Riga Black Vodka

Riga Black is the Latvian vodka from the same house as the famous bitter Riga Black Balsam. The black label is no coincidence, it's a deliberate nod to the city's most iconic spirit. Where the balsam is dark and spiced, the vodka is its clean, clear counterpart, made by the same house that has distilled in Riga since the 19th century.

Riga Black Vodka Latvia 70 cl 40%

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Riga Black Vodka Latvia
The vodka is made from a premium distillate extracted from specially selected wheat and rye, which is distilled up to 5 times in copper pot stills. After distillation, artesian spring water is added and then filtered. The filtration of the vodka consists of 7 steps and is based on filters made of activated black charcoal and silver. The result is a clear, cool and bright vodka with an amazing purity and texture. The vodka has a texture that is creamy and soft. The aftertaste is characterized by spicy anise and pepper notes that finish the taste experience with a nice warmth and strength. Distillery: Riga Balzams Type: Latvian Vodka Country: Latvia Alc. strength: 40% 70 cl. Other: Griffin is a mythological creature with a body like a lion and head, and wings like an eagle.
1pcs.
21,25EUR

About Riga Black

Riga Black is the Latvian vodka that borrows its name and black label from Riga Black Balsam, the country's famous bitter, but here in a completely different, clean and clear expression. For newcomers, it's an easy way into Baltic vodka, while connoisseurs will appreciate the link to a house that has distilled spirits in Riga since the late 19th century.

History & Background

The vodka comes from Latvijas Balzams, the state spirits company in Riga that has distilled spirits in the Latvian capital since the late 19th century. The company is best known for Riga Black Balsam, a dark herbal bitter that has been part of Latvian culture since 1752, but also produces a clean vodka under the same well-known name.

Production & Style

The vodka is distilled from grain and filtered several times for a clean, neutral character following classic Baltic method.

Signature Style

Clean, Grainy, Sharp
Expect a clean, slightly sharp profile of grain and a short, dry finish.

Facts

Producer	Latvijas Balzams
Founded	1752 (recipe by Abraham Kunze; factory production from 1847)
Pronounced	REE-ga BLAK
Region	Riga
Country	Latvia
Owner	Amber Beverage Group
Raw material	Grain
Official website	blackbalsam.com

Did You Know?

The name Riga Black borrows from the city's famous black bitter, Riga Black Balsam, whose recipe legend says dates back to 1752 and reportedly once cured Catherine the Great herself.

Like Riga Black? You should also try:

Absolut, Stolichnaya and Smirnoff.