Belvedere Vodka 1l

Belvedere Vodka

ABV / Proof: 40% (80 proof) Liquor.com+2Difford's Guide+2
Origin: Poland — distilled in Żyrardów under the Polmos Żyrardów Distillery Belvedere Vodka+3Difford's Guide+3VinePair+3
Base & Ingredients: 100% Dankowskie Gold rye; purified artesian well water; no additives (no sugar, glycerin, etc.) Belvedere Vodka+4Specs Online+4Difford's Guide+4

🏛 Brand & Production Notes

• Belvedere was launched in 1993 as a luxury rye vodka brand. Difford's Guide+2Belvedere Vodka+2

• It is owned by LVMH (Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton), positioning it among premium spirit offerings. Belvedere Vodka+2LVMH+2

• The name “Belvedere” references the Belweder (Belvedere) Palace in Warsaw, which also appears as an image on the bottle label. Wikipedia+3VinePair+3Difford's Guide+3

• The vodka’s motto is “Rye. Water. Character.”, reflecting its simplicity and focus on raw materials. Water Street Wines & Spirits+2Belvedere Vodka+2

👃 & 👄 Tasting Profile

• Nose: Delicate aromas of fresh grain, a hint of vanilla or cream, and light floral notes. Difford's Guide+2Water Street Wines & Spirits+2

• Palate: Medium-bodied with a silky texture. Initial smooth sweetness gives way to subtle rye spice, white pepper, and grassy or grainy undertones. Water Street Wines & Spirits+3Liquor.com+3Difford's Guide+3

• Finish: Clean and dry with lingering peppery spice and gentle grain character. Difford's Guide+2Liquor.com+2

Liquor.com describes Belvedere as “smooth and subtly spicy … its mildly weighty palate is balanced with low-key sweetness … a well-integrated, grassy and ultimately clean finish.” Liquor.com

🍸 Cocktail Suggestions

Because of its refined grain character and clean finish, Belvedere works beautifully both in classic and elevated vodka drinks:

• Vodka Martini: The rye notes contribute a savory elegance to a classic martini

• Vodka & Soda / Vodka Tonic: Clean mixers that allow the vodka’s nuance to shine

• Bloody Mary / Red Snapper: The subtle spice pairs well with savory, vegetal ingredients

• Lemon Drop: Bright citrus and the vodka’s slight peppery backbone complement each other

• Espresso Martini / Café Cocktails: The smooth texture helps balance richer flavors

Also excellent neat or with a single large ice cube for tasting.

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