NATIONAL VODKA DAY: SWAP YOUR G&T FOR A V&T WITH GATTERTOP DRINKS
NATIONAL VODKA DAY: THE GREAT VODKA REVIVAL
The time has come for vodka to have a long-awaited revival and there’s no time like National Vodka Day to celebrate! Used as the base in 50% of the top 10 most popular cocktails, vodka is already in more drinks than we think.
No longer the spirit synonymous with “first time drinking” vodka as a category has come a long way. From abandoning the traditional potato base to the flavoured category taking the spirit by storm, we no longer view vodka as the “plain” tasteless spirit derived exclusively from Russia. Vodka is a broad and versatile beverage being pushed to its limits by creators and loved by mixologists worldwide.
Zoom cocktail master classes, educational Instagram accounts, and virtual tastings all mean one thing. Consumers have never been more educated when it comes to drinks and they’re bringing that knowledge to the bar too. 30% of UK adults plan to drink higher quality spirits and cocktail trends have seen a shift back to classic recipes which more often aim to elevate the characteristics of their base spirit rather than mask them.
With consumers more clued up than ever on what they like and want to drink. It has pushed spirit brands to premiumise their offerings. And in a market driven by flavour, it is no surprise that the biggest growth has been seen within the flavoured vodka category.
FLAVOURED VODKA TAKES THE STAGE
Vodka purest might claim that the complexity of the spirit comes from its clarity and ‘sip-ability’ but in an industry driven by flavour more than ever, it is no wonder that it’s the flavoured category that is growing the market.
With flavoured vodka soaring by 77% last year it is an exciting time to see how far brands will push the category, especially considering consumer trends have moved towards “less but better” and how the premiumisation of flavour offerings will look.
CELEBRATE NATIONAL VODKA DAY WITH GATTERTOP DRINKS
Paving the way for the infused vodka category Gattertop Drinks Co are the proud owners of UKs first orchard-inspired vodka. Botanic Nº7 was the highest scoring vodka in England at the 2021 IWSC awards. Naturally flavoured with organic ingredients sourced from the orchards, hedgerows, and gardens of our historic farm Gattertop. Botanic Nº7 is a botanical vodka designed to encapsulate the authentic taste of an English orchard. Using ingredients entirely sourced from Gattertop, Botanic Nº7 adopts the ethos of “what grows together, goes together” creating a truly consider and well-balanced vodka.
However, Botanic Nº7 does not sit alone in our repertoire of delicious drinks. Founder Gemma Standevens first orchard-inspired creation was Damson Nº12. Small batches of hand-picked organic damsons are steeped in premium British vodka for a year resulting in the deep and delicious flavour found in the liqueur which is entirely unique to Gattertop. Damson Nº12 is a multi-award winner at the Great Taste Awards.
Gattertop Drinks want to use National Vodka Day to drive awareness to the category, to change consumer connotations of vodka and remind people just how great vodka can be!
So, spend National Vodka Day in good company and celebrate with either one of Gattertop Drinks multi-award-winning vodkas by swapping your G&T for a V&T or why not try one of our signature cocktails…
BOTANIC Nº7 SIGNATURE – ORCHARD V&T
(SIMPLE SERVE)
Botanic Nº7 is the perfect alternative to gin, allowing for the discovery of new flavours that sit outside of the juniper base. Serve neat over ice or with tonic water for an elevated take on the classic V&T.
Simply top a generous serving of Botanic Nº7 with your favourite Franklin & Sons tonic and garnish with a slice of pear and sprig of thyme for a delightfully fragrant V&T.
BOTANIC Nº7 SIGNATURE – GATTERTOP GIMLET
Or opt for a simple but refreshing vodka gimlet. A great vodka gimlet needs to be two things, cold and strong. So before you embark on this classic cocktail it’s best to keep your vodka in the freezer.
INGREDIENTS
- 50ml Botanic Nº7
- 20ml fresh lime juice
- 15ml sugar syrup
- Sorrel leaves to garnish
METHOD
- Place ice in a cocktail shaker
- Pour all ingredients into the cocktail shaker and shake for 10 seconds
- Strain into a chilled glass, ideally a coupe or champagne saucer.
DAMSON Nº12 SIGNATURE – AMERICANO
(SIMPLE SERVE)
Damson Nº12 will appeal to both vodka and flavoured gin drinkers who enjoy a sweeter drink. Ideal as an aperitif, digestif, or in a wealth of cocktails Damson Nº12’s strength is in its versatility, our favourite serving is simply a generous measure with your favourite fizz.
For a simple and traditional serve try the iconic Americano cocktail.
Simply stack an old-fashioned style glass with ice, pour over 35ml of Damson Nº12 and 35ml of Cocchi Americano, stir gently, and charge with soda. Garnish with orange peel.
DAMSON No12 SIGNATURE – DAMSON CHERRY VODKA SOUR
A sophisticated short drink, the damson cherry vodka sour is one of our signature cocktails. Showing off the true versatility of Damson Nº12 the cherry vodka sour takes Amaretto, lemon and cherry juice vigorously shaken with egg whites to create the perfect foam. A real show-stopping vodka sour!
INGREDIENTS
- 50ml Damson No12
- 25ml Amaretto
- 50ml lemon juice
- 50ml cherry juice
- 1 medium egg white
- 1 tbsp cherry Kirsh syrup or grenadine
- A cherry and sprig of tarragon for garnish
METHOD
- Add all ingredients apart from the garnish to a cocktail shaker.
- Secure tightly and vigorously shake for 1 minute (important as using an egg white)
- Pour into a short tumbler and wait for the foam to settle.
- Garnish with a cherry and a sprig of tarragon.
