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"Brilliant copper color. Creamy white chocolate nut fudge, dried cherry, delicate herb, and spice aromas over a layer of mellow whisky. A silky entry leads to a graceful, moderately sweet medium-full body of raw honey, chocolate-covered oranges and cherries, cinnamon, and vibrant herbs and medicinal barks. Finishes in a nice palate cleansing wash of dried citrus peels, honey, and herbs with a breath of whisky. A well styled liqueur."

"ABSOLUT VODKA is made exclusively from natural ingredients, and unlike other vodkas, it doesn’t contain any added sugar. In fact ABSOLUT is as pure as vodka can be. Still, that purity has a certain taste: Rich, full-bodied and complex, yet smooth and mellow with a distinct character of grain, followed by a hint of dried fruit."

"Owns a peculiar bouquet reminiscent of turkey dressing. Palate entry is sweet, ripe and grapey, a complete 180-degree turn from the odd bouquet; midpalate highlights the sweet, fruity ripeness to the point where it starts to resemble grappa. Finish is delightfully sweet, polished and elegant." 90-95 pts.