Harridan Handcrafted Vodka is a small-batch vodka made in Ovid, New York, from 100% New York grown corn and bottled at 88 proof (44% ABV).
Harridan is a defiant spirit, designed to be sipped, savored and remembered rather than hidden in a mixer. Distilling from locally grown corn gives it a voluptuously smooth mouthfeel and lets the character of its local ingredients shine, and the vodka is naturally gluten-free.
Expect citrus, honeysuckle and black pepper, with a clean finish of vanilla and toffee. That combination of soft sweetness and gentle spice is what makes it worth tasting on its own.
The presentation is as handmade as the spirit. Each bottle is made from recycled glass by artisans in Mexico and hand dipped in black wax at the New York distillery. That makes it a memorable gift for anyone who enjoys craft spirits.
Ovid sits between Seneca and Cayuga Lakes in New York's Finger Lakes region, an area better known for its wineries and farms.
Corn-based vodka tends to have a soft, slightly sweet texture, in contrast to the crisper, drier style of vodkas made from wheat or rye.
Because vodka is distilled to a high purity and is not aged, the base grain and the water are the main sources of its character.
At 44% ABV, a little above the standard 40%, it carries more body and holds up well over ice, where it opens slowly as it chills.
A sprinkle of black pepper on the rocks echoes its peppery note.
Tasting Notes
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Aroma: Citrus and honeysuckle.
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Palate: Soft, with black pepper.
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Finish: Clean, with vanilla and toffee.
Specifications
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Producer: Harridan, Ovid, New York
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Style: Small-batch vodka
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Base: 100% New York grown corn
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Gluten: Naturally gluten-free
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Proof / ABV: 88 proof (44% ABV)
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Region: New York, USA
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Enjoy it on the rocks with a slice of lemon or a sprinkle of black pepper, or use it as the base of a Martini. It pairs with oysters, smoked salmon or caviar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is it made from?
100% New York grown corn.
Is it gluten-free?
Yes, naturally gluten-free.
What is special about the bottle?
Recycled glass made by artisans in Mexico, hand dipped in black wax in New York.
How should I drink it?
On the rocks with lemon or black pepper, or in a Martini.
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