SKYY Vodka 70 cl, 40% ABV - Premium Quadruple Distilled American Vodka

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SKYY vodka was originally sold by SKYY Spirits LLC, established in 1992 by Maurice Kanbar. In 2009 SKYY Spirits LLC was acquired by Campari Group, and in 2012 was renamed Campari America. [2] It is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Gruppo Campari, and markets not only the vodka line, but other Campari products as well. [3] [4] Manufacturing [ edit ] Alcohol, including vodka, interferes with our body’s fat burning process. Normally, our liver metabolizes (breaks down) fats. When alcohol is present, however, your liver prefers to break it down first. If you’re looking for vodka that’s as innovative as its founder, look no further than Skyy Vodka. From its iconic metallic blue bottle to its quirky flavors and variants, this brand has no shortage of surprises! Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (July 14, 2008). "Permit Record - MGP Ingredients of Illinois, Inc".

While it might not be everyone’s first choice for a sipper, some of the best-tasting vodkas on the market are designed to be enjoyed in a cold glass with nothing more than an ice cube to bring out the varied flavor profiles. It depends. Skyy Vodka and Smirnoff are great brands with a similar price range, and your choice of “better value” ultimately depends on personal preference.

Proof: Another term for measuring the alcoholic content of a beverage. The proof is double the alcohol by volume (ABV) measurement. There are three types of vodka on the market, and the main difference between the three simply boils down to what’s been included during the infusion process or what’s been added after the distillation process. Plain vodka SKYY vodka is an American vodka spirit produced by the Campari America division of Campari Group of Milan, Italy, formerly SKYY Spirits LLC. [1] SKYY Vodka is 40% ABV or 80 proof, except in Australia and New Zealand where it is 37.5% ABV / 75 Proof and in South Africa where it is 43% ABV / 86 Proof. Its creator, Maurice Kanbar, claims the vodka is nearly congener-free due to its distillation process. That is why the popular company slogan is "Vodka so filtered - we even took the Russia out of it". [ citation needed] The bottle is a cobalt blue with a clear, adhesive label. In 2008, SKYY expanded the SKYY Vodka line with seventeen new flavors, referred to as SKYY Infusions. These SKYY Infusions are made with fruit. While a single shot of vodka may not seem like a huge deal at under 100 calories, most of us don’t just stop at one drink. Consuming just 3 vodka drinks adds 300 calories to your intake for the day. That’s about the same as a McDonald’s cheeseburger. Skyy has become a favorite of bartenders ever since its release in 1992. Aside from using it to make a mean martini, here are two recipes you can try: Apricot ‘75

Mix it into a highball glass with tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, ice, and any other spices and flavorings to complement the flavors before stirring and garnishing with a celery stalk. A good chaser for SKYY vodka can be any type of drink that you like, as long as it’s not too sweet or overpowering. Some good options include ginger ale, sparkling water, cranberry juice, and Diet Coke.

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Skyy also uses minerals from the Pacific and has contracted a water sommelier, chemist and master bartender to advise on the vodka. The product is quadruple-distilled and triple-filtered through California limestone. The result is a super smooth vodka with a delicate salinity and a touch of mineral which a rich and distinctive mouthfeel. Where is Skyy Vodka From? Although Skyy Vodka is now owned by Campari Group, a big group of beverages — the Skyy Vodka had quite the humble history. Production and bottling of the product was initially outsourced to Frank-Lin Distillers Products in San Jose, California. [5] Bulk ethanol was delivered in railroad tank cars to Frank-Lin's railroad siding near the San Jose rail yards. The ethanol was mixed with filtered and deionized water, flavoring was added, and the product was bottled using a 42-head US Bottlers Machinery Company filling machine to ensure uniform product level. [6] Vodka has kept its title as one of the most popular spirits in the world for many years, which means there are hundreds of different brands to choose from. However, while there are more brands to sample than we could ever reasonably sip, there is a handful that is known for being consistently excellent. Pinnacle is distilled and filtered in France but flavored in the United States. You can tell that the brand has an American twist to it — quirky yet fun flavors like Chocolate Whipped, Kiwi Strawberry, and Double Espresso are present in its line of flavored vodka.

Pinnacle vodka is produced using French grain and water from the same region as Grey Goose. A crisp vodka, it has a fresh nose and is flavored with hints of citrus, vanilla, and wheat. It’s a solid vodka that, while best served chilled, is also enjoyable when mixed at room temperature.The higher the proof, the higher the calorie count (and the bigger effect on your blood alcohol content). For a 1.5-ounce shot of vodka, the number of calories are as follows: The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) considers “low-risk” drinking levels as no more than 4 drinks per day and no more than 14 drinks per week for men. Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. Vodka belt: The Vodka Belt is the part of Europe where around 70 percent of the world’s vodka is produced. It includes the Nordic states (Finland, Sweden, Norway, Iceland), Baltic states (Latvia, Estonia, Lithuania) as well as Russia, Poland, Belarus, and Ukraine. Methodology: How we select, test, and rank the best vodkas