In this video, Charles-Philippe reviews Żubrówka Vodka. Learn all about this vodka in this in-depth review and taste test.

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00:00 Introduction
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00:35 Overview
Cherished in Poland and abroad, Żubrówka is made using a 14th-century recipe, though it only became available commercially in 1928. It is produced at the Polmos Białystok in Poland and sometimes in Belarus.

While every bottle has its own individual blade of bison grass, this is purely decorative. The bison grass flavor is achieved by steeping the plant in alcohol, filtering, ad then mixing with a rye base. You can expect alcohol by volume of 37.5%.

01:41 Robe & Appearance
Zu Bison Grass vodka has a distinctive lime color or tint, though the liquid itself is quite clear. Its viscosity produces scallops on the side of the glass, pointing to the fact that Zubrowka is relatively unctuous for a vodka.

02:15 Nose
Żubrówka Vodka has a prickly nose feel that is rich in aroma. There are notes of hay and vanilla along with some aromatics that include rosemary. Broadly speaking, it is not intense but rather balanced and harmonious.

02:48 Palate
Overall, Zu polish vodka has a sweet primary flavor. The mouthfeel is very creamy and, especially for a vodka, it's very rounded and it's very smooth.

The opening consists of lemon zest, some grape, and a hint of cinnamon. Once you get into the heart, there are notes anise and a hint of cardamom. Interestingly, there's also a note of coconut prior to the finish, which itself consists of tonka bean and rose. The finish is medium to long, and the complexity is surprisingly more prominent on the palate than the nose.

Żubrówka was illegal in the USA until recently due to the bison grass used which contains trace amounts of coumarin. However, a new formula was made for the American market.

04:34 Overall Experience
Żubrówka has a distinctive bottle with a bison accompanied by some text and depictions of medals which are not prizes but speak to the brand itself. Pressed into the glass there are extra blades of grass, as well as the bison and the logo. There is no packaging for the bottle.

Being a very versatile polish vodka, this is a great option to sip neat, especially if you generally don't enjoy drinking vodka in this manner. If you're of Eastern European heritage, this is likely a great option to have on hand.

05:44 Occasion & Value For Money
In terms of occasion, this vodka is ideal for casual parties and a good fit for formal occasions given its unique nature.

With a retail price of $26 or €15 in Europe, it is fairly priced.

06:15 Cocktails & Pairings
Zubrowka can be quite happily sipped neat. If this style isn't your cup of tea (or cup of vodka), you can integrate it into cocktails such as a vodka martini or as a substitute for gin in a typical gin-tonic. Truly, it goes very nicely with some tonic water and a classic twist of lime.

You can also add it to a Moscow mule in which it'll add another layer of complexity. Overall, you'll be safe using it as an alternative to both gin and vodka in lots of different cocktails.

When it comes to pairings, it's said to go very nicely with vanilla ice cream or fruit sorbet. A typical tradition in some parts of Scandinavia is to have akvavit and seafood; you could certainly have Żubrówka instead in such a scenario. Given that many Scandinavian akvavits are herbaceous and rich in fennel, this is a good option if you're not too keen on fennel.

Finally, when it comes to pairing with a cigar, my recommendation would be an Oliva Connecticut Reserve as it has a potent profile with nutty characteristics. Otherwise, another type of Connecticut cigar would marry well with the Żubrówka.

If you have any questions or comments about Zu Bison Grass Polish Vodka, leave us a comment below!

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