Vodka
The perfect liquor for mixing, vodka is used in an array of popular cocktails including the Screwdriver, the Cosmopolitan and the Bloody Mary. Generally made from distilling fermented grains or potatoes, vodka has an alcoholic content of 40% ABV (80 proof) and has historic origins in Eastern Europe. Classified as a rectified spirit, vodka is traditionally distilled at least 3 times before being filtered through charcoal. It requires no aging and can be consumed immediately after production. Given its very neutral taste, vodka tends to be rated on account of its texture and is commonly infused with fruits, herbs, and other flavorings. Our vodka reviews will give you a general idea of what to expect from vodka and will help you find the best vodka to suit your needs. Browse our database of vodka reviews and ratings, or add your own reviews for an existing selection.
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Charbay Vodka
- Best Buy
- $27
Opening nosing passes detect subtle toasty, charcoal aromas. Entry is off-dry to sweet and properly oily; sweet graininess dominates the midpalate. Aftertaste is long, bittersweet and delectably oily. Fashioned more in the plump, sweet style of Holland than eastern Europe (thick, hearty) or Scandinavia (light, flowery).
— P.P.
(4/1/2003)
ZYR Russian Vodka
- $32
A combination of wheat and rye grains. Firm, assertive aromas of grain mash, wheat biscuit and distant dried herbs enchant; aeration adds wet slate, minerals and seedless rye bread. Palate entry reflects the spirit’s Russian heritage as the dry to off-dry taste of grain mash blankets the tongue in richly textured waves; potent but silky flavors of concentrated…
— P.P.
(4/1/2003)
Stolichnaya Gold
- $28
This mellow, balanced vodka is at its best when well chilled and paired with smoked salmon or other savory bites. Perky anise note, citrusy finish and slightly viscous feel.
— K.N.
(6/1/2012)
Burnett's Vodka
- $10
A clean, neutral, smooth vodka through and through, and a good value to boot. Note: Burnett’s also makes a delicious lime-flavored vodka.
— K.N.
(7/1/2011)
42 BELOW Vodka
- $25
Smells of wet cement or damp stones in the initial minutes before the aromas shift gears, offering toasty, ash-like, smoky scents of tobacco leaf, roasted cereals, pencil eraser and vegetable oil. Palate entry shows an oily texture and tastes of charcoal and mildly sweet grain; midpalate displays well-structured flavors of lead pencil, off-dry grain and licorice…
— P.P.
(4/1/2003)
Ciroc Snap Frost Vodka
- $30
Owns a peculiar bouquet reminiscent of turkey dressing. Palate entry is sweet, ripe and grapey, a complete 180-degree turn from the odd bouquet; midpalate highlights the sweet, fruity ripeness to the point where it starts to resemble grappa. Finish is delightfully sweet, polished and elegant.
— P.P.
(4/1/2003)
Russia Vodka
- $30
Quadruple-distilled whole wheat and rye mashes. Nose showcases dill, a pinch of black pepper and a dash of off-dry grain mash; aeration adds licorice and rubber eraser. Palate entry is herbal; midpalate highlights silky and oily tastes of black pepper, linseed oil, charcoal and pipe tobacco. Aftertaste is long, satiny and a touch hot.
— P.P.
(4/1/2003)
Svoboda Vodka
- Best Buy
- $10
Shows typical Russian aromas of off-dry grain mash, light dried herbs, smoke and charcoal. Sweet, grainy, almost candied tastes on entry lead to spirity fire, sweet grain and coconut oil. Finish is long, embers-warm, intensely sweet and charcoal-like.
— P.P.
(4/1/2003)
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