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Ketel One
Vodka

Ketel One

Origin
🇳🇱Netherlands
Strength40%
Price Tier
LIBRARIAN'S VERDICT

The bartender's gold standard. Its copper-pot distillation gives it a texture so silky it almost feels like a sin to mix it—though it makes the world's finest Martini.

The Library Note

Named after the original copper pot still 'Distilleerketel #1', this spirit represents over 300 years of Nolet family distilling tradition. Each batch is personally approved by the family, ensuring that the legacy of Dutch excellence remains intact in every bottle.

Sommelier's Perspective

THE NOSE

Fresh with hints of citrus and honey.

THE PALATE

Crisp, sophisticated, and silky on the tongue.

THE FINISH

A long finish with subtle citrus notes.

Sensory Profile

SmokySweetComplexBitterFloral

THE PERFECT SERVE

The 'Signature Martini': In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz Ketel One with a whisper of dry vermouth. Stir over hand-cracked ice for exactly 30 seconds until the glass is frosted. Strain into a chilled coupe and garnish with a lemon twist, expressing the oils over the surface to enhance the wheat's natural citrus notes.

Composition

100% European Winter Wheat
Deep Well Water

EXPERT TECHNIQUE

Small-batch copper pot still distillation combined with modern column distillation, charcoal filtration, and resting in tile-lined tanks.

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