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Most people know the name, James Bond. The sophisticated British spy character may have single-handedly elevated the martini to among the most recognized cocktail ever. He always ordered the vodka cocktail and who can forget the line, “shaken, not stirred.”

It's a simple question, or so I thought when I first asked, "what is vodka made from?" When it comes to the ingredients of vodka, many people, me included, assume that the potato is the primary ingredient. Boy, was I wrong! The potato is a favorite of vodka distillers, although it is far from the only option. So, what is vodka made from? The reality is more and varied ingredients. One of the most unusual is the milkfat and sugars from dairy. That’s correct! Old farmer Jones c

Where can you find the best vodka? I know. This is a topic sure to cause lively debate. Much of it relates to personal preference. However, the best vodkas made in Wisconsin have a few characteristics in common. Taste and smoothness tend to top the list. These characteristics are subjective.