The world of vodka is growing into a category of terroir-driven and unique spirits. Made from a variety of agricultural products from all around the globe, these 9 vodkas stood out in 2018’s Ultimate Spirit Challenge with scores from 94 to 96 Points.

1. Belvedere Lake Bartezek Single Estate Rye Vodka (Poland), 96 Points, Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation

2. Bainbridge Legacy Organic Vodka (United States), 95 Points, Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation

3. Kalak Peat Cask Single Malt Grain Spirits (for USA) Vodka (Ireland), 95 Points, Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation

4. Purity 34 Ultra Premium Vodka (Sweden), 95 Points, Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation

5. BOYD & BLAIR Potato Vodka (United States), 94 Points, Excellent, Highly Recommended

6. Kalak Single Malt Vodka (Ireland), 94 Points, Excellent, Highly Recommended

7. Misadventure Vodka (United States), 94 Points, Excellent, Highly Recommended

8. Crop Harvest Earth Organic Artisanal Vodka (United States), 94 Points, Excellent, Highly Recommended