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Posted by clubber on Monday, November 20, 2006 - 01:39 AM

As Smirnoff returns to the silver screen in Casino Royale, the latest James Bond movie, the world's leading premium spirit brand is launching a new vodka: SMIRNOFF Black No.55. Created using the time-honoured Russian tradition of small-batch, copper pot-distillation, SMIRNOFF Black No. 55 offers an original taste experience that can be enjoyed neat...

, frozen or in sophisticated cocktails that complement its quality and finesse.

Commenting on this new addition to the Smirnoff fold, Tan Wei-Lin, Smirnoff brand manager at Riche Monde said: "Just as James Bond has always embodied panache and sophistication, Smirnoff Black No. 55 is a stylish and indulgent vodka. The unique and traditional copper pot-still production process ensures a luxurious and rare vodka with a smooth and well-rounded flavour to be savoured.

"The premium taste of SMIRNOFF Black No.55 does not 'burn' and is instead smooth and mellow, making it a perfect drink to be enjoyed neat over ice, frozen or mixed".

Returning to the Copper Pot-Still
The centuries-old method of pot-still distillation is the key to the distinctive taste of SMIRNOFF Black No.55. In adopting this style of distillation, the SMIRNOFF brand pays tribute to Russia’s golden age of vodka production in the 18th century, almost 300 years ago. This was a time when the unique copper pot-still method was used to create exclusive vodkas which were symbols of pride for the gentry estates that produced them, and these vodkas were enjoyed by Russian aristocracy and the Tsars alike, (the Russian Emperors).

Starting with high-quality grain, SMIRNOFF distillers work today in small batches using a copper pot-still that is itself more than 100 years old. The pot-still accentuates desirable vodka characteristics and preserves the character of the original grain spirit. Distillation is followed by a single charcoal filtration, which removes selected congeners (impurities created during the fermentation and distillation process), ensuring its purity without stripping the product of its unique taste profile.

Taste the No.55 Difference
As the vodka market becomes more crowded, many people are not sure how to differentiate among the array of product offerings on the bar. SMIRNOFF believes that tasting is the key to discerning your vodka preferences and finding a memorable vodka taste experience that you truly enjoy. To appreciate Smirnoff Black:

- First, "nose" a glass of SMIRNOFF Black No.55. What you won't smell is the typical vodka "burn".
- Then, taste: swill the liquid around and take a sip. You'll discover a vodka with rounded, lasting smoothness and mellow, but noticeable, character.

Enjoy it in style
A vodka with rare character, SMIRNOFF Black No.55 is perfect for enjoying neat or frozen. With its subtle taste profile, it is also well-suited to shorter cocktails.

SMIRNOFF Black No.55 will be available at selected bars across Singapore and will cost in the region of $200 for a 75cl bottle. Always enjoy SMIRNOFF Black No.55 responsibly.

Classic SMIRNOFF Black No.55 cocktail recipes

SMIRNOFF Black Lemonade
45 ml Smirnoff Black No. 55 vodka
20 ml Lemon Juice
25 ml of sugar syrup
Top up with club soda

Build all ingredients over ice in a highball glass and stir. Garnish with a lemon slice.

SMIRNOFF Traditional Martini
45 ml of Smirnoff Black vodka
Splash of vermouth

Pour the ingredients over an ice-filled cocktail shaker. Shake and strain into martini glass. Garnish with a twist of lime.

SMIRNOFF Caipiroska
60 ml SMIRNOFF Black vodka
8 lime wedges
2 teaspoons sugar

Muddle limes and sugar together in a mixing glass.
Add Smirnoff and ice and shake.
Pour into a drinking glass.

Smirnoff Tonic
45 ml SMIRNOFF Black vodka
90 ml tonic water
1 lime wedge

Pour into a highball glass over ice.
Garnish with lime wedge.

The SMIRNOFF Black Balalaika
20 ml SMIRNOFF BLACK NO.55 Vodka
20 ml Cointreau
15 ml Lemon Juice

Put all ingredients into a shaker filled with ice. Shake well, strain into a martini glass. Add zest of fresh orange.