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Prefer your Bloody Mary extra spicy? Absolut Vodka and TABASCO have joined forces for a new bottle that’s set to fire up favourite cocktails as you know them.

Absolut TABASCO blends classic Absolut Vodka with a completely natural essence created from the same fermented, aged red pepper mash used to make TABASCO Sauce. TABASCO’s signature red peppers are mashed, aged and fermented in oak barrels before their flavour is carefully captured and fused with Absolut’s smooth vodka base.

Absolut TABASCO.
Ready to spice things up? Image: The Absolut Company

Absolut itself is crafted from just three ingredients: pristine well water, yeast, and winter wheat. It is still distilled in Åhus, Sweden, using a process that hasn’t changed since the 1870s.

Together, these two powerhouse products deliver the unmistakable peppery aroma TABASCO fans love and a heat that finishes warm on the lips.

A bottle you’ll want on your shelf

The bottle is a showstopper. Bold TABASCO colours and its iconic diamond label wrap around Absolut’s unmistakable apothecary-style bottle.

It feels familiar and new all at the same time – and it’s the kind of bottle that deserves front row in your bar cart.

The word from the makers


“At Absolut Vodka, we have never been afraid to do things differently or create something bold – and now, we are at it again. People want to feel some heat in their drinks. What better way to do it than by combining one of the world’s leading hot sauce brands with the world’s leading premium vodka brand? For anyone who wants to dial up the heat, whether it’s Saturday night cocktails or Sunday brunch, this spicy vodka is definitely for you.”

Craig van Niekerk, Global VP of Marketing for Absolut Vodka

“We are thrilled to bring the unique flavor of TABASCO® Sauce to Absolut’s smooth premium vodka. We share a rich heritage and a commitment to quality – and this new partnership is a testament to both. It’s the perfect match. Absolut® TABASCO is the purest form of heat ever bottled for adventurous flavor lovers everywhere.”

Kate Neuhaus, Director of Global Marketing Communications at McIlhenny Company

When and where to buy it

Absolut TABASCO launches in February 2026 across more than 50 markets worldwide. Keep your eyes peeled at BWS and Dan Murphy’s for stock.


Top Image: The Absolut Company

Will you be rushing to get your hands on this? Let us know what you’ll be mixing up first!


Comments
  • This sounds like a really interesting choice for cocktail night! Ife never heard of anything like it before. I love a spicy marg and could imagine a lot of wonderful creations that could be made with this. I’ll have to see if it’s on the shelves in my local, I’d be really keen to give it a try


  • This vodka sounds perfect for bloody marys and caesars which my in laws love!! I think this will be a winner at our next gathering. Not my kind of drink but I love making new cocktails and experimenting, so I’m definitely adding this to our cocktail bar, can already think of some delicious cocktails in mind.


  • What a combination! I don’t handle hot spicey very well so I’m not sure I’d be tempted to buy any. One things for sure, you’d feel it coming out either end with that kind of heat 😆


  • Ohhhhh I’m not too sure about this drink. Very different and interesting. A good collaboration if you’re into spicy heat but not for me I’m afraid. If I were gifted a bottle, I’d make a Fiery Bloody Mary. This is a drink with attitude! I’d shake it over ice with rich tomato juice, fresh lemon, Worcestershire sauce and a pinch of celery salt. Pour tall, garnish with a crisp celery stalk and maybe a cheeky chilli if I’m feeling really brave.


  • I can’t say that this would be for me! I don’t really love the idea of a spicy drink. The alcohol itself has enough of a kick and I feel like vodka really needs to be sweetened to make it palatable. I do love vodka, but yeah, if it’s not sweet enough can be very bitter.


  • Oh man that sure sounds hot and spicy ! I’m not sure if vodka and tabasco is the best combination. I never knew that Absolut is such a pure drink with just three ingredients ! In didn’t know it is distilled in Sweden , which probably puts the price up a fair bit.


  • I do not think i will be rushing to buy this vodka, I am not a huge fan of spicy food or drinks but I do love the idea for those who can handle the heat in their drinks. It looks like it could really give a kick of flavour and warmth to the drink.


  • I always used to add my own dash of Tabasco but there you go! This sounds interesting. I wonder how spicy it is and if I’ll have to go easy on it. I know the perfect an though that would love it extra spicy . This might be worth a sample.


  • Oh wow! Im not a big Tabasco lover and cant see myself buying this, but the look of it is definitely a show stopper! Absolue has been a brand ive known forever and absolutely love. They have come out with some incredible flavour combinations over the years, and i still have some till this day. I love that they have kept the same bottle all these years!


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