An alcoholic beverage intimately associated with cold countries, especially Russia, vodka is this drink that fasces and attracts many fans of strong alcohol.
Here is our selection of the best vodkas available on the market in 2022.
The elements that create the best vodkas
Beverage resulting from the distillation of a brewed mixture of several grains (wheat, barley, rye), vodka can also be made from beetroot, cane sugar or other grains such as oats and corn.
Apart from alcohol, what makes the uniqueness of the best vodkas, are the different elements that compose it.
Firstly, there are agricultural products used such as wheat, buckwheat or barley. Beet, potato, sugar, rice. Chestnut can also be used in the making of this drink.
There is also the origin that plays a role in defining vodka.
Thus, vodkas which use grains from Russia, Belarus, or Ukraine do not resemble vodkas made solely from grains and potatoes in Russia, or those made from potatoes in Poland or Germany.
The taste of vodka contributes to the selection of this beverage. Thus, a good vodka should not be too aggressive at the time of tasting. That’s why flavors such as chili, cranberries, birch or even pepper, or even caramelized or fruity aromas sometimes “soften” this strong sensation.
Other elements come into play in the making of the best vodka, such as :
- Alcohol content: There are numerous variations, but generally, products range between 40 and 45°. The alcohol volume of a vodka should be 37.5%.
- Filtration quality : the purer and clearer the vodka, the higher its quality.
- Its pairing with food: some people choose a vodka based on what they will eat with it. This is notably the case for foie gras toast, which exalts the senses.
The 5 best vodkas of the moment
1. Absolut Vodka
Offered in a 1 L size, Absolut Vodka is today the queen of vodka on the western market in particular.
With a pronounced taste, rocky, full-bodied, but also soft and velvety, we find notes of dry fruits.
This vodka is entirely made from natural ingredients. There is no sugar.
2. Zubrowska Bison Grass
This authentic Polish vodka made with bison grass is a beverage crafted from quality rye. It is enjoyed chilled and pure right out of your fridge.
You can also consume it in the Polish style by diluting it with apple juice.
3. Ketel One Holland vodka
Mid-range vodka, it is made in the Netherlands, in the city of Schiedam.
It is characterized primarily by a magnificent, extremely refined crystalline dress and its taste both fresh and rich with peppery notes and a relatively sweet finish.
4. Absolut Peach Flavor
Sold in a 70 cL bottle, this vodka is also made from natural ingredients, with no added sugar.
Intense, rich, it offers a sensation that is both fruity and fresh, notably with its ripe peaches.
5. Russian Standard Imperia
Finally, let’s save the best for last, shall we?
Indeed, this vodka is currently at the forefront of premium vodka.
With its very powerful smell recognizable by the acacia’s white flowers, it is produced in Russia, filtered through charcoal and quartz crystal in order to confer upon it an almost crystalline purity.
These best vodkas are of course… to be consumed in moderation.