Can you still buy Russian Standard vodka in the UK?

Russian Standard vodka has been taken off sale with immediate effect as it is "overtly marketed as being Russian" and is produced in the country, added the spokesperson. A spokesperson for No. 4 player Morrisons said it had also de-listed Russian Standard.

Can I still buy Russian Standard vodka?

“Russian Standard has been taken off sale with immediate effect because it is overtly marketed as being Russian and produced there. It will not be stocked for the foreseeable future.” “Our thoughts are with the people of Ukraine, and those in Russia who oppose this invasion.”

Does Tesco still sell Russian vodka?

Russian Standard Vodka 70Cl - Tesco Groceries.

Did Asda stop selling Russian Standard vodka?

Sainsbury's, Aldi, Asda and Waitrose have all announced they will axe Russian products amid the war in Ukraine.

Who distributes Russian Standard vodka in the UK?

Russian Standard is to be distributed by Whyte & Mackay in the UK after a “comprehensive selection process” by the vodka brand.

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Who owns Russian Standard Vodka?

Roustam Tariko, the creator of Russian Standard vodka, became the second vodka producer and distributer in the world after Diageo: in June 2013 he bought stake in Polish CEDC, one of the world's largest vodka producers.

Does Aldi sell Russian vodka?

The budget retailer announced that it will no longer be selling Russian vodka in any of its stores in response to the invasion by Vladimir Putin's military forces.

Are Sainsburys selling Russian products?

Sainsbury's announced it would remove from its stores all products “that are sourced 100% from Russia”. This includes Russian Standard vodka and Karpayskiye black sunflower seeds.

Has Sainsbury's stopped selling Russian vodka?

Products Sainsbury's have removed include the Russian Standard vodka and Karpayskiye black sunflower seeds. A Sainsbury's spokesperson said: “We stand united with the people of Ukraine. "We have reviewed our product range and have decided to remove from sale all products that are 100% sourced from Russia."

Has the UK stopped selling Russian vodka?

Sainsbury's. The brand has pledged to stop the selling of all products that are wholly from Russia. That includes two items they currently stock but have now been removed from shelves across the nation. Those products are the Russian Standard vodka and Karpayskiye black sunflower seed.

What supermarkets have stopped selling Russian vodka?

Many of the country's biggest supermarkets, including Morrisons, Sainsbury's, Co-op, Aldi, Tesco and Waitrose, have said they will no longer stock Russian vodka in response to Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine.

Is Smirnoff Vodka Russian?

Smirnoff is named after Vladimir Smirnoff who fled from Russia during the country's revolution, but it's owned by British company Diageo (ticker: DEO) and is made in the U.S., Canada, and many other countries—but not Russia.

Which Russian vodkas are sold in UK?

Has Morrisons stopped selling Russian vodka?

BRADFORD-based supermarket Morrisons has confirmed it is no longer stocking Russian vodka following the country's invasion of Ukraine.

Is Sainsburys vodka Russian?

A Sainsbury's spokesperson said: “We stand united with the people of Ukraine. "We have reviewed our product range and have decided to remove from sale all products that are 100% sourced from Russia.

Which vodka is made in Russia?

Jewel of Russia

As the name suggests, Jewel of Russia is a gem amongst other vodka brands out in the market. This Russian-made liquor combines hard winter wheat and rye with water drawn from deep artesian wells to create a final spirit with a rich and full mouthfeel.

Where is Russian Standard Vodka made?

The vodka is actually made in Latvia, and the company's headquarters is in Luxembourg — a member of NATO which has spoken against the Russian invasion. Russian Standard is one of the few vodka brands that is actually Russian.

Has Tesco stopped selling Russian products?

Tesco becomes the latest supermarket to remove Russian products amidst Ukraine crisis. The move from the supermarket giant comes after it received pressure from customers. Tesco has become the latest supermarket to withdraw Russian related products from UK stores in response to the countries invasion of Ukraine.

Are Tesco removing Russian products?

Retailers removing products with links to Russia include Asda, Waitrose, Tesco, Co-op, Morrisons, Sainsbury's and John Lewis. Many of the retailers are pulling Russian-made spirits from stores, such as Russian Standard vodka.

Is Absolut Vodka Russian?

Is Absolut Vodka Russian? Absolut Vodka is a Swedish vodka, produced in the village of Åhus in southern Sweden, from Swedish winter wheat.

Is GREY Goose Vodka Russian?

Grey Goose, the first French vodka, is already a high-end brand worthy of any bar. This Grey Goose Ducasse is special. It was developed alongside Michelin-starred chef Alain Ducasse with the goal of creating a vodka to pair with a great meal.

Who distributes Russian Standard?

Spirits company Roust is ending a five-year partnership with Scottish distiller William Grant & Sons to distribute its Russian Standard, Green Mark and Żubrówka vodkas in the UK.

What is the best selling vodka in Russia?

Stoli is a name you might recognize as it is probably the most famous Russian vodka brand abroad.