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Deep Eddy Lime
Distiller Score 94
A pale green jade color meets the eye as aromas of fresh lime and subtle sweetness emerge from the glass. The flavor is very much akin to fresh limeade or (or melted sherbet!) prepared a bit on the tart side, with just a slight hint of sweetness. There's nothing astringent or very synthetic-tasting about it—one would swear it's just vodka that someone squeezed a fresh lime into with just a bit of sugar. All it really needs is some ice cubes, maybe a splash of soda, and definitely a hot day and a comfortable spot to sit and sip.
Reviewed by Amanda Schuster
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Stolichnaya Vodka
Distiller Score 94
The aroma is moderately robust with bright grain notes and a gentle citrus backnote. The mouthfeel is round and sweet initially and finishes spicy and crisp. Bittersweet ending. A solid vodka to drink neat or otherwise especially if you prefer robust and not totally neutral vodkas.
Reviewed by Stephanie Moreno
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Absolut Vodka
Distiller Score 94
Putting your nose to the glass you get a gentle, sweet wheat aroma. It is very gentle in the mouth with a softness to the vodka. The mild wheat notes continue on the taste with just the tiniest of bites on the finish. Warming as you finish the drink. Classic and definitely one to add to the list if you prefer more neutral vodkas.
Reviewed by Stephanie Moreno
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Koskenkorva Vodka
Distiller Score 93
Mild, sweet cereal grain greets you on the nose. The vodka feels soft in the mouth with a medium full body with and a touch of oil. The vodka is on the neutral and clean side of the spectrum with the gentle sweet barley continuing on the palate. One you could easily toss back as is.
Reviewed by Stephanie Moreno
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Sobieski Grapefruit Vodka
Distiller Score 92
The aromas and flavors have an authentic grapefruit character. The palate is juicy and fruity, with a good balance of sweetness and tartness, with a piquant note of grapefruit peel. A slight alcoholic burn dips into the finish, though there is no acetone-like flavor or aroma pleasant. This spirit could easily sip on its own with just a rock or two, with no additional ingredients.
Reviewed by Amanda Schuster
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Crop Organic Meyer Lemon Vodka
Distiller Score 91
The aroma of this vodka is so sweet and acidic that you can almost feel the twinge of lemon on your tongue as you smell. But, true to the flavor of meyer lemons, on the palate, it's mildly sweet with just a touch of acidity and a lovely roundness. It sits nicely on the tongue for a few moments before dissipating. It also manages to avoid any overwhelming sense that you're drinking a cleaning product.
Reviewed by Anna Archibald
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Cardinal Spirits Vodka
Distiller Score 91
For a vodka this spirit carries a fairly pungent, albeit pleasant, nose with tones of beurre blanc, fresh apricot, and marzipan. The palate has impressive body and echoes the rich and sweet flavors found on the nose. The finish turns on the spice and shows a bit of earthiness which is a balancing foil to the vodka’s more indulgent flavors. Quite lovely on it’s own, but would add an indulgent weight to many cocktails.
Reviewed by John Rankin
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Absolut Grapefruit
Distiller Score 90
The aroma here is bright with fresh grapefruit coming in loud and clear. The taste is tart with just enough sweetness to dial back the bitterness. Overall, would recommend for use in mixed drinks. A refreshing relief from sweet flavored vodkas. Try this in a Swedish Paloma.
Reviewed by Stephanie Moreno
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TILL American Wheat Vodka
Distiller Score 90
This wheat vodka has a clean aroma with a faint hint of sweetness. On the palate, it's no different. A slight alcohol heat coats the tongue, but overall it's slightly creamy in flavor and texture. TILL American Wheat Vodka would be a great option for vodka-forward cocktails like a Vesper or Vodka Martini.
Reviewed by Anna Archibald
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Blaum Bros Vodka
Distiller Score 90
This is an admirably pure vodka with a focused nose of toasted grain, vanilla bean, and white flowers. The palate has a nice weight and comes across as neutral in the most positive way. After tasting, pleasant flavors of cracked pepper, soft wheat bread, and a warming spice note. This a vodka that one can’t miss with and would be a winner in a myriad of cocktails but made well enough to be enjoyed on its own chilled.
Reviewed by John Rankin
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Spring44 Vodka
Distiller Score 90
The nose on this vodka is pungent with intense aromas of earthy grains and a hint of baked plum. The mouthfeel is rich and luxurious and combines sweet grains with a hint of minerality that builds to a dry, spicy finish. A very versatile vodka that would make a delicious martini among other drinks.
Reviewed by John Rankin
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Nemiroff Original Vodka
Distiller Score 90
This wheat-based vodka is slightly sweet on the nose. Though it maintains a pleasant neutral sweetness immediately on the palate, it also has a hint of spice. This would be a good all-purpose vodka for everything from Highballs to Martinis.
Reviewed by Anna Archibald