VODKA

Embrace the quintessence of nature

We bring the ancient beauty, the natural flavors, and the Sicilian joy of life to the world.

SICILIANA

ANCIENT

Sicilian raw materials

Our light filtration process is meant to retain all of the nuanced flavors of the ancient grains growing around the volcano Etna .

GRAINS

MIXOLOGY

Crafted

Using VULCANICA in mixology awakens and sharpens the senses, stimulating vitality and pleasure

Our Country

INNOVATING TRADITIONS

Vulcanica is an authentic vodka Siciliana, distilled from Sicilian grains grown in the embrace of Mount Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe and an UNESCO Heritage Site. The first vodka of its kind.

About us

The quintessence of nature

Our Cocktails

MIXOLOGY

Vodka Tonic

Clearly Unclear

Sicilian Martini

From dusk till dawn

Black Sour

ANCIENT GRAINS OF SICILY

The heart of our vodka comes from a unique blend of high-protein, low-gluten, savory Sicilian grains that have been a part of the daily diet on the island for millennia.

OUR DISTILLATION PROCESS

Our grains are steeped, fermented, and distilled in small batches in a copper column to produce a soft and creamy, sophisticated spirit that reflects the true essence of Sicily.

PURE SICILIAN WATER

We source only the purest Sicilian waters for the dilution process.

CLEARLY UNCLEAR

Vulcanica is not a tasteless transparent alcohol. Vulcanica is clearly unclear and brimming with Sicilian charm. Our light filtration process helps retain all of the nuanced flavors of the ancient grains growing around the volcano Etna.

Our Values

From past to future

ANCIENT GRAINS

We innovate and sustain the cultivation in Sicily, respecting the environment, protecting the biodiversity of the ancient grains. Ancient grains have typically lower yields, but also a low gluten content and they require less to none pesticides. We are the first ones to use the ancient grains of Sicily to produce a superior Sicilian vodka: VULCANICA.

Joy of life

SICILIANITY

There’s an island in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea where the fragrance of citrus blossoms caress the emotions, and vivid colors awaken forgotten passions. An island where the untamed landscape delights the human senses, and local artisans work in harmony with nature, the community, and ancient traditions. An island whose beauty and rituals invite you to enjoy life. This is Sicily.

Joy of life

SICILIANITY

Emphasize senses

TASTE

A singular Vodka with a smooth taste. Perfect purity with ice and when mixed with Sicilian fruits, herbs, and aromatics. VULCANICA donates warm emotions and heightens the five senses, elevating its organoleptic properties. Using VULCANICA in mixology awakens and sharpens the senses, stimulating vitality and pleasure.

Our Production Process

Craftsmanship

The pure spirit is diluted with demineralized and filtered water to arrive at the final strength of 40% ABV. The vodka is then lightly filtered to retain the essential oils found in Sicily's ancient grains.

Dilution and Filtration

essential oils

Only fresh spring water from a 200 meter-deep well is used for the mash. The yeast we use for fermentation is “Saccharomyces cerevisiae”. The resulting wash has an alcoholic strength of 7% ABV.

Fermentation

Pure Water

The first distillation takes place in a small column still. The low wine is then distilled for a second time in a pot still. The pure spirit has a strength of 96% ABV.

Double Distillation

"Pot Still"

VULCANICA is obtained solely from a blend of ancient grain varieties grown in Eastern and Central Sicily. The most used varieties are Tummilia and Russello. We source our grains directly from local farmers, who are members of “Simenza”, the association dedicated to the promotion of ancient Sicilian grains.

Raw materials

Ancient Grains

Raw Materials

OUR ANCIENT GRAINS

Biancolilla is one of the oldest and most prolific Sicilian wheat varieties. We have discovered that Biancolilla favors lowland environments (including those near the sea, or subsoil with marine fossils), where clay and calcareous clay mix with volcanic sands. In Vulcanica, Biancolilla gives the blend softness and a sweet finish.

BIANCOLILLA

(Also known as Janculidda, Biancuccia, Bianculidda )

Timilia is a variety of Sicilian grains that come from ancient times. One of the main reasons for its popularity is that it can be sown until late March.

TIMILIA

(also known as Tumminia, Tummulia, Diminia, Riminia, Triminia, Marzuolo)

Maiorca is one of the oldest wheat varieties known by Sicilian farmers. The flavors and territorial expressions of Maiorca reach their heights on the steepest terrains, such as those found on the slopes of Etna. In a sip of Vulcanica it is possible to notice how Majorca softens the sensation on the palate.

MAIORCA

Margherito is one of the three varieties also known locally as Bidi. This wheat has an interesting history that connects the past with the present. It is similar to the other varieties of ancient Sicilian grains. Margherito gives Vulcanica its distinctive body.

MARGHERITO

(Also known as Bidì)

Russello was one of the most common grains in Sicily until the mid-twentieth century. When it is planted on the steep hills around Etna, its flavors become more elegant and refined. We rely on Russello to give Vulcanica its delicate and harmonious aromas.

RUSSELLO

(Also known as Priziusa, Russulidda, Tangarò )

We have historical evidence of Perciasacchi in the early nineteenth century. Although this "bearded" variety has a modest yield, it is grown widely in the hills west of Etna, on fertile soils and at lower altitudes. This terroir gives Vulcanica structure and persistence.

PERCIASACCHI

(Also known as Farro Lungo, Perciabisazzi, Strazzabisazz)