As anyone who’s attempted a gluten-free lifestyle knows, gluten can be lurking in some fairly unsuspecting places. Beyond the more obvious betrayals of cereal and baked goods, commonly used liquors like vodka are frequent offenders. While vodka can be made from a range of raw materials (potatoes, corn, and fruit, just to name a few), it’s often made from wheat, making it a less-than-ideal choice for those with an aversion to gluten. Luckily, there are a handful of quality alternatives. Read on for nine of the best gluten-free vodkas to transform your next cosmo or Moscow mule.
This beautifully bottled small-batch vodka is crafted entirely from Maine potatoes and has won a slew of awards as one of the best vodkas in the world, gluten-free or otherwise. The flavor is crisp and nuanced, making it an ideal vodka for martinis.
Known for its outstanding purity, Crystal Head is distilled from a combination of peaches and cream corn, lending a touch of sweetness. During the filtration process, semi-precious stones called Herkimer diamonds are used to further purify the vodka. Bottled in the shape of an eponymous crystal head, this is also bound to be one of the coolest additions to your home bar.
Hailed as “the South’s best-tasting vodka,” Dixie is made from 100% non-GMO corn. While its six-times distilled flagship vodka makes a smoothly balanced, versatile addition to any liquor cabinet, this is also one of the best gluten-free vodkas across a range of flavors, including mint, citrus, and black pepper (a must-have for your next Bloody Mary).