About Ukrainian Spirits

About Ukrainian Spirits
As you might imagine from a former Soviet republic, vodka is the primary spirit produced in Ukraine. Quality is excellent and most are produced in a traditional Russian style to be flavorless and ultra smooth.

Horilka is another Ukranian specialty spirit; the term can refer to vodka or several other types of spirits. Most examples are flavored with some fruit, be it blueberries, strawberries, gooseberries or several other types. Alcohol levels are around 20%. There are commercial as well as numerous examples of home-made versions of Horilka.

Top Picks for Ukraine

Piana Vyshnia Lviv Cherry Liqueur
93 points
$56
Decadent and bold cherry flavors with a touch of green herb make this a nice after dinner sipper or ice cream addition; also this poured over crushed ice as a snow cone would slay.
Dolha Small Batch Vodka
86 points
$14
Best Buy
A bright, citrusy Vodka for any cocktail creation.
86 points $14 Best Buy