After reading the headline, many will say that there is no good vodka, and all alcohol is poison. But there are such concepts in the world as a culture of drinking and a sense of proportion. In many countries, traditions have long been established that this alcoholic drink has become an indispensable attribute of the festive table, social receptions, hunting and other events.
It is noteworthy that until recently, such a rating was not compiled, and only in 2011 a reputable American company made a rating, and thanks to the experts participating in the survey, we can say for sure which is the best vodka in the world. First, consider global trends, and then characterize what is the highest quality vodka in Russia.
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Absolut. Sweden
The name of this alcoholic beverage, produced by the Swedish company Vin & Sprit, began to be used since 1879, when during the distillation of alcohols, they received a completely new, pure product.
A bottle shape resembling a Swedish pharmaceutical bottle was also peculiar, and subsequently they refused a paper label so as not to hide a crystal-clear product from the consumer.
Today Absolut vodka is exported to 130 countries of the world, and in 2008 a French company bought the rights to its production.
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Vermont Spirits White. USA
The producer positions his vodka as an elegant, stylish drink for all occasions. In the production, the most modern methods of purification were used, due to which a very soft and transparent product is obtained.
This vodka is quite popular in the USA, and experts firmly give it a place in the middle of the 2nd dozen ratings. The aroma contains cereals, cream and delicate herbs, the taste is soft, and the aftertaste is noted by the aftertaste of dried fruits and chalk.
American vodka is popular in bars around the world for mixing various cocktails, as well as for drinking in its pure form.
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Stolichnaya. Russia
One of the most recognizable Russian vodka brands not only in Russia but also in the world. Vodka from wheat and rye grains began to be produced in 1901, and in the USSR, along with Moskovskaya, it was the most popular.
Today it is produced at factories in the Russian Federation, as well as under a license at Latvian distilleries. “Stolichnaya” takes the leading place in exporting to Europe and America.
The best wheat varieties are used in production, and fermentation takes more than 60 hours on the basis of artesian water, and, importantly to improve quality, it is carried out in several stages.
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Vox. Holland
According to experts, one of the most delicious vodkas in the world, in softness and tenderness not inferior to leading world brands.
The best varieties of alcohol were used in the production, as well as the most advanced technologies for the fermentation and purification of grain. To obtain a mild flavor, wheat grains are distilled 5 times, and the distillation process allows you to get a high-quality product that will be appreciated by the most sophisticated connoisseur.
The manufacturer uses effective marketing, and pours the Vox into original bottles in form and quality in content.
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Russian Standard. Russia
Another vodka from Russia, embodying the glorious Russian traditions of making strong alcoholic drinks. According to legend, the Russian Standard dates back to 1430.
Today it is made from selected varieties of wheat, and water is taken from an underground source on Lake Ladoga. To avoid fakes, all products are accompanied by a personal certificate of quality.
The Russian strong drink has long conquered the world market, and is exported to more than 50 countries.
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Three Olives. England
For many years, experts have been confidently putting this alcoholic drink from England to the honorable 10th place. It would seem that in the camp, where traditionally they drink whiskey or brandy, they managed to produce vodka of rather high quality.
For production, winter wheat, distilled for four years, as well as pure water, is used. The product has been manufactured since 1998, and that is, remarkable, only by hand.
The main market for the Three Olives is Misty Albion itself, where they are produced, and the United States.
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Ketel One. Holland
The Netherlands recently began to develop vodka production, and rightfully their products occupy leading positions. Most drinks are produced in the town of Shiedam.
The Dutch skillfully combine old production traditions and new column distillation methods. The result is high-quality alcohol, which is used in the release of Ketel One.
The product has long been successfully competing with other national drinks, and in recent years has been actively exported to the EU countries. The taste is saturated, alcoholic, and in the final residue, licorice and balsamic shades are clearly felt.
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Rain USA
The registered American trademark Dozhd produces vodka from the best varieties of white corn and wheat. Production methods allows you to get a soft, but almost tasteless product.
In the main aromas, shades of pear, moss and hay are felt, but in the aftertaste distinct tastes of sweet grain are heard. In American ratings, he constantly takes leading positions, gaining 92 points out of 100.
Bartenders note that the product from corn perfectly acts as the basis of any cocktail. The American strong drink is bottled in original bottles that are specially made for it by Sazerac Co.
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Vincent. Holland
Naturally, only the Dutch have the right to name their alcoholic drink “Vincent”, and the product turned out to be as magnificent as the paintings of the famous artist.
They make it manually from wheat and adding barley, and only in small batches, mainly by order for major world celebrations and events. It undergoes two stages of distillation, which significantly softens alcohol.
In addition, they use the traditional method of cleaning steels, and then they are purified using copper. The original label, which depicts Vincent Van Gogh and the palette, is also original.
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Jewel of Russia. Russia
Specialists rightly call this strong drink “Treasure of Russia”. The product is little known to domestic consumers, as it is mainly produced for export to Europe and Asia.
It is made on the basis of the well-known brand "Stolnaya", but with significant differences. Only natural ingredients and ancient Russian recipes are used. To improve the quality of the alcohol base and a mild flavor, it is subjected to distillation 5 times.
The composition includes fructose, which adds softness to it. In the aroma, in addition to the main grains, there are subtle notes of lemon peel, with light shades of spices.
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Finlandia. Finland
In the manufacture of using the purest melt water of the glaciers and six-row barley, which allows you to get a special and mild taste.
The plant began producing alcoholic beverages in 1888, but the Finland brand was patented in 1970. Since then, a high-quality alcoholic product has become known far beyond Scandinavia.
In addition to ordinary vodka, various tinctures are produced, with the addition of all kinds of tastes. One of the most popular in the world, and at the present stage it is sold in 135 countries of the world, occupying a leading position in sales.
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Youri Dolgoruki. Russia
By the 850th anniversary of the capital of Russia, the Moscow Kristall factory has decided to produce a high-quality alcoholic drink, which it named in honor of the Grand Duke.
Only selected grain is used, and in the cleaning methods, along with traditional methods, the latest technologies are used. This is what made it possible to achieve softness and freshness, with excellent taste. Note that the recipe has no analogues in the world, and is kept secret.
The gift option was issued in the form of the crown of the Russian Empire, and in a short time, vodka gained popularity among consumers, and was highly appreciated by specialists.
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