Review: Timberline Vodka
Timberline Vodka was released April 2021. It is made from a balance of grain, 14 different varieties of non GMO Pacific Northwest apples, and glacier fed spring water from Mt. Hood. Timberline is distilled with 46 levels of purification in a dual column 2000 liter pot still at Clear Creek Distillery in Hood River Oregon. Hood River Distillers acquired Clear Creek in 2014. While they are best known for their craft brandy, Clear Creek also produces McCarthy’s Oregon Single Malt Whiskey. Timberline Vodka is bottled at 80 proof with three different collectable canvas labels reflecting their commitment to the great outdoors. These labels feature a hiker, snow goose, and skier. Timberline is a proud partner of the freshwater trust, a non profit whose mission is to preserve and restore freshwater ecosystems in the western US. Hood River Distillers also makes Big Gin, and imports Batanga Tequila. The aroma leads with fresh boiled corn and juicy apple. The sweet corn entry has a soft water feel. Apple arrives building to a bright creamy apple peak. It fades with creamed corn and tart apple pastry and finishes clean and semi-dry with mineral, anise, and juicy apple.
Alpenglow
1.5 Oz. Timberline Vodka
.75 Oz. Sweet Vermouth
.5 Oz. Clear Creek Cherry Liqueur
.25 Oz. Amontillado Sherry
1 Tsp. Amaretto
1 Dash Angostura Bitters
Shake with Ice
Strain Into a Rocks Glass With One Large Ice Cube
Garnish With a Cherry
Created By Brett Adams
Made in Hood River Oregon
40% Alcohol
Score: 91
Award: Gold Medal