From the initial sweet aroma to the smooth and tasty finish after the swallow, Luksusowa is supreme. As good Scotch and bourbon gets further and further out of reach, I guess I'll have to settle for potatoes. In most instances, you can simply place a bottle of vodka in the freezer and remove it as and when you want to pour yourself a serving. To create a pure and smooth spirit, Grand Teton Potato Vodka is distilled 20 times and filtered through charcoal and garnet crystal sand.

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Finally, the vodka is diluted with the purest spring water and then bottled, completing the meticulous process that has become a hallmark of Luksusowa's commitment to quality.

If you’re gonna make a mix or an icee, get the trendy stuff with the cool name and celebrity endorsements. I was remaining loyal to Luksusowa because Poland is the original home of potato vodka, but sadly they have fallen a bit since gaining popularity. Grand Teton Distillery is distilled 20 times and proofed using pure Grand Teton mountain water, polished using garnet crystal sand and charcoal.Many flagship brands are now owned by foreign companies, but their ownership is not relevant – the traditional recipes, production and ingredients remain Polish. Luksusowa Vodka undergoes an arduous production process to ensure the highest quality spirit possible. Note that Monopolowa, however, is terrible for rocks or Martinis because it has much less flavor than Luksusowa. Some say it's more a liqueur than a vodka, as it has a lower alcohol content than traditional vodka. Furthermore, Claremont proudly produces their vodka from farm to bottle in their Fairfield distillery.

Some bottles are sold with two drinking vessels which have no base, a gentle suggestion to never put your glass down. To fully appreciate vodka, it should be tasted like whisky – at room temperature, with a little water or on ice. bottle today to replace my nearly empty fifth of Russian Standard Original to make martinis at home. Disguised as a macchiato coffee this incognito cocktail is the gentleman’s way of getting a quick shot of a different kind.You can drink this vodka neat because it’s a great standalone vodka, or mix it in martinis and cocktails. The formula was inspired by a recipe from XIX century, found in “Kalendarz Lubelski” (“Lublin Calendar”). The first sip or two were slightly less refined than I would have expected, but it was smooth sailing form there.

It was originally made by a man named Piotr Smirnov, who was known for creating some of the best vodkas in Russia. Vodka is—by legal definition—supposed to "be without distinctive character, aroma, taste or color," though different brands and styles have their own unique, subtle characteristics. It also undergoes a five-stage charcoal filtration process, so it comes with a pure, clean, and earthy undertone.This decision stems from Poland's long-standing tradition of using potatoes in vodka production, dating back to the 16th century. The only reason why I gave it 4 stars is that Luksusowa changed its branding and its logo, not the inner core though. Although the previous recipe was a little smoother, the terrific flavor of Luksusowa is more pronounced in the new version, and it just tastes great! If you're sensitive to dairy, note that Devotion adds casein protein from cow's milk to its final products to improve "mouth feel.