeable notes of citrus to balance out the flavors, resulting in a full-bodied spirit that is smooth instead of feeling like a shot of straight cinnamon. "Great for mixed drinks or just shots. And is great to just sip right out of fridge," one Total Wine customer wrote in a review of the flavor. Other reviews also recommend using this vodka to spike hot drinks like homemade hot chocolate or apple cider. 

Total Wine sells a 750-milliliter bottle of Hard Truth Distilling Cinnamon vodka for $21.50 as of January 2023. 

There's definitely a market for flavored vodkas that take inspiration from herbs, flowers, or other natural earthy flavors. One of the most unique, which also is a newer release on the list, is Thinking Tree Spirits Butterfly Lavender vodka. The Oregon distillery not only got crafty with the flavor infusion, but the spirit itself is a deep purple color thanks to butterfly pea flower extract. Also, when you add it to certain mixers like citrus juice, the drink changes colors and becomes bright pink. It's a drink and a magic trick all in one. 

The lavender flavor comes from Thinking Tree's house-made lavender extract. The wheat-based vodka has an inherent herbal quality, but it also has a creamy mouthfeel accompanied by notes of vanilla. "Well this is great... it is such a beautiful addition to the product line. Tasty for sure," one fan wrote on Thinking Tree's Instagram. 

Thinking Tree Spirits sells a 750-milliliter bottle of its Butterfly Lavender vodka for $30 as of January 2023. 

Savory drinks are all the rage, albeit often an acquired taste. One refreshing way to incorporate some savory flavors into a cocktail is a shot of Prairie Organic Cucumber flavored vodka. The vodka is corn-based as a nod to the Midwestern roots of the Minnesota distillery. It's as crisp of a flavor as you'd expect of a fresh cucumber without being too overwhelming of a spirit, making it blend seamlessly into a variety of mixed concoctions. 

Prairie Organic's clean and natural ingredients won't leave you with a headache the morning after drinking, which is an added bonus to this tasty bottle. "Pleasantly surprised by this cucumber infused vodka. It tasted great over ice with club soda for a light and refreshing cocktail," one Total Wine customer wrote in a review of the flavor. 

Total Wine sells a 750-milliliter bottle of Prairie Organic Cucumber flavored vodka for $21 as of January 2023. 

If savory drinks are an acquired taste, it takes a true daredevil to appreciate a cocktail with a spicy kick. Hanson of Sonoma's habanero vodka is one of those spirits for those who aren't afraid of adding a little heat to their Bloody Mary or Moscow Mule. The California distillery uses Sonoma grapes to make wine that's eventually distilled into organic vodka. Then, they dice up a mix of seven different peppers and let them take a vodka bath so that the spirit can absorb all of that natural spice. 

Hanson of Sonoma Habanero vodka isn't overwhelmingly spicy, but it's definitely not for the faint of heart. "My go to drink for summer! Spicy, delicious and refreshing," one Influenster review of the vodka reads. "It is organic and made in small batches so totally worth it! If you are looking for vodka with an extra kick, this is the one." 

Drizly sells a 750-milliliter bottle of Hanson of Sonoma Habanero flavored vodka for $28 as of January 2023. 

Sometimes in refreshing drinks and dishes, a good amount of salt can totally transform the flavor. This is why we salt rims of our margaritas, or why Saltworks Property developed a line of salt-infused vodka. The Saltworks Property Himalayan Pink Salt vodka is distilled seven times before being infused with the earthy mineral salt for a savory flavor (via Sazerac). The brand also has a smoked salt bottle, but the pink Himalayan bottle is a little better for an introduction to the world of salty cocktails. 

Saltworks Property recommends swapping in the salty vodka in classic drinks like a dirty martini or a Bloody Mary and beyond (via Instagram). "Saltworks Vodka is a salted vodka, perfect straight over ice, in a cocktail or with......you guessed it, oysters," one Facebook review of the bottle reads. 

Drizly sells a 750-milliliter bottle of Saltworks Property Himalayan Pink Salt vodka for $20 as of January 2023.

Basil is a popular herb to add to cocktails, especially a Bloody Mary that is already full of vegetal flavors. Square One Organic Spirits took the added step of infusing its rye-based vodka with the flavors of freshly picked basil. The distillery takes it to the next level by infusing its spirit with four different kinds of basil — Genovese, Thai, lemon, and sweet — to showcase the spectrum of flavors in the ingredient. 

Square One also adds notes of coriander, honeysuckle, and lemongrass to complement the basil flavor and add an even more distinct quality to the bottle. "This vodka has a great herbal flavor that is perfect for bloody mary's or just for sipping as it is very smooth," one Total Wine customer wrote in a review. 

Total Wine sells a 750-milliliter bottle of Square One Organic Basil vodka for $33 as of January 2023. 

Espresso martinis are the drink of the moment, as they taste delicious and will give you a boost to make it through a long night out. For even more coffee flavor without overdoing it with a caffeine buzz, Breckenridge Distillery created an espresso flavor of its signature corn-based vodka. The distillers steep the spirit with decaf espresso so it's still got all the flavor of a fresh cup of Joe. 

The bottle also proudly boasts flavors of maple syrup, vanilla, and chocolate for a truly indulgent taste. Honestly, in a pinch, the vodka and a little Bailey's could be enough for a simple creamy coffee cocktail. "My favorite...and the espresso vodka is decaf! Yum," one fan of the bottle wrote on Breckenridge Distillery's Facebook page. 

Drizly sells a 750-milliliter bottle of Breckenridge Distillery Espresso flavored vodka for $22 as of January 2023. 

A Moscow Mule is one of the crispest cocktails on bar menus thanks to the combination of fresh lime and spicy ginger beer. A flavored vodka that plays beautifully with the flavors of the trendy cocktail is Ketel One Botanical's Cucumber & Mint vodka. The brand starts with winter wheat vodka and infuses it with fresh flavors of cucumber and mint, like a spa. 

Ketel One Botanical's Cucumber & Mint mixed with ginger beer can elevate a simple Moscow Mule. "This vodka is my all time favorite alcohol on the shelves right now. The cucumber and mint makes any drink extremely refreshing! And it doesn't break the bank either. Try this in a Moscow mule. It's a must," one Influenster user wrote in a review of the bottle. 

Total Wine sells a 750-milliliter bottle of Ketel One Botanical Cucumber and Mint for $22 as of January 2023. 

One bottle of flavored vodka that is versatile for a wide variety of flavor palates is Belvedere Organic Infusions Lemon and Basil vodka. The Polish brand starts with Polska rye and infuses the spirit with organic lemon, fresh green basil, and a bit of elderflower. Belvedere has a reputation for being a top-shelf vodka with undeniable smoothness, and the subtle flavor only enhances that experience. 

Out of the three flavors of Belvedere Organic Infusions, Drink Hacker ranked the lemon and basil variety the highest in its reviews. "It's no secret that I love this! I always have a bottle or 2 at home for those occasions or just because," one customer wrote in a review on Wine N Liquor. 

Total Wine sells a 750-milliliter bottle of Belvedere Organic Infusions Lemon and Basil vodka for $28 as of January 2023. 

Those seeking adventure are usually rewarded with one-of-a-kind results, and that's exactly what happens to those vodka drinkers who wait for Re:Find Distillery to release its kumquat-flavored vodka every year. The brand makes its vodka from California wine grapes and, when in season, infuses it with California-grown kumquats with a whole lot of fruity flavor. 

The seasonal vodka is expected to make a return in 2023, and it's one of those bottles you have to try to understand the flavor entirely. For those who haven't had a kumquat, it's a citrus fruit with a very sweet and edible peel. "Such a pure and natural flavor! You can't get anything else close to this," one fan of the kumquat-flavored vodka wrote in a comment on Re:Find Distillery's Instagram page. 

Re:Find Distillery sells a 750-milliliter bottle of its Kumquat flavored vodka for $48 as of January 2023.