Just in time for the Winter Olympics, we pit Proof the Vodka Bar against Troika Vodka Boutique. Who’s worthy of the gold medal? You decide.
PROOF THE VODKA BAR |
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TROIKA VODKA BOUTIQUE |
| Marina Mak, 2006. | Operator and year opened: |
Dmitri Kryjanovski, 2012. |
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At any given time, we have about 60 different types of vodka from around the world. The list is constantly evolving with new additions.
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How many bottles of vodka do you have on hand? |
We have over 30 different types of vodka at all times and over 100 bottles stocked. |
| Ultimat is incredibly smooth and is best served with one of our ice spheres. The bottle is a great collector’s piece! | What’s the top bottle you stock? |
We have few brands of vodka placed
in one top category: Belvedere, Grey Goose and Stolichnaya Elit. |
| Most people think that drinking vodka straight up has too much of a burn, but a good quality vodka has a smooth finish and it hits the spot! |
What’s the biggest misconception people have about vodka? | Price equals quality!? One of the major expenses for any vodka production company is the cost of a glass bottle! Also, choose a spirit that’s been distilled an appropriate number of times — not hundreds. |
| We will feature vodka cocktails that play off of the five rings of the Olympics. The featured menu will have a few clever takes on Russian faves. |
Will there be any special events for the Olympics? | Absolutely! Just like all Russians, I too am very proud of my country. We shall use giant projectors to screen most Olympic events. |
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Stoli Elit.
With ice!
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Best Russian vodka?
How do |
I would say Stolichnaya Elit.
It is a fact that Slavic nations can
drink and can handle alcohol really well. I prefer to have vodka straight. |
| 220 Bloor St. W. | Location |
95 King St. E. |
