Vodka is the most popular spirit in the world and has been produced in many countries for centuries. It’s made by the distillation of fermented substances such as grains, potatoes, or sometimes fruits or sugar. Vodka is a versatile and sophisticated spirit that can be enjoyed on its own or in cocktails. So whether you are looking to relax with a classic martini or get the party started with a round of shots, vodka is the perfect drink for any occasion and here are our favourites we are drinking right now.
Mikolasch Vodka
Mikolasch Vodka, established in Lviv, Ukraine, in 1842, stands as one of the world’s oldest vodka brands. Distilled from organic, single-farm corn and pure well water, this vodka offers a velvety texture complemented by elegant citrus notes. Its smooth profile makes it ideal for sipping neat, over ice, or as a refined base in cocktails. The brand’s rich heritage and commitment to quality make Mikolasch Vodka a distinguished addition to any gathering or a thoughtful gift for connoisseurs.
Cardrona Distillery The Reid Vodka
Cardrona‘s Reid Single Malt Vodka is an exceptional spirit crafted from only the finest malted barley. After two distillations in German column stills, it is blended with local water to achieve a 44% ABV. This decadently rich vodka offers a unique flavour profile that is perfect for sipping neat or in a craft cocktail.
Masons of Yorkshire Espresso Vodka
Masons of Yorkshire has added Espresso to its portfolio of award-winning gin. The team at Masons has perfected the art of drawing out intense, bold flavours from the botanicals that go into this decadent and luxurious vodka. The luxurious Masons Espresso Vodka has already won double gold at the International Spirits Challenge 2022 and a Great Taste Award. The enduring popularity of the Espresso Martini inspired Masons Espresso Vodka, with coffee beans from El Salvador and supplied and roasted by neighbouring Yorkshire roaster Rounton Coffee. The beans are vapour-infused, an extra process by which the rich silkiness of the coffee is passed onto the vodka, resulting in a complex, aromatic liquid with the intensity of the flavours bursting on the palate.
X Muse
X Muse is the first blended barley vodka inspired by the spirit-making traditions of Scotland. Drawn from the history and experience of Scottish spirit-making, heritage barley and the purest water combine to produce a remarkable vodka of the richest, deepest character and qualities creating a new luxury spirit which is great to sip and is also fantastic for cocktails.
Crystal Head Vodka
Crystal Head Vodka is a premium vodka brand that uses only the highest–quality ingredients and is quadruple-distilled and blended with pristine water, then filtered seven times. It is filtered three times through layers of semi-precious crystals known as Herkimer diamonds, for an exceptionally pure, smooth vodka. The company was founded by Dan Aykroyd and John Alexander, and the iconic skull–shaped bottle was designed by them as a symbol of life. The company‘s mission is to inspire creativity in their consumers and to bring out their creativity without compromise.
Absolut Elyx
A premium Absolut vodka, distilled in a vintage copper rectification still from 1921 in small batches using wheat sourced locally from the nearby Råbelöf estate. It’s a clean-tasting vodka with a soft, silky mouthfeel – Absolut recommend you drink it neat with a single large ice cube.
Broken Clock Vodka
The horology theme of this vodka comes from its creator – a descendant of Leon Kuhajewski, who invented the first astronomical watch in the 19th century. It’s small-batch and British (from a Cheshire based distillery, but infused with organic Yorkshire windfall apples). Broken Clock is popular with gin enthusiasts, thanks to its Georgian garden botanical flavouring – notes of freshly mown grass, herbs, wildflower meadows and orchards can also be detected. The brand was recently awarded a silver medal at the International Wine & Spirit Competition
Amass Vodka
Bottled in a receptacle that wouldn’t seem out of place in an apothecary, Amass is a trendy vegan vodka. Made in Los Angeles, by a Canadian, with strong Scandi influences, it contains marigold petals, dried chamomile flowers and hand-grated lemon zest. It’s the follow-up to the brand’s original dry gin, a sweeter, more summery alternative, distilled in a Danish Aquavit.