Deep Eddy Vodka

Nose: dry grain, acrid herbal and citrus notes, earthy mint, muted sweetness, black pepper, mild to moderate ethanol burn. Taste: sweet and sour grain, bitter lemon, mint, coriander, dry herbal notes, black pepper, mild to moderate alcohol bite, finishing medium short with sour citrus, dry grain, mint, and pepper flavors. This is the third Texas corn-based vodka I’ve tried, so it’s natural to compare it against Tito’s and Tower. On those nose, it’s rather similar but there’s an earthy minty quality that isn’t apparent on the others. Of the three, I like Deep Eddy the best because of the mint, but it’s not significantly better. The palate hits with a combination of sweet and sour grain that quickly develops with some mint and coriander spice. Thankfully, the paper notes I perceived on Tito’s and Tower are nowhere to be found. Finally, pepper and citrus round out the experience. Overall, I think this is slightly better than Tito’s and Tower, but not by much. And certainly not enough to notch it up a rating. It’s also the cheapest of the three, at $1 less than Tower. If forced to choose, I would select Deep Eddy over the others but I’m not forced to choose, so I’ll likely never buy a bottle of it. And as expected, I’ll be taking Jim Beam Original neat over this any day.

After finally trying this vodka, I find it likeable but it doesn't compare to the flavor and cost of Three Olives vodka. This vodka is smooth for sipping, but it must be chilled, as it develops an ethanol taste near room temperature. It mixes well with everything and makes a competent Vesper, but Three Olives is still preferred given the price. Enjoy.

Tasted like diluted everclear. I had high expectations for this because of how good the flavored vodkas from Deep Eddy are! But just skip this and get a different vodka! Especially for the price! The aftertaste/as soon as you swallow, it’s such a harsh alcohol taste. I haven't found anything it mixes well in either, so it doesn't even make a good mixer.

I acquired this primarily for sanitizing homebrew gear I cannot disassemble. The smell is quite pungent, like acetone and ethanol. The taste begins sweet, mostly neutral but with very faint lemon undertones, and a slightly peppery finish. I'm not a big vodka drinker, but this is palatable enough, and the cost is reasonable.

Deep Eddy vodka presents with scents of fresh water and subtle grain alcohol. It enters smoothly, offering a taste of toffee on the palate. The finish lingers with notes of toffee and warming spices. While decent neat, this vodka truly shines when mixed.

I appreciate this corn-based vodka from Austin, Texas. It offers a complex profile with sweetness, citrus, pepper, and spice. It's smooth and subtle, leaving a lingering finish. However, it's not meant for sipping; it's strictly for mixing.