Still Spirits Original Vodka

Still Spirits Original Vodka is a 50ml Still Spirits Original flavouring that turns 40% ABV neutral spirit or vodka into a finished spirit. One bottle makes about 5 litres of finished spirit. Still Spirits describes it as "A traditional vodka flavouring. A great value flavouring suitable for mixing with larger volumes of neutral spirit or vodka."

What it tastes like

The budget vodka essence. It does the same job as the Top Shelf Vodka, taking the flat edge off neutral spirit, but at a lower dose so one bottle stretches to about 5 litres. It is plain by design, which makes it a good starting point if you plan to add other flavours on top.

How to make it

Add 7.5ml of flavouring for every 750ml of 40% ABV neutral spirit or vodka, or 11.25ml per 1.125 litre bottle, and shake well. One 50ml bottle flavours about 5 litres, which is why this range suits anyone running a Turbo 500 and bottling in volume.

The spirit can be bought vodka or your own neutral spirit. Most of our customers run theirs off an Air Still Pro or a Turbo 500 and carbon filter it first; our guide to making a clean neutral spirit covers the wash and the run. A clean base matters more than the flavouring: an essence cannot hide a rough spirit.

When to choose this one

Choose the Original when you are flavouring a whole Turbo 500 run and want the cheapest bottle that works. Choose the Top Shelf Vodka for a smoother finish on a bottle you will drink neat. The rest of the range is on the Top Shelf essences collection.

Specifications

• Range: Still Spirits Original
• Bottle size: 50ml
• Makes: about 5 litres of finished spirit
• Base spirit: 40% ABV neutral spirit or vodka
• Base pack needed: none
• Allergens listed by Still Spirits: celery

Check your local laws regarding home distilling before purchase.

Reviewed by the AHB Brewing Team, September 2026.