Jewel of Russia Classic Vodka
Jewel of Russia Classic Vodka is a traditional Russian vodka — "the Drink of the Czars" — made from a blend of hard Russian winter wheat and rye with water drawn from deep artesian wells. It's distilled five times and given a five-step slow-flow filtration through paper, sand, and charcoal made from peach and apricot stones, a classic Russian technique. Awarded Russia's "luxe" designation, the highest vodka grade. Bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof), 750mL, in a traditional Russian decanter. Order online from Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 40% (80 proof)
- Size: 750mL (also sold in 1L)
- Base: Hard Russian winter wheat and rye (certified non-GMO grain); deep artesian well water
- Process: Distilled 5 times; five-step slow-flow filtration (paper, sand, peach/apricot-stone charcoal)
- Origin: Russia — "luxe" (type 3) designation, Russia's highest vodka grade
- Awards: Best "Overall" Russian Vodka 2022, Liquor.com; highest award, Wine Enthusiast
The Drink of the Czars
Jewel of Russia positions itself on centuries-old Russian vodka tradition: the trademarked "Drink of the Czars" slogan, the traditional shtoff-style decanter, and the luxe-grade designation from the Russian government — the top tier of vodka quality. Liquor.com named it the Best Overall Russian Vodka of 2022. See more vodka and the Jewel of Russia collection.
Tasting Notes
Classic Russian profile: clean and full-bodied, with a soft grain sweetness from the wheat-rye blend, a faint mineral note from the artesian water, and a smooth, warming finish.
How to Enjoy
Serve ice-cold and neat, Russian style — straight from the freezer. It also makes a superb Vodka Martini and holds up in a Bloody Mary.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "luxe" mean on Russian vodka?
"Luxe" (type 3) is the highest official grade of Russian vodka — a government designation for the purest spirit quality.
What is Jewel of Russia vodka made from?
A blend of hard Russian winter wheat and rye with water from deep artesian wells, distilled five times and filtered five times.
Why filter vodka through fruit-stone charcoal?
Charcoal made from peach and apricot stones is a traditional Russian filtration medium, prized for polishing the spirit while preserving its character.
Taste Russia's finest tradition — order Jewel of Russia Classic Vodka online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.