Cardrona Distillery
Cardrona Distillery
44%
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The Reid Single Malt Vodka, produced by the woman-founded Cardrona Distillery in New Zealand, is made from single malt and bottled at 44% ABV. It retails for around $74.99.
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The ethanol is pretty hidden in this vodka, revealing a surprisingly sweet aroma — almost cake-like, with notes of vanilla icing. A subtle hint of red licorice, reminiscent of Twizzlers, sneaks through in the background.
Exceptionally smooth and bright, this vodka carries a gentle malty sweetness alongside a delicate fruitiness with a pear-like character.
Short and sweet — clean with a soft sweetness that fades smoothly. A hint of lingering vanilla and subtle grain notes leave a pleasant impression.
This is a surprisingly flavorful vodka, yet it remains clean and smooth. It has the potential to elevate sweeter vodka-based cocktails like cosmos and espresso martinis with its subtle depth. Enjoy it over ice or slightly chilled, although if served too cold, you'll lose some of its nuanced sweet malt notes.
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Disclosure: The producer provided this sample to review free of charge, and without expectation of review or rating.
