Vodka

What is the best vodka, hands down, over the rest and why? I am not interested in flavoured vodkas, as they are in a category of their own.

[Catie]

I think there are several good brands out there. To give names would depend on your area and availability. I drink mostly wine, but when I drink liquor, vodka is my choice. I prefer to buy vodka (since I drink it on the rocks or martini style) that is made from potatoes instead of grain. It is authentic and I also refer to potato vodka to those who are allergic to grain.

I am not interested in flavoured vodkas

Good. That aint vodka. That is just "fluff." ;)

[kevwr62]

Personally, I'm a fan of the original Stolichnaya vodka from Russia. That and it is cheaper than my two other favorites Chopin (which is a 4x distilled potato vodka) and my latest is 42 Below from New Zealand, which is 5x distilled grain vodka. Chopin is on the bigger $$ side and the 42 Below is almost too "clean" for my taste, but if I'm drinking it neat or a martini, I almost prefer it.

Kevin

[paul c]

Originally Posted by kevwr62

Personally, I'm a fan of the original Stolichnaya vodka from Russia. That and it is cheaper than my two other favorites Chopin (which is a 4x distilled potato vodka) and my latest is 42 Below from New Zealand, which is 5x distilled grain vodka. Chopin is on the bigger $$ side and the 42 Below is almost too "clean" for my taste, but if I'm drinking it neat or a martini, I almost prefer it.

Kevin

But there are SOOOO many good ones now. I like Ciroc - from grapes.

Done with Ketel and Absolut - and no more Skye.

[Nico Kager]

One of the best vodka's at the moment is Wyberowa single estate.
If you can find it try it. Also the regular Wyberowa stands out in taste.
Wyberowa is made from rye and is made in Poland.
Also worth trying is Russian state Platinum.
Stolichnay is ok but Moskovskaya is better.
I heard there is a vodka in the USA made from corn it is called Rain, don't know if its any good.

Cheers,

Nico

If you get a chance you should try Belverdere and Grey Goose both are great Vodkas in my Opinion

if you find original Gzhelka (Russian) check it out - very natural taste!

[Vodka Crazy]

Only if you really care about what you drink...you should try this new Roberto Cavalli Vodka is very good, very smooth and the bottle is easy on the eyes!

Take a look:
http://men.style.com/news/the_list/080405

Cheers! Thanks Roberto!!

[Gabi]

Originally Posted by Tilly

So what's your favorite brand of vodka?

Hi Tilly !

During my travels through Russia, I had once the chance to participate in a

Vodka Seminar

Yeah !!!!! That was really great - exept the consequences *blush*

I think we tried about 12 different variations in regard of age, but also in regard of some different supplement flavours ougggg

The most uncredible was an aromised Pepper-Vodka ... never again !!X[

But one I really loved and that was a Lemon-Vodka ... I tell you - GREAT!!! A soft and discret taste of Lemon ... yam yam ...
that's what I liked !!! ... na sdrovie !!!

Cheers
Gabi

Good day Gabi. Do you by any chance remember the brand of the vodka that you've tried. the problem is that there are so many of them in Russia. i would like to know which ones are you talking about.I'm glad you liked them anyway, Do svidania!