In 2009, everyone was saying vodka is dead. Food and Wine called it passé. The New York Times seemed a little iffy about vodka. Not everyone was fooled, especially us. Now, according to the LA Times, vodka is on the upswing with local mixologists, and it’s finally getting some respect. Both mixologists in the story agree that they don’t want to bury the vodka in mixers, and even suggesting that they want to taste the
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A long time ago, Myth Busters did a few episodes on vodka myths (Vodka Myths 1, Vodka Myths 2, Vodka Myths 3). It turns out, there are a lot of uncommon uses for vodka. I definitely didn’t fact check all these before posting, but I tried to only list real things. Vodka Sauce It turns out that certain parts of tomatoes are alcohol soluble. By cooking with vodka, you can extract those flavors, cooking away
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There has been a TON of chatter recently about strange vodka flavors. With Pinnacle’s crazy flavors, it’s a wonder that any flavor of vodka is an oddity nowadays, but, despite not being surprised anymore, here’s a list of the vodka flavors I think are craziest. Alaska Distillery‘s Smoked Salmon Vodka: I can’t even imagine drinking this in a bloody mary. Alaska Distillery‘s Purgatory Hemp Vodka: Another from Alaska Distillery, I just can’t fathom what this
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I hadn’t heard of Industry City Distillery until I happened upon an article on the Brooklyn Daily Eagle. I can’t say I know a lot about distilling vodka, but I’ve never heard it being made quite like Industry City Distillery is doing it. They’re using a lot of chemistry to do some very interesting things. This is the science fiction type of distilling that you’d expect in the 21st century. If their website is to
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According to USA Today, Beam, maker of Jim Beam, purchased Pinnacle Vodka (and Calico Jack rum) for $605 million in cash. Pinnacle, especially the whipped cream flavor, has been massively popular if the discussions on VodkaBuzz have any bearing on reality, so it’s no surprise that the bourbon maker would want to snatch up the brand. Beam says the acquisition should boost shares between 5 and 10 cents. I doubt we’ll be seeing a bourbon
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Hot on the heels of Dan Benjamin and Merlin Mann announcing that they will have a custom Amy’s Ice Cream combo called Bulk Bag, Austinist has the *ahem* scoop about a White Russian flavored tribute Tito’s Handmade Vodka founder Tito Beveridge (and the cult classic The Big Lebowski) called The Dude. The kick-off event is “a few weeks away”, but there will be an event on May 30th at 5:00 PM in the Burnet Road
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According to an LA Weekly blog post by Clarissa Wei, studies show that intoxication makes people smarter. Or, more correctly put by cognitive psychologist Jennifer Wiley, “Innovation may happen when people are not so focused.” I’ve definitely had my share of vodka fueled innovations (like the site you’re reading now), but I’ve also noticed that I’m more creative when I’m tired. I think the same principle applies. That said, you make a sacrifice with this
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Back in August, 2011, The Weekly Standard published an article called the Vodka Nation by Victorino Matus. It’s an ambitious piece of journalism that covers the rise of vodka in America, including several detailed accounts of particular brands attempts to corner the market. Absolut’s ad campaigns as well as Sidney Frank’s invention of Grey Goose are interesting highlights. The article also covers the effect of celebrity endorsment on a vodka brand. Vodka Nation is quite
BevShots takes close up photos of various alcohols to make art. My friend Jeremy sent me this link a long time ago. You might have seen it by now, but it’s still neat.