Danzka vodka: history, overview of types, how and with what to drink + how to distinguish a fake

The recognition of Danzka vodka went far beyond Denmark a century ago. It is based on an exceptional recipe.

The main ingredient is durum wheat of the highest quality. The grains are carefully sorted, crushed, heated in water, and yeast is added. This is how starch becomes alcohol and carbon dioxide.

After fermentation, vodka is distilled using the original Scandinavian method in a 6-column still.

History of Danzka vodka

In 1840, the Danish Distillers company was born in Denmark, which owned 2 Aalborg distilleries. In 1872, they merged into 1 plant, and 9 years later they already owned a large part of the alcohol market. This led to a reduction in the number of wineries and distilleries: by 1923, only 10 out of 2.5 thousand Danish distilleries remained. Danish Distillers has acquired them as well. Later the company changed its name to Danish Distillers Ltd.

Until the 1970s, Danish Distillers was a monopoly in the production of methyl and yeast alcohols. In 1973, Denmark became a member of the European Union, and monopolies came to naught. Now alcohol is supplied to 140 countries.

In the 1980s, Vinhuset Norden employees started thinking about creating the perfect Danish vodka, both internally and externally. The owner of the company, Thomas Anton, liked the idea and began developing the vodka. The first fruits were presented on the market in 1989.

Back to Danish Distillers. The company soon acquired Vinhuset Norden. This has brought many benefits, as Danzka vodka has proved to be in demand not only among Danes, but also other Europeans, Koreans, Americans, Vietnamese and other representatives of various nations.

Then the Danzka brand was acquired by the French company Belvedere. In 2013, it was bought by Waldemar Behn GmbH, a German family business engaged in the production of alcohol in the 4th generation. Now the brand's headquarters is located on the Baltic Sea coast in the former territory of Denmark.

Overview of Danzka vodka types

1. Original 40% vodka

   Classic vodka of the highest quality. It has a mild balanced flavor, tinged with wheat, and smells like grain.

2. The Spirit, 44%

   The traditional distillation method is used in the production of the drink, which makes it crystal clear and stronger than the original. Possesses subtle grain notes. The main ingredients are wheat and water from Scandinavia. Water is naturally filtered.

3. Fifty, 50% of

   The two main components of this type of vodka are high-quality whole grain alcohol and water. This way, the taste is multifaceted, rich and delicate at the same time.

4. Apple

   Apple vodka, as you might guess, is characterized by the fruity taste of fresh green apples. It is made from 100% natural ingredients, which ensures excellent quality and pleasant taste.

5. Citrus

   This flavor will appeal to connoisseurs of citrus bouquet. The vodka is distinguished by its delicate harmonious taste and high quality due to natural ingredients.

6. Cranraz

   This type combines the sweetest raspberries and tart cranberries. No other vodka has such an intriguing taste. Unobtrusive berry flavor. Artificial additives are excluded.

7. Currant

   This vodka has a berry flavor, with black currant clearly visible in it. The manufacturer asks to be careful not to put the drink on toast, because it looks like jam.

8. Grapefruit

   Among all citrus flavors, this one is unique. It is distinguished by the aroma of natural grapefruit, as well as a subtle characteristic bitterness.

What to drink Danzka vodka with

Before serving vodka, it must be cooled to 7-10 °C. The drink goes well with dishes of vegetables, game, veal and other meats.

You can also serve vodka before meals as an aperitif to stimulate your appetite. Put ice in it and garnish the rim of the glass with a lemon slice.

How to distinguish fake Danzka vodka

1. The patented bottle features aluminum material and a thermos-like shape.

2. The lid is standard for thermoses. Large, unscrewable. The outside is made of aluminum, the inside is made of plastic. It has a safety plastic ring.

3. There is a high quality film label on the upper front of the bottle. The brand name and type of vodka are located on the front side. The bottom one shows the strength, volume and type of vodka.

4. There is a barcode on the back of the bottle. The first 2 digits of the country of origin 57. There you will also find the QR code and product description. The composition is not specified.

5. Do not forget to check for an excise stamp. It does not exist only if the products are purchased in Duty free.

Interesting facts about Danzka vodka

1. The first thing that distinguishes Danzka vodka is its unique aluminum packaging. Metal keeps the temperature perfectly: the drink will stay cold for a long time. Aluminum is stronger than glass, it does not break at the slightest wrong move.

2. The Danes call vodka souvenir because of its packaging. Tourists buy it as a gift and bring it home safe and sound.

3. The drink received 4 awards for its design. Among them, gold at the 2003 World Spirits Competition in San Francisco.

4. The highest quality alcohol is obtained thanks to 2 additional filtration. First a membrane filter, then a polishing filter. This is how you get the purest liquid with a mild flavor.

Update: 05.03.2020

Category: Vodka an Moonshine