The Tsar’s Vodka Essence 20 ml

The Tsar’s Vodka Essence 20 ml

Good vodka is not about the absence of flavour – it is about the right flavour, in the right amount. The difference between neutral spirit and a truly fine vodka lies in the details: a hint of grain, a certain silkiness in the mouth, a clean finish with no rough edges. The Tsar’s Vodka Essence adds precisely those details and gives your spirit the classic, traditional vodka character that has made the style so loved, whether in a shot glass or next to a spoonful of caviar.

Tradition has it that a vodka like this is drunk ice cold, from small glasses and always with something to eat. Salty, sharp and smoky are the flavours that marry best with it – and between mouthfuls the vodka acts as a clean, warming pause for the palate.

Colour & Appearance

The drink stays crystal clear and bright, just as a vodka should. Straight from the freezer it turns slightly viscous, almost oily, and settles beautifully into a frosted glass.

Nose

The nose is clean and discreet. Those who go looking will find freshly baked bread, a trace of wheat flour and a faint streak of citrus peel and white pepper. Nothing sticks out, nothing gets in the way – just a cool, inviting purity.

Palate

The taste is soft and round, with a light sweetness up front that recalls grain and white bread. The mouthfeel is smooth, almost creamy, and gives the vodka a fullness that plain spirit lacks. Towards the middle comes a mineral freshness and a little pepperiness that brings it to life. The whole is balanced and understated – a vodka that tastes of vodka, with no funny business.

Finish

The finish is short to medium, clean and warming. A faint grain note and a little white pepper linger for a moment before the palate is completely neutral once more.

How to Use

The essence is mixed with vodka or neutral spirit and is ready to serve straight away. 20 ml makes 750 ml. Instructions are on the label.

Serving Suggestions

• An ice-cold shot with pickled fish, fish roe, caviar or salted gherkins.
• With orange juice and ice in a tall glass.
• A mule with ginger beer, lime and mint.
• A dry vodka martini with a twist of lemon.
• A Bloody Mary with tomato juice, celery and hot sauce.

About the Essence

The Tsar’s vodka is a faithful old hand in the range and one of our best-selling essences. It makes the biggest difference when you start from a completely neutral spirit and want to lift it into something you are proud to put on the table. Available in 20 ml, 50 ml, 280 ml, 1000 ml and 25 litres.

Do keep the finished bottle in the freezer. The cold makes the vodka thicker and silkier still, and the fine grain notes step forward in an elegant way. Its clean flavour also makes it a perfect base when you fancy making your own spiced schnapps with herbs, berries or citrus peel.