Originally Posted by
Rejuvenated
You're like me. I just can't withstand the strong taste of vodka. Regardless cheap or expensive.
I can barely tolerate vodka anymore. It has to be mixed with something to the point that I cannot taste the vodka.
That said, the lowest I'll go is Smirnoff. Even with friends who only want to get wasted, I would feel bad putting out Smirnoff at my place. I generally am a nicer guy than that and will put out something one grade higher, such as Skyy.
If I'm buying for myself (rare), I'll pick up Absolut/Ketel One/Stoli. Belvedere/Goose are a waste of money for me since I wouldn't drink them straight. I figure why get the good stuff if I'm mixing