Hangar 1 Straight Vodka

Small batch vodka made by the folks at St. George Spirits, one of the most innovative distilleries around, from a blend of pot-distilled Viognier grapes and column still-distilled American wheat. Distillery in Hangar 1-- an old aircraft World War II-era hangar at the old Alameda Naval Air Station in San Francisco Bay. Sweet grape perfume on the nose. Oily in the glass and mouth. Taste is soft grain, fruit, and a hint of ethanol, but so floral it wafts rather than burns. Not even warm! Round and gentle, soft and inviting even at room temp (which was this taste). Dry grain finish with distinct grape sweetness lingers. Meant to be sipped, but would mix well. Think Vodka Martini (which is NOT a Martini, but that's an argument for another time). This is easily one of the two best vodkas I've tasted (the other being Square One, and I think this beats it). Hands down better than the big brand names from Europe. Yeah, it's a distilled neutral spirit, but this grape/grain distillate mix is really stunning.

This is really clean and refreshing. Easy to drink straight and makes a great martini.