Scotch? No thanks. Whats the best Vodka.?

I'll take the Scotch. Sure, I can taste the differences, but, I think Vodka is more about marketing than taste.

Vodka fans, very interesting so far, and thanks for responding. A few new ones I've never heard of and intend to investigate. A lot of Ketel One fans (it is spelled Ketel) which is a superior vodka. For those of you who don't know, Ketel One is old time pot distilled, as is Tito's. Both, along with Belvedere, Monopolova, 360 Vodka (my new fav), and others for sale CHEAP at Trader Joe's. There's a great liquor store here in Pasadena, Ca. named Mission Wine and Spirits with a huge selection, all available on line. Browsing the aisles there is a gas. As far as the Popov goes, I don't see myself putting Belvedere in a Bloody Mary anyway. What a waste. Keep it up vodka fans, I'm putting together a little shopping list.

Inman29
I'm with you on the vermouth...just wave the bottle over the glass. Practically speaking, if you must, add a capful to an empty glass, swirl and dump. Add vodka next (preferably at cryogenic temps) + 3 great, fat skewered Queen size olives...pimento, jalepeno, garlic (I ain't fussy). Never tried blue-cheese though. Sounds interesting. This is a fun thread.

I tried the Debowa Polish oak vodka that Mariusz brought to a meeting once and it was superb. There's a little piece of oak floating in it that gives it a nice golden color.

I am a Belvedere fan, but this was just tasty. If you can find it you should try it.

Bob

If you live in NY, NJ or Chicago it is an easy find.
If not, order on line.

Debowa Vodka costs between 23$-27$ in most liquor stores that sell it.
Zobrowka Bison Grass Vodka might be a little cheaper but not by much.

If you like your Vodka straight up, these two go down VERY smooth.
I do not care much for Vodka mixed in drinks as long as it doesn't make me sick like a dog. There are few which I simply do not touch for that reason.:)

Mariusz

Illegal Russian moonshine, made with chemical floor cleaner, and certainly good enough to make ones skin go yellow.