Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers on how NEFT Vodka is made, what sets it apart, and questions people ask most when choosing a premium vodka.
Answers on how NEFT Vodka is made, what sets it apart, and questions people ask most when choosing a premium vodka.
About the Vodka
Questions about NEFT Vodka’s ingredients, distillation process, and what defines its character.
NEFT Vodka is crafted for long-lasting quality and does not go bad when stored properly. Thanks to its high alcohol content and durable aluminum-and-tin barrel, unopened NEFT Vodka can maintain its character for years when kept in a cool, dry place. Once opened, the vodka will still retain its smooth, crisp taste for an extended period if the barrel is sealed tightly and stored away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.
NEFT Vodka is crafted for long-lasting quality and does not go bad when stored properly. Thanks to its high alcohol content and durable aluminum-and-tin barrel, unopened NEFT Vodka can maintain its character for years when kept in a cool, dry place. Once opened, the vodka will still retain its smooth, crisp taste for an extended period if the barrel is sealed tightly and stored away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.
NEFT Vodka has a refined and sophisticated taste that can be savored neat, on the rocks, and/or mixed in your favorite cocktail. We suggest using fresh juices when mixing to enhance NEFT's pristine taste profile.
NEFT Vodka has a refined and sophisticated taste that can be savored neat, on the rocks, and/or mixed in your favorite cocktail. We suggest using fresh juices when mixing to enhance NEFT's pristine taste profile.
NEFT is made from just two ingredients: ancient grains of non-GMO rye and mineral-rich mountain springwater filtered for centuries deep beneath the Austrian Alps. Nothing else. No sugar, no additives.
NEFT is made from just two ingredients: ancient grains of non-GMO rye and mineral-rich mountain springwater filtered for centuries deep beneath the Austrian Alps. Nothing else. No sugar, no additives.
Yes, NEFT Vodka is pure distilled, gluten free, and free from any additives. Any gluten proteins present in our non-GMO grains are inherently separated from the alcohol during the distillation process and left behind. Because gluten is not volatile, it cannot vaporize and travel through the still with the alcohol. As a result the finished product is considered safe for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities.
Yes, NEFT Vodka is pure distilled, gluten free, and free from any additives. Any gluten proteins present in our non-GMO grains are inherently separated from the alcohol during the distillation process and left behind. Because gluten is not volatile, it cannot vaporize and travel through the still with the alcohol. As a result the finished product is considered safe for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities.
Absolutely none. NEFT Vodka is crafted with just two ingredients: non-GMO ancient rye grains and pure Austrian Alps spring water. It contains no added sugars, artificial additives, or known allergens, resulting in a clean and refined vodka focused on purity and quality.
Absolutely none. NEFT Vodka is crafted with just two ingredients: non-GMO ancient rye grains and pure Austrian Alps spring water. It contains no added sugars, artificial additives, or known allergens, resulting in a clean and refined vodka focused on purity and quality.
NEFT Vodka has a fresh, crisp, and refined flavor profile with a smooth finish. Tasting notes include a subtle peppery spice on the tip of the tongue, balanced by hints of sweet caramel, vanilla, and lemongrass. Unlike some vodkas, NEFT is crafted to avoid a harsh medicinal aroma or overpowering ethanol smell, resulting in a cleaner and more approachable drinking experience.
NEFT Vodka has a fresh, crisp, and refined flavor profile with a smooth finish. Tasting notes include a subtle peppery spice on the tip of the tongue, balanced by hints of sweet caramel, vanilla, and lemongrass. Unlike some vodkas, NEFT is crafted to avoid a harsh medicinal aroma or overpowering ethanol smell, resulting in a cleaner and more approachable drinking experience.
NEFT Vodka contains 40% alcohol by volume (ABV), which is standard for premium vodka. This balance helps deliver NEFT’s smooth, clean character while maintaining the boldness and structure expected from a high-quality vodka.
NEFT Vodka contains 40% alcohol by volume (ABV), which is standard for premium vodka. This balance helps deliver NEFT’s smooth, clean character while maintaining the boldness and structure expected from a high-quality vodka.
About the Company
Questions about NEFT’s story, origins, and the people and philosophy behind the brand.
NEFT Vodka believes in giving back to the communities that need it most. Through its “Raise It Up” Youth and Family Literacy initiative, the brand supports programs focused on the physical and psychological wellbeing of at-risk women and children while helping create long-term solutions for families in need.
NEFT Vodka believes in giving back to the communities that need it most. Through its “Raise It Up” Youth and Family Literacy initiative, the brand supports programs focused on the physical and psychological wellbeing of at-risk women and children while helping create long-term solutions for families in need.
Yes, NEFT Vodka is widely recognized as a premium vodka for its high-quality ingredients, Austrian spring water, and refined distillation process using non-GMO ancient rye grains. Its smooth, clean taste profile has also earned industry recognition, including a 98-point rating from The Tasting Panel magazine, Double Gold medals at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition for two consecutive years, and the prestigious “Best Vodka” title at the same competition.
Yes, NEFT Vodka is widely recognized as a premium vodka for its high-quality ingredients, Austrian spring water, and refined distillation process using non-GMO ancient rye grains. Its smooth, clean taste profile has also earned industry recognition, including a 98-point rating from The Tasting Panel magazine, Double Gold medals at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition for two consecutive years, and the prestigious “Best Vodka” title at the same competition.
NEFT means "oil" in Cyrillic, the language of many Eastern European countries. Before NEFT’s founder Katya Kuzmina moved to Austria in the 1980s, her family was in the oil business in Siberia. As an homage to their legacy, our container is the shape of an oil barrel, and our company and product are named NEFT.
NEFT means "oil" in Cyrillic, the language of many Eastern European countries. Before NEFT’s founder Katya Kuzmina moved to Austria in the 1980s, her family was in the oil business in Siberia. As an homage to their legacy, our container is the shape of an oil barrel, and our company and product are named NEFT.
NEFT Vodka is distilled in Golling, Austria, a historic Alpine region near Salzburg known for its exceptionally pure spring water and long tradition of distillation and brewing. The area’s natural resources and centuries of craftsmanship help shape NEFT’s clean, refined character and commitment to quality.
NEFT Vodka is distilled in Golling, Austria, a historic Alpine region near Salzburg known for its exceptionally pure spring water and long tradition of distillation and brewing. The area’s natural resources and centuries of craftsmanship help shape NEFT’s clean, refined character and commitment to quality.
Ekaterina Kuzmina is the founding visionary behind NEFT. Her strong sensibilities and values have shaped the brand. She wanted to create a spirit unlike any other that defied expectations about vodka.
Ekaterina Kuzmina is the founding visionary behind NEFT. Her strong sensibilities and values have shaped the brand. She wanted to create a spirit unlike any other that defied expectations about vodka.
About Our Packaging & Sustainability
Questions about NEFT’s unique oil barrel packaging and our sustainability practices.
No, the NEFT barrel does not affect the quality or taste of the vodka inside. The barrel is designed to protect the vodka while keeping it colder longer than traditional glass bottles, without altering the flavor or character of the spirit. Made from durable tin and aluminum, the lightweight barrel also helps make NEFT Vodka more portable and resistant to breakage.
No, the NEFT barrel does not affect the quality or taste of the vodka inside. The barrel is designed to protect the vodka while keeping it colder longer than traditional glass bottles, without altering the flavor or character of the spirit. Made from durable tin and aluminum, the lightweight barrel also helps make NEFT Vodka more portable and resistant to breakage.
NEFT Vodka prioritizes more sustainable choices throughout our production process. Our distillery in Austria is powered by low-carbon natural gas, and we are actively working toward using 100% renewable energy. Our signature unbreakable barrel is made from tin and aluminum and is significantly lighter than traditional glass bottles, helping reduce transportation emissions and overall shipping weight. Aluminum also contains an average of 70% recycled content, more than three times the amount commonly found in glass or plastic bottles. Tin is easier to recycle than mixed-color glass, which often ends up in general waste streams.
NEFT Vodka prioritizes more sustainable choices throughout our production process. Our distillery in Austria is powered by low-carbon natural gas, and we are actively working toward using 100% renewable energy. Our signature unbreakable barrel is made from tin and aluminum and is significantly lighter than traditional glass bottles, helping reduce transportation emissions and overall shipping weight. Aluminum also contains an average of 70% recycled content, more than three times the amount commonly found in glass or plastic bottles. Tin is easier to recycle than mixed-color glass, which often ends up in general waste streams.
Our container is the shape of an oil barrel as an homage to our founder, Katya Kuzmina, and her family's legacy working in the oil business in Siberia before moving to Austria.
Our container is the shape of an oil barrel as an homage to our founder, Katya Kuzmina, and her family's legacy working in the oil business in Siberia before moving to Austria.