Distiller Notes
2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition Gold Medal Winner
Smogory Forest is crafted with rare Diamond Dankowskie Rye from a single estate located in Smogory, a tiny village in rural western Poland surrounded by the region’s vast, pristine forests. This exceptionally bold, robust and savory vodka captures the essence of its unspoiled region, recalling the dense hardwood forests dominating the terroir. OU Kosher.
Intense aromas of sea air, toasted rye bread and caramel. Rich and mellow with initial impressions of salted caramel, cereal and a touch of honey. Persistent with delicate notes of toasted bread, white pepper and fudge. Mouth-feel is rich, well rounded and luscious. The finish is long and salt/sweet. Notes of baked bread, sea salt and caramel.
The Belvedere Single Estate Rye Series celebrates Belvedere’s craftsmanship and expertise in vodka distilling, as well as our ability to produce vodkas of complex character.
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One of two new bottles introduced to demonstrate the impact of terroir in vodka, this bottling has a subtle lemon note in the fragrance, and a creamy vanilla palate that finishes with white and black pepper sparks.
Belvedere vodka is a reflection of their heritage: over 600 years of Polish vodka-making tradition has led to the creation of Belvedere Vodka.
Belvedere respects over 600 years of Polish vodka history, tradition and standards of vodka production, which means the use of traditional ingredients, no additives and only natural flavor profiles. This approach was codified in 2013 with the introduction of a Geographical Appellation, protecting traditional Polish vodka making techniques. Poland is the first and only Geographical Appellation for vodka and as such is a guarantee of authenticity, heritage and quality.
The distillery in Zyradow was established in 1910 and is the longest continuously operating distillery in Poland.
Made from the distillation of anything containing fermentable sugars, Straight Vodka is a clear and unaged spirit. Cereal grains like wheat, rye and barley are the most commonly used bases, but modern Vodkas are now made from crops as diverse as sugar beets, grapes and potatoes. Ideally Straight Vodkas should be colorless, odorless and flavorless. They are sipped chilled and neat, or used as a base for a variety of cocktails, from the Martini to the Cosmopolitan.