Ketel One Vodka

Volume: 0.7 litres | Alcohol content: 40%

Special Features:

Ketel One combines two distillation methods: its base is a column-distilled wheat spirit, part of which is distilled again in copper pot stills. The grain used is entirely winter wheat. The distillates are filtered through charcoal; before bottling, the vodka rests for at least 24 hours to allow its components to integrate.

Alongside its fresh citrus notes, the vodka has a subtle grain character and natural sweetness. Black pepper adds a delicate tingle, while fennel and sweet liquorice remain gentle nuances. Ketel One can be enjoyed neat, over ice or as a base for cocktails such as the Vodka Martini, Bloody Mary and Espresso Martini.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: The nose reveals fresh, delicate citrus notes and a hint of honey.
• Palate: The vodka feels fresh and soft on the palate, with a lively tingle. Its texture coats the tongue with a silky feel.
• Finish: The long finish remains soft and silky, with subtle flavours lingering.

Distillery/Bottler:

Nolet Distillery is located in Schiedam in the Netherlands and has remained in the Nolet family's ownership since its founding in 1691. Eleven generations have run the distillery. Ketel One Vodka, however, was only created in 1983 under the tenth generation, so the distillery's history reaches back much further than that of the vodka.

The vodka takes its name from the historic copper still Distilleerketel No. 1, which is also depicted on the label. A member of the Nolet family still personally approves every batch. The bottle has also been refined for use behind the bar: following feedback from bartenders, the company lengthened its neck to make it easier to grip when working quickly.

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