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Black Death Vodka Overview

Apr 22, 2025

Lecture Notes: Black Death Vodka

Introduction

  • Origin: Initially produced in 1906 by the Sigurdsson family in Iceland.
  • Rise to Fame: Gained international recognition after winning a gold medal at the London International Wine and Spirit Competition in 1987.
  • Celebrity Influence: Popularized by Slash from Guns N' Roses.

Production Details

  • Distillation: Triple distilled.
  • Main Ingredient: Made from French sugar beets.

Awards and Recognition

  • 1987 - 2015: Numerous awards in international competitions.
  • Notable Awards:
    • Gold medals at the International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) in London.
    • Gold medals at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
    • "Best White Spirit in the World" Trophy in 1993 at IWSC.

Product Details

  • Country: United Kingdom (UK).
  • Type: Vodka.
  • Alcohol By Volume (ABV): 37.5% vol.
  • Volume: 70 cl.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve neat, with water, on the rocks, or in long drinks.

Additional Information