Just Black Talking
Just Black Talking
Dr. Justin Black
Vodka Tasting: Navigating The Flavors of The Tofu of Liquors
1 hour 2 minutes Posted Feb 8, 2021 at 10:00 am.
Vodka is the top selling liquor sold in the US and is one of the world's most sold spirits. The reasons behind this are as many as its different styles and brands. The US Government defines vodka as 'neutral spirits lacking distinctive character, aroma, taste, or color'. Vodka is not aged, it is crafted, and it can be made out of potatoes, rye, corn, wheat, grapes, and nearly any grain, fruit or vegetable. So what is the secret behind this spirits drink's success?In this episode, we blind taste six different vodka brands, and we describe our experience from the opening aroma before the first taste until after the liquor goes down our throats. We share predictions on their price range based on how they taste and, at the end, we get some surprising results as to who's the winner for us.Tune in to Just Black Talking and get as clear as vodka on what your taste buds prefer, instead of drinking what others market to you.In This Episode, You Will Learn:Why vodka is a neutral spirit drink
Different types of vodka
Who are the ones drinking vodka straight
Valuable advice about vodka from a bartender
People that drink but want to avoid the taste of alcohol
Why vodka is the tofu of liquors
The best way to pick your drinks
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Vodka is the top selling liquor sold in the US and is one of the world's most sold spirits. The reasons behind this are as many as its different styles and brands. The US Government defines vodka as 'neutral spirits lacking distinctive character, aroma, taste, or color'. Vodka is not aged, it is crafted, and it can be made out of potatoes, rye, corn, wheat, grapes, and nearly any grain, fruit or vegetable. So what is the secret behind this spirits drink's success?In this episode, we blind taste six different vodka brands, and we describe our experience from the opening aroma before the first taste until after the liquor goes down our throats. We share predictions on their price range based on how they taste and, at the end, we get some surprising results as to who's the winner for us.Tune in to Just Black Talking and get as clear as vodka on what your taste buds prefer, instead of drinking what others market to you.In This Episode, You Will Learn:Why vodka is a neutral spirit drink (3:30)Different types of vodka (8:50)Who are the ones drinking vodka straight (19:00)Valuable advice about vodka from a bartender (22:30)People that drink but want to avoid the taste of alcohol (26:00)Why vodka is the tofu of liquors (39:15)The best way to pick your drinks (59:30)Let's connect!WebsiteInstagram