This expression is part of the flavoured vodka range from Smirnoff, built on the standard Smirnoff No. 21 base. It follows a modern production approach where flavour is added after distillation to create a smooth and accessible profile. The base spirit is derived from grain and distilled multiple times in column stills to achieve a high level of purity. Charcoal filtration is used to remove impurities and soften the texture, resulting in a clean and neutral vodka. Vanilla flavour is introduced after distillation using natural and nature identical flavouring. This allows the full aromatic character of vanilla to be retained without being altered by heat. The result is a clear and consistent flavour profile.
A controlled level of sweetness is added to support the vanilla, giving the vodka a rounder and slightly creamy mouthfeel. This shifts the spirit away from a neutral style toward a more dessert-like profile. Blending ensures that the vanilla integrates evenly with the base vodka. Water used for dilution is treated to maintain clarity and consistency. The overall style is smooth, sweet, and straightforward, with emphasis on flavour and drinkability rather than complexity.
Tasting Notes
Nose:
Sweet and aromatic, with clear vanilla and a light creamy note. A faint alcohol presence sits in the background.
Palate:
Smooth and rounded, with pronounced vanilla sweetness. The texture is soft, with a clean base and minimal sharpness.
Finish:
Short to medium, with lingering vanilla and gentle sweetness. Clean and easy, fading with little heat.
