Van Gogh Acai-Blueberry Flavored Vodka
The Data
Category Vodka/Aquavit
Sub-Category Flavored Vodka
Origin Distillery Cooymans International in Tilburg, Holland
Retail Price $24.99
ABV 35%
Score 4.5 Stars/Exceptional! +
In the Glass
Appearance
Brilliant, gorgeous violet/lavender color.
Aromatics
The aromatics leap from the glass offering scents of crushed red and blue berries with accents of blanched almonds and subtle herbal notes.
Flavor
The palate is in full agreement with the nose delivering a sweet and tart berry core with accents of black tea, nuts, and cranberry.
Intensity & Texture
Medium-bodied with a sweet berry core with loads of vibrant acidity and thick tannins that offer structure.
Cool Factor
Flavored Vodka is not a sexy category but that doesn't mean that a flavored Vodka can't be sexy. Van Gogh is one of the very few brands on which you can rely.
Value Grade
Sold in the middle $20 range it sits on par with the top quality flavored Vodkas on offer while offering unique flavors that can only be found in this bottle.
Analysis
The Van Gogh Acai-Blueberry offers a unique take on the berry flavored Vodkas. While most are cloyingly sweet and one-dimensional this tasty flavored Vodka deftly delivers sweet and tart berry flavors with a refreshing dose of acid and an unexpected tannin structure thanks to the acai berry. In addition to the desirable aromatics and flavors, the color is mesmerizing. Van Gogh is made in small batches at Distillery Cooymans International in Tilburg, Holland by third generation master distiller Tim Vos. Van Gogh offers 16 expressions, 15 flavors, and their flagship, unflavored triple wheat Van Gogh Vodka.
How to Enjoy
Serve chilled or in a wide range of cocktails. I would suggest mixing the Van Gogh Acai-Blueberry with Prosecco as it's a great combination and you get to preserve the magnificent color.