Where is Ciroc vodka from?

It is the fine French grapes and the fifth distillation at the historic Maison Villevert Distillery in the South of France that gives CÎROC Vodka a distinctive flavour with an exceptionally fresh, citrus taste. Fine French grapes are specially selected for harvest and made into a wine.
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Is Cîroc Russian?

Non-Russian vodkas

Many popular vodka brands are not based in Russia, including: Absolut Vodka, which is Swedish. Ciroc, which is French.
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What nationality is Ciroc vodka?

INNOVATIVE FRENCH CRAFTMANSHIP

CÎROC Vodka is distilled from fine French grapes and at the heart of CÎROC lies Master Distiller Jean-Sébastien Robicquet and his distillery Maison Villevert. The distillery has been in his family for over 500 years. Find out more about our heritage here.
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Where is Ciroc vodka imported from?

Ciroc is and imported vodka distilled from fine French grapes. At the heart of this unique vodka are select grapes frown high in the Gaillac region of France. This innovation in French craftsmanship uses a cold fermentation process, unique in the world of vodka, preserving the grapes' distinct freshness.
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Who invented Ciroc vodka?

Founded in 2003 by enologist Jean-Sebastien Robicquet, Cîroc is a modern brand with historic roots. Robicquet's family has been making wine and spirits in France for centuries, and though Cîroc vodka has become popular among modern American drinkers, the French brand proudly celebrates its roots.
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Is Cîroc imported from Russia?

But the most popular vodkas in the U.S. – including Smirnoff, Ciroc, Tito's, Absolut, Svedka, Grey Goose, SKYY and New Amsterdam – are not made in Russia. They are made in Sweden, France, the U.K. and the U.S.
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Does Jay-Z own Cîroc?

Greenburg is the author of "3 Kings: Diddy, Dr. Dre, Jay-Z, and Hip-Hop's Multibillion-Dollar Rise." Jay-Z launched Armand de Brignac and Diddy has a deal with Diageo's Ciroc vodka.
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What vodka is Russian?

Stoli. Stoli Vodka, formerly called Stolichnaya Vodka, used to be from Russia… that is until its owner Yuri Shefler was exiled from the country two decades ago.
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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.
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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.
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What country is Absolut vodka from?

Absolut is quintessentially Swedish vodka. It is manufactured in the southern Swedish region of 'Scania' (Skåne in Swedish), and more specifically, in the small towns of Nöbbelöv and Åhus. What's more, Absolut is also made exclusively with grain from southern Sweden.
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How much of Cîroc does Diddy own?

In 2007, Diddy signed on to help develop the Cîroc brand in the US for a 50% share of the company's profits.
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What vodka is from Poland?

The most highly regarded clear Polish vodka brands must be Belvedere, Chopin, Luksusowa, Ostoya, Pan Tadeusz and Wyborowa, all of which you'll find in any alcohol shop.
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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.
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Is Ketel One Russian?

Ketel One is one of those vodka brands that you might have thought was Russian, but nope – they're actually Dutch.
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Where is GREY Goose vodka from?

GREY GOOSE vodka is distilled in the gastronomy capital of the world, France, using the traditions of the Maître de Chai with only two ingredients – single-origin Picardie winter wheat and natural spring water.
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Is Aldi vodka Russian?

The budget-friendly retailer has said it will no longer sell Russian vodka.
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What vodka is not made in Russia?

Two popular brands of vodka are: Stoli (Stolichnaya) and Smirnoff. Both are not made in Russia. Stoli Group, the makers of their popular Stolichnaya vodka, are Russian-themed.
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Did vodka originate in Poland?

Vodka (Polish: wódka [ˈvutka], Russian: водка [ˈvotkə], Swedish: vodka [vɔdkɑː]) is a clear distilled alcoholic beverage. Different varieties originated in Poland, Russia, and Sweden.
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Where does gin come from?

Like many of Britain's national favourites, gin did not originate on our shores. In fact, if you don't count the Italian monks who are thought to have used juniper berries as flavourings in distilled spirits back in the 11th century, it's Holland that's credited as the birthplace of gin.
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Does Rick Ross own Cîroc?

P Diddy | Ciroc Vodka

When Diddy stepped in as brand ambassador, he established Ciroc as the number 1 vodka brand in America. As of 2017, he is the wealthiest Hip-Hop artist in the world with a net worth of $550 million.
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Is DJ Khaled sponsored by Cîroc?

Today (April 15), in partnership with Sean “Diddy” Combs, CÎROC Ultra-Premium Vodka reveals its newest offering, Summer Watermelon just in time for this coming season. Combs tapped multi-platinum selling producer DJ Khaled to help create the delectable flavor.
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Does Drake have a Tequila?

Working with Brent Hocking, founder of DeLeón Tequila, Drake launched the spirit in 2016.
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