BROKEN SHED VODKA, New Zealand 750ml

That citrus and freshly-cut grass note really balances out the vanilla nicely, makes it feel surprisingly clean and smooth for a vodka. Poured it over ice with a splash of soda and the mineral water base came through crisp.

The vanilla hits you right away, but that citrus and mineral water combo on the finish is what keeps me coming back for another pour. It's smooth and clean, exactly what I want in a vodka for mixing or sipping.

That grassy note on the finish is what got me—it's unexpected but makes the vanilla and citrus feel much more balanced than your typical sweet vodka. Poured it over ice with a twist and it went down dangerously smooth.