Vodka Flashcards
1
Q
Origins
A
From Russian word Voda “little water”
Poland and Russia claim invention
2
Q
Distillates
A
Winter wheat Potatoes Rye Corn Grapes
3
Q
Quality factors
A
Water quality
Proper raw materials and technology
Distillation method
Filtration
4
Q
Styles
A
Polish:
Pronounced flavor and aroma
Russian:
A lot of character, mouth cooling, viscous and dense, winter wheat preferred but some rye
Swedish&Scandinavian:
Bready, yeasty, winter wheat, potato vodka
Western Style:
Purity & neutrality, wheat l, rye, and corn most common with some potato. Craft use combination of pot and continuous still
