Here at WCL, we are lovers of the finer things in life and we tend to be purists when it comes to high-end spirits and luxury watches. Beluga Noble Vodka is an exceptional premium spirit that hails from the Russian NOVABEV Group—currently produced and bottled in Montenegro so that it can be sold in certain countries—, known for its remarkable quality and remarkably smooth taste as well as its purity—much like the purity on the sapphire case of the CVSTOS Metropolitan Chronograph Skeleton Sapphire Rhodium.
Beluga Vodka is distilled in a traditional and time-honored manner, it undergoes a meticulous five-stage filtration process, which ensures a truly refined final product. The vodka is expertly crafted using high-quality grains that are carefully sourced from the vast Russian steppes, along with pure water drawn from pristine Siberian springs, both of which contribute significantly to its distinctive character and flavor profile. Making this vodka is almost as complex as creating sapphire crystal watch cases.
Vodka, often celebrated for its versatility and purity, is a distilled spirit typically made from fermented grains or potatoes—our favorite of this kind is Chopin Vodka from Poland. Known for its neutral flavor profile, vodka serves as a foundational ingredient in a myriad of cocktails, allowing other flavors to shine.
It is traditionally associated with Eastern European countries, where it has a long-standing cultural significance, but has gained popularity worldwide. With variations in distillation and ingredients contributing to distinct regional characteristics, vodka can range from smooth and clean to robust and complex. Its adaptability makes it a staple in bars and homes alike, appealing to both connoisseurs and casual drinkers.
Beluga Vodka is better enjoyed neat, allowing its unique taste to shine, but its impressive versatility also makes it a popular and sought-after choice for crafting a variety of cocktails. In our case, we find Beluga to be the best vodka to pair with Osetra caviar—one of our favorites.
With its elegantly designed packaging and a steadfast commitment to craftsmanship, Beluga has successfully established itself as a favorite among vodka connoisseurs and enthusiasts worldwide. Beluga is sold in eight different varieties.
An elegant and super nice touch that you can’t miss and that we love when drinking this very special vodka is the small tin sculpture of a beluga sturgeon fish that is attached by hand to the bottle.
Beluga sturgeons, scientifically known as Huso huso, are large, critically endangered fish native to the Caspian and Black Sea basins. They are renowned for their impressive size, with some individuals weighing over 2,000 pounds and measuring up to 20 feet in length, making them one of the largest freshwater fish in the world.
These ancient fish are especially noted for their roe—Beluga caviar—, a highly prized delicacy that is banned in the U.S. and many other countries since its harvesting endangers the Beluga sturgeons. Unfortunately, overfishing, habitat loss, and pollution have led to significant declines in their populations, prompting conservation efforts aimed at protecting these magnificent creatures and their ecosystems. As a result, the beluga sturgeon stands as a symbol of both ecological richness and the urgent need for sustainable practices in fisheries.
If you want to have one of the best vodkas in the world, you have to try Beluga Vodka neat and perfectly chilled in the freezer. Even better if you serve it in a Fabergé vodka glass.
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