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What is vodka?

Vodka (Водка) is a traditional Russian alcoholic beverage; vodka is made from grains or potatoes, distilled to make up to 95 degrees of alcohol, then watered down to 40 degrees to 60 degrees of distilled water, and filtered through activated charcoal to make the spirit more crystalline and clear, colorless and light and refreshing.

To make people feel not sweet, not bitter, not astringent, only the flaming excitement, the formation of vodka unique characteristics. Therefore, in a variety of cocktails, vodka is the most flexible, adaptability and adaptability of a spirit.

Expanded Information

Vodka brewing materials: Although most vodkas are now made from grains (especially barley, wheat and rye), there are no special requirements for vodka brewing materials, and all fermentable ingredients can be used to make vodka, including, of course grapes and potatoes.

Vodka can be sold and consumed without aging, and a small amount, such as spiced vodka, is diluted and then scented to give it an aromatic flavor. Vodka, like gin, is a high-alcohol beverage made from grains and does not need to be aged.

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