Product details
Sobieski Vodka 70cl is a Polish rye vodka named after King Jan III Sobieski, bottled at 40% ABV. Made from Polish rye and spring water and distilled in Poland, this Polish rye vodka with spring water has a subtle aroma of ripe grain and a silky texture. Its clean, delicate taste makes it a reliable base for mixed drinks as well as for cold shots at the table. The king is remembered for the relief of Vienna, odsiecz wiedeńska, and the vodka suits anyone wanting a dependable everyday Polish vodka.
Sobieski tasting notes
- Nose: Ripe grain with a faint hint of vanilla.
- Palate: Silky and light, with soft rye sweetness and mild pepper.
- Finish: Short and clean.
How to drink Sobieski Vodka
Chill it well and serve with zakąski such as pickled mushrooms, smoked sausage and rye bread, sipping slowly between bites. Over ice with a splash of soda, it becomes a light, easy drink for warmer days. It suits a relaxed barbecue, a games night with friends or a family dinner where several mixers are on offer.
What to mix with Sobieski Vodka
- Vodka Lemonade: pour 50 ml Sobieski over ice in a highball, top with 150 ml cloudy lemonade and add a sprig of mint.
- Bay Breeze: build 50 ml vodka, 90 ml cranberry juice and 60 ml pineapple juice over ice in a highball.
How it compares
Wyborowa Vodka is another rye classic, a little sweeter and fuller, while Extra Żytnia Vodka is drier and more traditional. Sobieski sits in the middle, with the silkiest texture of the three. Belvedere Vodka Organic, also rye-based, is creamier and more vanilla-led.
Good to know
The brand takes its name and royal imagery from one of Poland's best-known monarchs. The 70cl bottle covers plenty of long drinks for a group. Wodka Company ships Sobieski Vodka from our London base to homes throughout the UK.
Po polsku
Sobieski to żytnia wódka czysta nazwana na cześć króla Jana III Sobieskiego, produkowana z polskiego żyta i wody źródlanej, o mocy 40% w butelce 0,7 l. W aromacie czuć dojrzałe zboże z odrobiną wanilii, a w smaku jest jedwabista i lekka, z miękką słodyczą żyta. Dobrze sprawdza się zarówno w drinkach, jak i solo, mocno schłodzona, do marynowanych grzybków, kiełbasy wędzonej i chleba żytniego. Prosty long drink to Sobieski z mętną lemoniadą, lodem i gałązką mięty.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Sobieski vodka named after?
Sobieski Vodka is named after Jan III Sobieski, King of Poland from 1674 to 1696, who led the relief of Vienna against the Ottoman army in 1683 and remains one of Poland's best-known monarchs.
Is Sobieski a rye vodka?
Yes. Sobieski Vodka is distilled in Poland from Polish rye and spring water, giving a faint vanilla and ripe grain aroma, a silky body and soft rye sweetness with mild pepper.
What mixer goes with Sobieski vodka?
The clean, silky style of Sobieski Vodka suits most mixers, including cloudy lemonade with mint, cranberry juice, ginger beer or tonic. For a Vodka Lemonade, pour 50 ml over ice and top with 150 ml lemonade.
