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Vodka is at a crossroads. For decades, it’s been defined by neutrality. It was celebrated for being odorless, colorless, and tasteless. But today’s drinkers are demanding more. They want a...
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Golden Eagle Lands Gold at USA Spirits Ratings 2024!
Golden Eagle secured a Gold Medal and 92 points at the 2024 USA Spirits Ratings, judged by Beverage Trade Network’s panel of spirits experts. The USA Spirits Ratings Competition Consider this a behind-the-scenes tasting conducted...
Espresso Martinis with Chef Curtis Stone
At the intersection of world-class cuisine and refined spirits, something extraordinary happens. That moment came to life during the VIP Dinner of Nobleman Magazine’s Wine & Dine Weekend, where Golden Eagle Vodka had the honor...
5 Questions with the CEO of Golden Eagle Vodka by Or...
It’s a true pleasure to share that Orange Coast Magazine, Southern California’s leading voice in lifestyle and culture, recently sat down with our founder, Dakota Blaze Rader, for a feature titled “5 Questions With Dakota...
Rethinking Vodka: How Golden Eagle Is Shaping the Fu...
Vodka is at a crossroads. For decades, it’s been defined by neutrality. It was celebrated for being odorless, colorless, and tasteless. But today’s drinkers are demanding more. They want a story. They want a standard....
Vodka’s Place at the Fine Dining Table: Why Top Chef...
For far too long, vodka has been an afterthought on the fine dining menu and diminished to cocktail lists while its more expressive spirit cousins took center stage. But that tide is shifting. A growing...
Character Vodka vs. Neutral Vodka: What’s the Differ...
The vodka category is evolving. For years, neutrality was the benchmark. The less you could taste, the more refined it was considered to be. But a growing segment of producers and consumers alike are beginning...
Dark Northern Red Wheat: The Aristocrat of Grains
There’s a reason we chose Dark Northern Red Wheat as the foundation of Golden Eagle Vodka. It was an intentional choice rooted in flavor, structure, and legacy. This particular wheat varietal, often referred to as...
Montana, Terroir, and the Spirit of the American West
When we set out to create Golden Eagle Vodka, we knew that our product had to reflect something far greater than just our process or our grain. It had to embody a way of life...
What Single Distillation Really Means; And Why We On...
In an era where over-processing is often mistaken for quality, Golden Eagle Vodka embraces a philosophy of precision: one perfect distillation. While many vodkas are distilled three, five, or even more times, we believe that...
The Rise of Character Vodka (and Why Flavor Matters ...
Over the last decade, vodka brands have competed on how neutral they could be, stripping away any hint of flavor, aroma, or color. But a shift is underway. In 2020, the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax...
Why We Built Golden Eagle: Redefining What Vodka Can Be
When we founded Golden Eagle Vodka, we didn’t set out to follow trends; instead, we aimed to correct a narrative. Somewhere along the way, vodka became defined not by what it offers, but by what...
Class never goes out of style - an unforgettable par...
Few events embody refinement, generosity, and celebration as seamlessly as Nobleman Magazine’s Wine & Dine Weekend. The Grand Tasting at The Resort at Pelican Hill reminded us of the profound impact these values can have...
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