Blavod (blah-VOD) is an 80-proof vodka from the United Kingdom with a slight twist. This vodka is the only black vodka in the world. The black coloring comes from a Burmese herb named Black Catechu. This herb is easily found in the wild and is infused with Blavod yet doesn't lay waste to the principles of vodka, i.e. being oderless and colorless. Because catechu doesn't stain or leave a trace of other flavors it always gives at true pure effortless finish. Vodka bottling machine, Shatskaya Vodka Shatsk, Russia Vodka is one of the worlds most popular distilled beverages. ... Herbs: basil Herbs (IPA: hə()b, or əb; see pronunciation differences) are seed-bearing plants without woody stems, which die down to the ground after flowering. ... Catechu is an extract of any of several species of Acacia—but especially Acacia catechu—produced by boiling the wood in water and evaporating the resulting brew. ...
Blavod get's it's unique coloring from Black Catechu - the resin of the hearthwood of the Acacia catechu, a tree from India and Burma. Catechu has been used for hundreds of years as a natural ingredient in herbal medicines. There is just enough in Blavod to give it the black coloring but doesn't interfere with the palate.
In the Glass
Blavod has been getting a lot of attention on the West Coast of America in hip and goth clubs alike. It is a good substitute from classic martini's while exclusive martini's and shoots are coming out as well. For example the, Rotten Apple Martini, from the Swig Martini in Florida, is a blend of Blavod, Apple Schnapps, and Jagermiester. A true classic with a Blavod twist. The title of this article contains the character ä. Where it is unavailable or not desired, the name may be represented as Jaegermeister. Jägermeister is a 70-proof (35%) liqueur flavored with herbs. ...
Reviews
Blavod is more than just a novelty product however. It came with a very high rating from the prestigious Beverage Tasting Institute while getting a footnote in the review, "Far more than just a designer/novelty product, this is a very good vodka." And even according to the vodka expert Robert Plotkin, who is the author of "The Original Guide to American Cocktails and Drinks", said, "Even blindfolded, most enthusiasts would be hard pressed to distinguish Blavod Vodka from other well-known imports. But who drinks with there eye's shut? Grab a bottle and let the magic work."
Blavod, the maker of the distinctive fl vodka of the same name, has confirmed the acquisition of its US-based rival Extreme Beverage, ending months of speculation as to the potential target.
Blavod said it would acquire all Extreme via an all-share deal, which would give Extreme 40 per cent of the new company, to be called Blavod Extreme Spirit.
Blavod was launched in 1998 as the only vodka which is fl in colour.
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