Absolut Vodka is one of the world's largest and most iconic premium vodka brands, produced in Ahus, Sweden since 1879. The brand was founded by Lars Olsson Smith, known as the 'King of Vodka,' who revolutionized vodka production by introducing continuous distillation, which produces an exceptionally pure spirit. Absolut is made exclusively from winter wheat grown in the rich fields of southern Sweden and water from a deep well in Ahus, with no added sugar. Every bottle of Absolut sold anywhere in the world is produced at a single distillery in Ahus, giving the brand unparalleled quality consistency. The brand's minimalist, medicine-bottle-inspired design, created by Lars Borje Carlsson and Gunnar Broman in 1979, became a cultural icon and the subject of one of the longest-running advertising campaigns in history, featuring collaborations with artists including Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, and Damien Hirst. Absolut's product range includes the original Absolut Blue, a wide array of flavored vodkas such as Absolut Citron, Vanilia, Peppar, and seasonal limited editions. The brand is owned by Pernod Ricard, the world's second-largest spirits company, which acquired it from the Swedish government for $8.3 billion in 2008. Absolut is sold in over 150 countries and has long been a leading brand in the global premium vodka category, selling approximately 12 million cases annually.
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