CLIX Vodka
Product details
| Management number | 253705826 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$103.25 | Model Number | 253705826 | ||
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CLIX is an ultra-premium, small-batch vodka by Buffalo Trace Distillery, spearheaded by Master Distiller Harlen Davis Wheatley. It’s positioned as a “perfect vodka” effort — very refined, very limited, with craftsmanship emphasized at every stage. It comes in an ornate decanter and only a few thousand bottles per batch are produced.
Key Details & Production
| Feature | Detail |
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| Distillery / Maker | Buffalo Trace Distillery (Kentucky, USA), under Master Distiller Harlen D. Wheatley. |
| Name “CLIX” Meaning | “CLIX” is Roman numeral for 159, which refers to the number of separate distillations in its production. |
| Grains / Mash Bill | A multi-grain blend: red winter wheat, rye, yellow dent corn, and malted barley. |
| Quantity Produced | Only around 332 gallons in the first batch, translating to approximately 2,000 bottles. Very limited. |
| Resting Time | After distillation, the vodka is rested in stainless steel tanks for 12 months to smooth and round out texture. |
| ABV / Proof | 40% ABV / 80 proof. |
| Packaging | Presented in a lead-free crystal decanter with a cork travel stopper and a crystal stopper, often in a custom case or box. High emphasis on presentation. |
Tasting Profile
| Aspect | Notes / Impressions |
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| Nose / Aroma | Clean, polished, subtle. “Fresh nectar” impression; light grain sweetness; delicate floral or citrus blossom notes; very little harshness or solvent-like aroma. |
| Palate / Taste | Exceptionally smooth, weightless mouth-feel; hints of sweetened lemon, royal-icing style sweetness; mild vanilla or cream; minimal warmth or burn. Slight woody spice or charcoal undertones may arise in mid-palate. |
| Finish | Quick and clean. Crisp, elegant, refined. Leaves a soft warmth, maybe a trace of fruit or subtle apple/vanilla fade, no harsh bite. |
Strengths & What Makes It Special
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Exceptional smoothness and purity: The 159-distillation process plus resting yields an unusually clean, refined vodka.
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Limited edition & collectible appeal: Very few produced, high-end decanter, elegant packaging – part luxury, part craft pour.
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Grain complexity: Using multiple grains adds subtle nuance vs a pure single-grain vodka.
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Well-suited to premium experiences: Best enjoyed neat or in minimalist vodka cocktails where purity and texture matter.
Serving & Pairing Suggestions
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Best neat at room temperature or very slightly chilled to appreciate aroma and texture.
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Large clean rocks / sphere: one large cube can preserve texture while mellowing any perceptible alcohol warmth.
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Minimalist cocktails: e.g. a vodka martini (with high-quality vermouth), or a very clean vodka soda with a twist of lemon peel so that nuances are not masked.
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Also works well with very light mixers (e.g. tonic, soda) and citrus garnish to shine the clean nose and palate.