Ballykeefe Irish Vodka

70cl / 40% Vol

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Six times distilled through their bespoke copper column, Ballykeefe Distillery brings you a super-premium Vodka of impeccable purity, this superior potato Vodka will both surprise and delight you in equal measures.

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Ballykeefe Irish Vodka

€37.00

Ex Tax: €30.08

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Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green

Taste Creamy turning clean. Black pepper, waxy oiliness and macadamia nuts.

Nose Light white pepper and a hint of freshly sliced potato. Very clean.

Finish Clean and rounded. Smooth potato finish with mineral notes.

Fact Sheet

Fluid 70cl

Alcohol % 40%

Country Ireland

Producer Ballykeefe Distillery

Serving Suggestion

Serving Suggestion A Bloody Mary Ingredients 2 parts Ballykeefe Artisan Irish Potato Vodka 4 parts organic tomato juice ½ part fresh lemon juice (to taste) 4 dashes of Worcestershire sauce 4 dashes of Tabasco (or hot pepper sauce) ½ teaspoon horseradish Pinch of celery salt Pinch of black pepper Some cubed ice To garnish: Celery, ground black pepper and fresh aromatic herbs

Awards and/or Press Quotes

Awards and/or Press Quotes Best Irish Vodka at the Irish Whiskey Awards 2018

FAQs

Does vodka freeze?

Standard commercial vodka at 40% ABV will not freeze in a domestic freezer, which typically operates at around minus 18 degrees Celsius. Pure ethanol freezes at minus 114 degrees Celsius. However, lower ABV flavoured vodkas and liqueurs may partially freeze. Premium vodkas stored in the freezer lose volatile aromatics at very low temperatures, which is why serving at around 0 to minus 5 degrees Celsius in a chilled glass is preferable to storing in the freezer long term.

Does vodka go off?

No, an unopened bottle of vodka stored correctly has an indefinite shelf life. Once opened, oxidation begins, but the high ABV of 40% and above acts as a preservative that prevents microbial spoilage. Flavoured vodkas with added sugars or fruit components will degrade more quickly after opening. For optimal character retention on premium expressions, consume within two to three years of opening and store away from direct heat and sunlight.

How many calories are in vodka?

A standard 35ml measure of vodka at 40% ABV contains approximately 72 to 78 calories, derived entirely from ethanol at 7 calories per gram. There are no carbohydrates, fats, or sugars in a pure unflavoured vodka. Flavoured and infused vodkas will carry additional calories from added sugars. The calorie count increases proportionally with ABV: a 50% ABV expression will carry roughly 20% more calories per measure than a standard 40% bottling.

What is vodka made from?

Vodka can legally be produced from any agricultural raw material. The most common bases are grain, specifically wheat, rye, or corn, and potato. Wheat based vodkas such as Belvedere and Grey Goose tend toward a clean cereal softness. Rye based expressions like Belvedere Single Estate deliver subtle spice and viscous mouthfeel. Potato vodkas produce a creamier, earthier texture. The distillation and filtration process determines the final character as much as the raw material.

What should you mix with vodka?

The cleanest pairing is cold tonic water, which allows the base spirit character to register without masking it. Freshly squeezed citrus, particularly grapefruit, amplifies the ester brightness of premium wheat vodkas. Tomato juice in a Bloody Mary works well with earthy potato expressions. The key principle: the higher the quality of the vodka, the less you should mask it. Mixing premium single estate vodka with a sugary cordial is a waste of both the bottle and the money spent on it.