The best variety of vodka

There is probably no such person in the world who would not know what vodka is. The rating of this product among other spirits is quite high.

Who drinks how much

It is human nature to compare certain facts and draw parallels. For example, the well-known British magazine The Economist conducted interesting research a couple of years ago on the most popular spirits such as gin, rum, tequila, scotch and vodka.

The rating of their consumption around the world in 2012 was as follows:

P / p No.	Product name	The amount of consumed beverage, billion liters per year
1	Vodka	4,44
2	Rum	1,47
3	Scotch	0,86
4	Gin	0,44
5	Tequila	0,23

Studies have confirmed that the most popular type of alcoholic beverage is still vodka. The rating of its consumption in the context of countries also turned out to be quite expected. No one was surprised by the fact that most vodka is drunk in Russia. It turns out that an average of 13.9 liters of this drink is consumed per person per year. The figure is considerable, and it is worth thinking about it. Indeed, in other countries this figure is much lower. For example, for Ukraine it is 7.7 liters, for Poland - 7.0, for Kazakhstan - 5.9, and for Germany - 0.9 liters.

Harm level

Many people mistakenly believe that vodka is the most harmful drink. In fact, everything looks very different. It turns out that there are drinks that hit the human body much harder than vodka. Their danger rating on a ten-point hangover scale is as follows:

• Whiskey, brandy - 8.
• Red wine and champagne - 7.
• White wine - 6.
• Beer - 4.
• Vodka - 3.

An unusual picture? It turns out that everything is very simple. Scientists have determined that brandy and whiskey accumulate a large amount of harmful substances that can poison the human body over a long aging period. And ethanol, contained, for example, in whiskey, is rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream and reaches its maximum level within an hour. If you don't follow the norm, then the hangover will be just cruel.

Beer, according to scientists, creates problems for the heart, intestines and, of course, the figure. In addition, it can create hormone imbalances. Vodka is the purest product. It contains no impurities, flavors or colors. And if you do not overdo it with the quantity and do not mix it with anything, then the consequences will be minimal.

Which vodka is better

Until 2010, international expert commissions did not conduct research on which of the vodkas produced in different countries of the world was better. American experts decided to fill this gap. They held a tasting in order to establish a rating of the vodka. As a result, ten best brands of this drink were selected, which, according to the method of decreasing quality, were arranged in the following sequence:

1. Gray Goose made in France.
2. Crystall. Products of the Russian plant "Kristall".
3. Krolewska made in Poland.
4. Youri Dolgoruki, Russia.
5. Finlandia made in Finland.
6. Jewel of Russia is from Russia.
7. Vincent. Vodka from the Netherlands.
8. Rain made in the USA.
9. Ketel One, Netherlands.
10. 3 Olives made in England.

The compiled rating of vodka confirmed the unconditional leadership of France. Although many believe that this is a primordially Russian product, in this case, the ideal selection of raw materials and five-fold purification with limestone make the quality of Gray Goose undeniable and so far unattainable at the moment.

What Russians love

Yes, foreign goods, of course, are good, but an ordinary buyer still focuses in his choice on a domestic manufacturer. This could be due to a difference in price or conventional trust. After all, our country is rich in both first-class raw materials and good specialists who are capable of producing products of decent quality. According to research conducted in 2013, according to consumers, the vodka rating in Russia is as follows:

1. "Stolichnaya".
2. Finlandia.
3. "Count Ledoff".
4. "Five lakes".
5. Husky.
6. "Double Gold".
7. Saimaa.
8. "Firewood. Purified with birch charcoal. "
9. Talka.
10. "Baikal".

The positions were allocated between products based on positive and negative customer reviews. The difference between these indicators became the starting point for determining the leader. The results show that the most popular is vodka produced in Altai. Everything is clear here, because the famous land has always been famous for its huge reserves of the purest water and first-class grain.

What anyone can afford

Of course, not everyone can afford vodka like Gray Goose. Its price ranges from 1,500 to 1,860 rubles. per bottle with a capacity of 0.75 liters. Therefore, in 2014, Russian specialists from Krasnoyarsk conducted a tasting of vodka products of their own production and foreign factories, the cost of which does not exceed 600 rubles.

12 samples were presented to the jury, from which the rating of the best vodka in the indicated price segment was compiled. The local vodka "Yarich" was recognized as the best. She scored 9.63 points on a ten-point scale. The second was vodka from distant France "Aristoff", which got 9.54 points. The third place of honor was taken by two contenders: "Russian Standard" from St. Petersburg and "Saimaa" from Finland. They both received 9.43 points.

The experts focused on such indicators as color, transparency, taste and aroma of the product. True, ordinary buyers do not quite agree with their opinion. Most ordinary people do not consider Yarich to be the best vodka. But specialists probably know better.

Competition "Vodka of the Year"

Recently, it has become a good tradition to hold Product of the Year contests in various industries. That is why leading experts from the CIS countries came together to determine which is the best vodka in Russia. The rating of candidates for the title "The Best Vodka of 2015" determined 10 winners.

Sibalko vodka became the undisputed leader. She received a gold medal and Grand Prix as a multiple winner. Next, in order of priority, are Imperial Trust and Honey Lemon. These first three winners are really worthy of all the praise.

Further, starting from the fourth place, the products were arranged in the following sequence: organic vodka “Chistye Rosy”, “Black Diamond”, “Gulfstream”, “Radamir”, Selecta Lux, Haoma White, and “Gradus Gold” rounds off the top ten. The drinks were judged by their organoleptic characteristics and delighted the jury. For example, everyone liked the original taste of Radamir. And the reason for this is the addition of raisin infusion, which is a proprietary feature of the product.

Down with fakes

Usually, experts determine the quality rating of vodka based on the approved organoleptic characteristics. These include color, appearance, taste, and aroma. In addition, there are also physicochemical criteria, which include the strength, as well as the presence of accompanying alcohols, oils, ethers and other elements in the investigated product. But all this requires a real laboratory. But what about an ordinary buyer who makes a choice every day, standing in front of multi-tiered store shelves, lined with numerous types of products? After all, it's not a secret for anyone that there are a lot of fakes on sale that cannot be distinguished in appearance. What to do in this case?

For starters, don't look at the price. The number of zeros does not at all indicate the quality of the product.If there is no familiar name among the rich assortment, then it is best to perform the simplest operation: pick up a bottle and turn it sharply counterclockwise. In this case, there can be two results:

1. Small bubbles are formed, which settle on the surface and quickly disappear.
2. Large bubbles remain on the surface of the liquid for a long time.

For the correct choice, the first option is preferable. And in the second case, you shouldn't make a purchase. You need to remember this brand and never again pay attention to such a product.

Many people, after reading the headline, will say that there is no good vodka, and all alcohol is poison. But there are such concepts in the world as the culture of drinking and a sense of proportion. In many countries, traditions have long been established that this alcoholic drink has become an indispensable attribute of the festive table, social receptions, hunting and other events.

It is noteworthy that until recently such a rating was not compiled, and only in 2011 a reputable American company made a rating, and thanks to the experts participating in the survey, we can say for sure which is the best vodka in the world. First, we will consider world trends, and then we will characterize what is the highest quality vodka in Russia.

Absolut. Sweden

The name of this alcoholic drink, produced by the Swedish company "Vin & Sprit", began to be used since 1879, when, when distilling spirits, they received a completely new, pure product.

The shape of the bottle, reminiscent of a Swedish pharmacy bottle, also turned out to be peculiar, and later they abandoned the paper label, so as not to cover the crystal-clear product from the consumer.

Today Absolut vodka is exported to 130 countries of the world, and in 2008 the rights to its production were bought by a French company.

Vermont Spirits White. USA

The manufacturer positions its vodka as an elegant, stylish drink for all occasions. During the production, the most modern methods of purification are used, which results in a very soft and transparent product.

This vodka is quite popular in the United States, and experts firmly place it in the middle of the second dozen ratings. The aroma contains grains, cream and delicate herbs, the taste is mild, and the aftertaste is marked by the aftertaste of dried fruits and chalk.
American vodka is popular in bars around the world for mixing various cocktails, as well as for drinking neat.

Stolichnaya. Russia

One of the most recognizable Russian vodka brands not only in Russia, but also in the world. Vodka from wheat and rye grains began to be produced in 1901, and in the USSR, along with Moskovskaya, it was the most popular.

Today it is produced at factories in the Russian Federation, as well as under license at distilleries in Latvia. "Stolichnaya" takes the leading place in export to the countries of Europe and America.

The best varieties of wheat are used in the production, and fermentation takes more than 60 hours on the basis of artesian water, and, which is important for improving the quality, is carried out in several stages.

Vox. Holland

According to experts, one of the most delicious vodkas in the world, which is not inferior to the world's leading brands in terms of softness and tenderness.

The best grades of alcohol are used in the production, as well as the most modern technologies of fermentation and grain cleaning. To obtain a mild taste, wheat grains are distilled 5 times, and the distillation process allows you to obtain a high-quality product that will be appreciated by the most sophisticated connoisseur.
The manufacturing company uses effective marketing and bottled Vox in bottles that are original in shape and quality in content.

Russian Standard. Russia

Another vodka from Russia, embodying the glorious Russian traditions of making strong alcoholic beverages. According to legend, the history of the "Russian Standard" dates back to 1430.

Today it is produced from selected varieties of wheat, and the water is taken from an underground source on Lake Ladoga. To avoid counterfeiting, all products are accompanied by a personal certificate of quality.

The Russian strong drink has long conquered the world market and is exported to more than 50 countries around the world.

Three Olives. England

For many years, experts have confidently put this alcoholic drink originally from England in the honorable 10th place. It would seem that in the camp where whiskey or brandy is traditionally drunk, it was possible to produce vodka of a fairly high quality.

For production, winter wheat distilled for four years, as well as the purest water, are used. The product has been produced since 1998, and, remarkably, only by hand.

The main market for the Three Olives is Foggy Albion itself, where they are produced, and the United States.

Ketel One. Holland

The Netherlands has recently begun to master vodka production, and by right their products occupy leading positions. Most of the drinks are produced in the town of Shiedam.

The Dutch skillfully combine old traditions of production and new methods of distillation. The result is a high quality alcohol, which is used in the release of "Ketel One".

The product has been successfully competing with other national drinks for a long time, and in recent years it has been actively exported to the EU countries. The taste is rich, alcoholic, and in the final residue liquorice and balsamic shades are clearly felt.

Rain. USA

The registered American trade mark "Rain" produces vodka from the best varieties of white corn and wheat. Manufacturing methods produce a soft but almost tasteless product.

In the main aromas, hints of pear, moss and hay are felt, but in the aftertaste you can hear distinct tastes of sweetish grain. In American ratings, he constantly occupies leading positions, gaining 92 points out of 100.

Bartenders note that the corn product is an excellent base for any cocktail. The American strong drink is poured into original bottles, which are specially produced by Sazerac Co.

Vincent. Holland

Naturally, only the Dutch have the right to call their alcoholic drink "Vincent", and the product turned out to be as great as the paintings of the famous artist.

It is made by hand from wheat and the addition of barley, and only in small batches, mainly on order for major world celebrations and events. There are two stages of distillation, which significantly softens the alcohol.

In addition, the traditional method of still cleaning is used, and then it is cleaned with copper. The label, which depicts Vincent Van Gogh and the palette, is also original.

Jewel of Russia. Russia

Experts rightfully call this intoxicating drink the "Treasure of Russia". The product is little known to the domestic consumer, since it is mainly produced for export to Europe and Asia.

It is made on the basis of the well-known Stolnaya brand, but with significant differences. Only natural ingredients and ancient Russian recipes are used. To improve the quality of the alcohol base and mild taste, it is distilled 5 times.

The composition includes fructose, which adds softness to it. In the aroma, in addition to the main grains, there are refined notes of lemon peel, with light hints of spices.

Finlandia. Finland

In the manufacture, they use the purest glacier melt water and six-row barley, which allows you to get a special and mild taste.

The distillery began producing alcoholic beverages in 1888, but the Finlandia brand was patented in 1970. Since then, the high-quality alcoholic product has become known far beyond the borders of Scandinavia.

In addition to ordinary vodka, various tinctures are produced, with the addition of all kinds of flavors. One of the most popular in the world, and at the present stage it is sold in 135 countries of the world, occupying a leading position in sales.

Youri Dolgoruki. Russia

The Moscow plant "Kristall" decided to release a high-quality alcoholic drink for the 850th anniversary of the capital of Russia, which it named in honor of the Grand Duke.
Only selected grain is used, and in the cleaning methods, along with traditional methods, the latest technologies are used. This is what made it possible to achieve softness and freshness, with excellent taste. Note that the recipe has no analogues in the world, and is kept secret.

The gift version was issued in the form of the crown of the Russian Empire, and in a short time the vodka gained popularity among consumers and was highly appreciated by specialists.

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As you know, vodka in the world is one of the most consumed alcoholic beverages in almost all countries. Until relatively recently, such drinks were not evaluated internationally. Good or bad vodka - everyone determined for himself. But today you can see the official ratings of vodka, although some conclusions can be disagreed with.

How vodka is evaluated in international competitions

Probably not worth saying that today in the world you can find a huge number of products of this type. There are so many names of vodka products that no rating agency simply cannot count them.

Some people think that names like "Royal" or "Tsarskaya vodka" are already the key to success and popularity. Alas, this is not the case. First, aqua regia in the usual sense is a mixture of concentrated nitric and sulfuric acids in a 1: 3 ratio. And secondly, the name can be as simple as you like, and the quality is the highest. On the other hand, today you can find aqua regia intended for drinking. It is a cocktail and is prepared on the basis of ordinary vodka, dessert vermouth, pepper and orange liqueurs.

But now about the assessment. As a rule, in all international tasting competitions, vodka brands are evaluated according to several criteria: aroma, taste, transparency, aftertaste, bottle appearance, etc. Our person, frankly, does not understand why the bottle is involved in the assessment, because the main thing is not what is outside, but what is inside.

It is this moment that raises great doubts, since today you can find expensive brands of vodka such as "OVAL Swarovski Crystal" in a bottle of gold, trimmed with stones. It is clear that its cost is about 7 thousand dollars, and only because of the golden bottle.

What determines the quality of vodka and how to determine it

Vodka is a mixture of alcohol and water, and you can immediately notice these two components that affect its quality. As a rule, rectified water and pure artesian water are used in production, although low-quality products can be found anywhere.

In addition, the indicator of the content of fusel oils and other impurities is also directly related to quality. Many unscrupulous manufacturers even add sulfuric acid to increase the strength of the drink!

At home, by the way, it is quite simple to check the quality of alcohol or vodka. To do this, you can use ordinary potassium permanganate. The faster the alcohol or vodka turns into the color of potassium permanganate (much less than five minutes), the worse the product.

You can do it even easier. Just shake the vodka bottle. If large bubbles form in it, then the product is of poor quality. If the bubbles are small (barely noticeable) and rise upward like a snake, then the vodka is good. Finally, the easiest option is to put the vodka in the freezer for a couple of hours. If the appearance of ice is noticeable, then this is not vodka, and do not understand what. Water freezes, but low-quality alcohol remains. In addition, in modern production, double distillation is often used, and with such a technology, such an effect should not be observed.

World ranking (TOP-15): top five

Good vodka isn't always expensive. World ratings prove this. What is most interesting is that the positions of vodkas in the ratings of different countries can be very different.

For example, Smirnoff is recognized as the best-selling vodka in the world, followed by Absolute and, surprisingly, Nemiroff.

The leader among Russian varieties in sales abroad is Stolichnaya vodka. Most interestingly, it is recognized by almost all the world's leading rating agencies in this area.

However, according to the data of absolutely all sources on a comprehensive assessment, the best vodka today is the French brand "Gray Goose", which is made with five-fold distillation. According to analysts' forecasts, it has every chance of pushing out competitors in terms of sales.

The second place is taken by the Russian vodka "Crystall", followed by the Polish brand "Krolewska" almost without a break. Another Russian brand - Yury Dolgoruki vodka (Youri Dolgoruki) - has firmly settled in fourth place, and the well-known Finnish vodka Finlandia closes the top five.

It is interesting that Kristall vodka uses not only high-quality alcohol and water, but also a special additive to soften the taste (regulate acidity) in the form of malic acid. In its production, a special carbohydrate module called "Alcosoft" is also used. Stolichnaya vodka is produced according to the classic technology, which has been worked out to a high degree, which allowed this brand to become one of the most popular in the world.

World ranking (TOP-15): second five

Less popular and good vodka is presented in the second five. In terms of downgrading, the places here are distributed as follows: Russian vodka Jewel of Russia, Dutch Vincent, Rain (USA), Ketel One of Dutch production and English brand 3 Olives.

Note that even good vodka from Holland and England is presented here, although these countries do not differ in special consumption of vodka products (except for whiskey in Great Britain), since here we are talking more about the consumption of beer and its varieties.

World ranking (TOP-15): third five

The third five in the world rating are presented in the form of such popular brands as Russian Standard (Russian Standard, Russia), Vox (Netherlands), Stolichnaya (Russia), American Vermont Spirits White and Swedish Absolut.

It is clear that one can disagree with such a rating, because good vodka that is not included in the "Top-15" can be found in any country in the world. Nevertheless, based on these data, one can immediately see that Russian and Dutch manufacturers are leading in production and quality. True, it is worth noting here that Russia is more focused on the domestic market, while Holland is more focused on the external one.

The best vodka

As it is already clear, the French brand "Gray Goose" was recognized as the best vodka. But do not forget that if such a rating were compiled, say, in Russia, Ukraine or Belarus, then it could undergo significant changes.

In addition, if you look at the price difference, many people simply cannot afford a French drink. But Russian and Ukrainian varieties are relatively inexpensive (price for the same volume). And the taste can also be argued here, because our people prefer, so to speak, the classics, and they absolutely do not need all these inventions with a softening of taste.

The most unusual and expensive vodka

Now let's dwell on the most unusual varieties of vodka. One has already been said from Swarovski. Among the most expensive vodkas, it is worth mentioning the Belver Bears brand, which has become an official attribute of the 2014 Cannes Film Festival. Its price is about 7 thousand 250 US dollars.

But, perhaps, the most unusual are drinks like Russo-Baltique with a cost of 740 thousand dollars and DIVA, which is sold at a price of 1 million dollars. In the first case, the price is due to the fact that the bottle cork is made of yellow and white gold, and an SUV is attached to it when purchasing. In the second case, the price rises due to the fact that precious and semiprecious stones are added to the vodka when bottled.

But all the records will be broken by a more expensive version of Russo-Baltique vodka, a bottle of which is packed in 30-centimeter bullet-proof glass, the cork, as it should be, is made using white and yellow gold, and an SUV with gold wheels is included in the purchase package. The price for this product has not yet been reported, but one can imagine how much such a drink will cost.

Outcome

In general, the choice of vodka, of course, depends on the taste preferences of the buyer himself and his ability to pay.Nevertheless, many manufacturers in the post-Soviet space today offer a fairly high quality product at a relatively low price. Naturally, you shouldn't buy cheap artisanal vodka or a fake of some global brand. It is not known how the consumption of such a product may end. In addition, there is an unofficial system in the world, in which it is clearly indicated that such and such vodka on the domestic or foreign market costs no less than so much and so much. That is why you should not take even a well-known vodka in a beautiful bottle at a deliberately low price.

Despite the fact that almost every country has its own interpretation of this type of alcohol, vodka is a truly Russian drink, our national pride. Today on the shelves of shops you can find a great variety of names of vodka. How to make the right choice? Our quality rating of vodka is based on tests carried out by experts from the Independent Vodka Laboratory, and is calculated for each brand as the arithmetic mean of its smell, taste and softness ratings.

The rating of vodka in the opinion of Russian consumers is determined by the difference in the number of positive and negative reviews and reflects the current index of satisfaction with the quality and price of the product.

Good vodka in Russia costs at least 250 rubles per 0.5 liter, the most expensive is about 2000 rubles. It is dangerous or pointless to go beyond these ranges when buying. Cheap vodka is either fake or of poor quality, which means a headache cannot be avoided. Too expensive vodka most likely does not differ in taste and hangover properties from the majority in the middle price segment.

Rating of the best vodka in Russia in terms of quality 2017

Parliament Fito	9.5	10	9	9.5	166
Finlandia	9	9	9	9	2004
White birch Frosty cranberry	8.3	9.7	8.7	8.9	266
Count Ledoff	8	9	8.5	8.5	1325
Winter road	8	9.5	8	8.5	453
Honest	8	8	9.3	8.4	403
Saimaa	8	8.5	8.5	8.3	990
Stolichnaya	8	8.5	8.5	8.3	1874
Tsar's Original	8	9	8	8.3	501
Blavod	8	8.5	8	8.2	165
Spring Classic	7.5	9	8	8.2	62
Beluga	8.5	8.5	7	8	621
Double White	7	8	9	8	205
Moscow Special	8	8.5	7.5	8	323
Five lakes	8	7.6	8.3	8	808
White birch	8.5	8.5	7	8	510
White Gold Black Edition	7.5	8.5	7.5	7.8	16
Haze Lux	6.5	10	7	7.8	57
Double Gold	8	8	7.5	7.8	520
Russian diamond Premium	8	8	7.5	7.8	126
Five lakes Special	6.5	9	7.5	7.7	83
Kalinka Khokhloma	7	8	8	7.7	84
Winter road at night	7	9	7	7.7	99
Russian ice	8	8	7	7.7	130
Green rye stamp	7.5	8.5	7	7.7	94
Husky	7	8.5	7.5	7.7	992
Kalinovaya	7	9	7	7.7	11
Tear of Russia	8	8	7	7.7	30
Yamskaya Bezhomelnaya	7.2	8.5	7	7.6	58
National currency	7	8	7.5	7.5	17
Crystal	7.5	8	7	7.5	54
Aurora	7.3	8.3	7	7.5	22
Dudka	7.3	9	6	7.4	405
Cranes	7.6	7.6	7	7.4	514
Verst	6.7	9.7	5.7	7.4	16
Firewood Cleaned with birch charcoal	7	7.5	7.5	7.3	776
Monarchy On pine nuts	7	8	7	7.3	2
Sormovskaya Suite	8	7	7	7.3	71
Eristoff (Eristoff)	7.5	9.5	5	7.3	439
Measuring on milk	8	6.5	7.5	7.3	380
Golden square	7	7	8	7.3	18
Russian decanter Premium classic	7	7	8	7.3	38
Squirrel: I came! On mushrooms	6.3	8.3	7	7.2	18
Squirrel: I came! On coconut	6	8.3	7.3	7.2	18
White Gold Premium	7	7.3	7.3	7.2	16
Russian gold	7	7.7	7	7.2	88
Taiga	8	7	6.5	7.2	124
Stamp Special	6.5	7.5	7.5	7.2	31
Putinka Classic	7	7.7	7	7.2	62
Medoff Lux	7	7	7.5	7.2	545
Russian caliber	6	8.5	7	7.2	29
Old Tale Silver Filtration	7	7	7.5	7.2	3
Monarchy	5.7	8.7	7	7.1	8
Tavern Classic	7.3	7.7	6.3	7.1	8
Squirrel: I came! On the cones	6	8.3	6.6	7	25
Degree Perfection	5	9	7	7	62
Crystal	6	8	7	7	146
Baikal	6.5	7.5	7	7	628
Haoma Original	6.8	7.6	6.6	7	425
Celsius Classic	6.5	9	5.5	7	428
Kalashnikov	6	7.5	7.5	7	272
Silver Premium	6.5	7	7.5	7	253
Izhitsa	6.5	7.5	7	7	11
Finnish parish	7	7	7	7	14
Cedarwood on cedar resin	7.7	6.7	6.3	6.9	243
White gold	6.7	6.7	7	6.8	63
Nemiroff Ukrainian birch special	7	7.5	6.5	6.8	77
Green mark Traditional recipe	6	7.5	7	6.8	246
Soft Lux	6.5	7.5	6.5	6.8	12
Myagkov	6	8.3	6	6.8	78
Soft Gold	6.5	8	6	6.8	11
Red viburnum	7.5	6.5	6	6.7	103
Old Moscow	6	8	6	6.7	151
Russian North Traditional	7	7	6	6.7	101
Etalon Birch	6	7.3	6.7	6.7	3
Rusitsa Elite	5	7	8	6.7	26
Squirrel: I came!	6	6	8	6.7	409
Arkhyz classical	6.3	7	6.6	6.6	49
Old Yekaterinburg	8	5	6.5	6.5	0
Kazenka	6.6	7	6	6.5	14
Fortress	6.3	7.3	6	6.5	13
Soft	6.5	7.5	5.5	6.5	26
Bear	7	5	7	6.3	117
Canteen	6.5	7	5.5	6.3	164
Talka	5.5	7	6.5	6.3	1101
Old Kazan Lux	6	7	6	6.3	19
St. Petersburg	5	8	6	6.3	18
White key	5	8.5	5.5	6.3	323
Gzhelka Soft	6.3	6	6.7	6.3	78
Pantoff Gold Special	6	6.5	6.5	6.3	24
Demidov Gold	6.2	6.6	6.2	6.3	40
Korela	6	6.5	6	6.2	146
White beauty	5.5	7.5	5.5	6.2	14
Native edges	5.5	8.5	4.5	6.2	8
Smirnov No. 21	5	8.5	5	6.2	246
Soyuz-Victan on birch brunks	5.3	6.6	6.6	6.2	8
Belenkaya	6.3	6.3	6	6.2	706
Slavyanskaya Soft on birch buds	6	7	5.5	6.2	15
Soft Sign Medium	5.7	6.3	6.3	6.1	9
Kind In a decanter Soft	5.5	6	6.5	6	64
Russian	5	6.5	6.5	6	80
Take a walk Hlebnaya	4	8	6	6	19
Bread compound Premium	5.5	6.5	6	6	27
Degree (Gradus)	6	5.5	6.5	6	129
Russian quality guarantor	5.3	6.7	5.7	5.9	180
Russian quality guarantor (On berries)	4.5	7.5	5.5	5.8	46
Soul of the Cedar Fields	5.5	6	6	5.8	17
Buzuluk	5.5	7	5	5.8	22
Grouse	4	7	6	5.7	189
Old Continent Classic	6	6	5	5.7	14
Onega Soft	6	6	5	5.7	39
Bulbash Special	6	6	5	5.7	848
Doctor Stoletov Berezovaya	6.7	5	5.3	5.7	26
Khortytsya Silver cool	5.5	6.5	5	5.7	367
Poltina	5	6.3	5.8	5.7	46
Ural constellation	4.5	6.5	5.5	5.5	7
Slavic feast Classic	5	7	4.5	5.5	16
Volodya and the Bears Classic	4	7	5	5.3	25
Granenych	4	6	6	5.3	27
Real Russian Soft	5	5.5	5.5	5.3	32
Belebeevskaya Aroma of black currant	4.7	6	5.3	5.3	33
Merchant Rastorguev	5	5.5	5.5	5.3	19
Frost and sun classic	5.7	4.3	5.3	5.1	27
Svedlovchanka	4	6	5	5	23
Snow Leopard	4	6	5	5	3
Nemirovskaya Special	4.3	4.6	4.3	4.4	53
Height Lux	6	7	5.3	4.3	126
Jewish	3.5	4	3.5	3.7	114
Russian standard	4	3.5	3	3.5	15

According to the above rating, the best vodka in Russia in 2017, according to experts, is Parliament Fito, while consumers prefer Finlandia. As the saying goes: "There are no comrades for taste and color."

The choice of even such a seemingly simple drink as vodka should be treated with special care. Whatever connoisseur you are and whatever your preferences, it is worth remembering one golden rule - "Everything is good in moderation."