Notes - Written references to vodka in Russia and Siberia first appeared in literature in the 15th century. In 19th Century chemist Dimitri Mandalev laid down the definitive rules for vodka production and defined the ideal alcoholic content should be 40%. Thanks to Mandalev's pioneering work Russian vodka is the still considered to be some of the best in the world. Mamont Vodka is like no other vodka. Oustandingly rich, smooth and rich toned its quality lie in the Siberian ingredients and the finest craftmanship. Exceptionally pure water from Siberian artesian wells, filtered through layers of volcanic rock is used and the finest Siberian wheat grains are selected. Mamont is distilled numerous times and a unique treatment with Siberian birch charcoal and a triple filtration results in a vodka with purity, clarity and a silky smoothness. The finishing touch is the addition of Siberian Cedar nuts which imparts an extra layer of complex nuttiness and extra aromas. The vodka is presented in a striking glass bottle, designed by Stranger & Stranger in the shape of a mammoth tusk. Try Mamont vodka neat, frozen, straight from the freezer or in cocktails. Use as the vodka in you favourite Martini recipe for a Mamontini!