Absolut Vodka Brand Overview
Absolut Vodka is a premium Swedish vodka famous for its purity, smooth taste, and iconic bottle design inspired by old medicine bottles from Stockholm.

History & Founding
Founded in 1879 by Lars Olsson Smith, known as “The King of Spirits,” Absolut revolutionized vodka production with a continuous distillation process that creates a pure spirit. Smith challenged Stockholm’s monopoly by selling vodka at lower prices and offering free boat rides to his distillery.

Founder & Current Leadership
Lars Olsson Smith, born in 1836, was an entrepreneurial spirit who pioneered purer vodka in Sweden. Today, Absolut is owned by Pernod Ricard, a French multinational company.

Availability: Countries & Branches
Absolut is sold worldwide, especially in the US and Europe, with production based in Åhus, Sweden.

Types of Vodka Produced
Absolut offers classic, flavored, and limited-edition vodkas, maintaining its reputation for quality and innovation.

Market Presence & Notable Facts
Known as one of the top vodka brands globally, Absolut’s marketing and design helped it become an icon in the spirits industry.