Vødtka Vodka Premium Organic Danish Vodka 40%

There is one letter too many in the name, and it is entirely deliberate. The character is the same one that sits on the Danish organic mark, and it has been dropped into the middle of the word vodka so that the label becomes the name. Rarely has a spelling mistake been so carefully considered.

Expert description

Vødtka is an Organic Danish Vodka from Søbogaard, made from organic wheat and bottled at 40%.

Søbogaard is not a distillery in the classic sense. The house was built around organic juice and soft drinks, and the spirits arrived as a side branch of the same thinking: organic raw materials, short ingredient lists and no artificial additions. The alcohol is wheat based, and the flavouring is handled by Søbogaard themselves.

It is a simple vodka, and that is not meant as criticism. The wheat gives a clear, soft sweetness that is allowed to carry the whole thing, while a slender herbal note and a touch of pepper keep it from turning dull. Silky is the word used about it, and it fits.

Tasting notes

Nose

Clean and pale. Wheat sweetness first, then something green and grassy that recalls lemongrass.

Palate

Silky and light. The sweetness lands early on the tongue and a discreet dusting of pepper follows without stabbing.

Finish

Short and clean. Only a faint herbal note and a trace of warmth remain.

Specifications

Name: Vødtka
Producer: Søbogaard
Region/Country: Denmark
Type: Organic Danish Vodka
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Serving suggestion: As a shot with blinis and caviar, or in an Espresso Martini or Cosmopolitan.

Flavour profile

Silky · Wheat sweet · Lightly herbal · Clean

Did you know?

Søbogaard run production both in Herning and in Borup on Zealand. Two parts of the country stand behind the same bottle, which is unusual for a house of that size.

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Frequently asked questions about Vødtka

Why is the name spelled with a Danish ø?

Because the letter is the Danish organic mark. Most Danes know the red Ø from the chilled aisle, and by placing it inside the word vodka the bottle says what it is without spending a single extra word on it.

What does organic mean here?

That the wheat is grown without chemical pesticides or synthetic fertiliser, and that the entire chain from field to bottle is certified. It does not change the flavour by itself, but it is a requirement that runs through the whole production.

How is it best drunk?

Ice cold in a small glass. It is built to be light and smooth, and the cold brings out exactly that quality. Served too warm, the wheat sweetness turns a little heavy and the lightness is lost.

What food does it suit?

The salty and the rich. Blinis with caviar is the classic suggestion and it holds: the sweetness meets the salt without fighting it. Smoked salmon, pickled herring and sour cream work the same way.

Which cocktails is it built for?

The classic and slightly sweet ones. An Espresso Martini or a Cosmopolitan suits it, because the wheat sweetness gives the drink a soft floor. In very bitter drinks it is easily drowned out. See more options among our Vodka brands.

Is it a good vodka for someone who rarely drinks vodka?

Yes. It is mild, free of sharp edges and easy to approach, neat as well as mixed. If you have tried a hard, neutral standard vodka and found it burned, this is a softer place to try again.

Who are Søbogaard?

A Danish organic house best known for juice and soft drinks made from Danish berries and fruit. Spirits are a newer leg, but the philosophy is the same: organic throughout and as few ingredients on the list as possible.