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July 2016

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july 2016  /  the tasting panel  /  89 july 2016 /  the tasting panel  / 89 CATEGORY REPORT In the crowded market of luxury spirits, BleuStorm Vodka (SRP $29.99) stands out as an Ultra Premium selection and the world's first vodka crafted from French whole wheat. Founder and CEO Gabriyel is no newcomer to the spirits marketplace, so it's no surprise that his decades of experience as a brand manager and marketer inspired him to launch BleuStorm. "Whole wheat is clean and unique; the base is not mixed with corn or potato," Gabriyel says. Whole wheat grown in France's Cognac region and clear, natural spring water undergo small-batch copper pot still distillation; the liquid is distilled five times and carbon filtered three times, resulting in a smooth, velvety taste. Gabriyel's family has a history of fermenting French whole wheat mashes and distilling five times using their secret family process in Russia, giving him special expertise to craft the world's first whole wheat, gluten-free handmade vodka. BleuStorm was awarded a Silver Medal at both the 2015 and 2016 San Francisco World Spirits Competitions. Just one and-a-half years after its launch, the sprit reached distribution in ten states, and demand continues to soar as word of BleuStorm spreads. "I am fully booked for the holidays and have asked my producer to speed up the process," Gabriyel says—not a bad problem to have! BleuStorm Vodka's artisan bottle is handmade crystal glass, a stunning, statu- esque profile reminiscent of a certain famous golden statue. The bottle stands out to consumers on shelves in retail markets and behind the bar; the hourglass shape easy for mixologists to handle behind the bar for using in shots, Martinis and cocktails. Like its external packaging, the liquid inside every bottle of BleuStorm is top-notch, crafted with passion and attention to detail. In Europe and across the Caribbean islands, from resorts and hotels to cruise lines and airlines, BleuStorm vodka is in huge demand around the globe.—Becky Tsadik SOUTH LAND ESTATES CORP. Tasting Notes Oatmeal and butterscotch honey on the nose is a sensory treat. A thread of white pepper raises the bar on vanilla and wheat bread notes, elevating the taste profile even higher. —Meridith May Lightning in a Bottle with BleuStorm Ultra Premium French Vodka gluten-free handmade vodka. BleuStorm was awarded a Silver Medal at both the 2015 and 2016 San Francisco World Spirits Competitions. Just one and-a-half years after its launch, the sprit reached distribution in ten states, and demand continues to soar as word of BleuStorm spreads. "I am fully booked for the holidays and have asked my producer to speed up the process," Gabriyel says—not a bad problem to have! BleuStorm Vodka's artisan bottle is handmade crystal glass, a stunning, statu esque profile reminiscent of a certain famous golden statue. The bottle stands out to consumers on shelves in retail markets and behind the bar; the hourglass shape easy for mixologists to handle behind the bar for using in shots, Martinis and cocktails. Like its external packaging, the liquid inside every bottle of BleuStorm is top-notch, crafted with passion and attention to detail. In Europe and across the Caribbean islands, from resorts and hotels to cruise lines and airlines, BleuStorm vodka is in huge demand around the globe.—Becky Tsadik

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