Hangar 1 Straight American Vodka
Hangar 1 Straight American Vodka is a refined, craft-style vodka that blends Old World fruit distillation with modern American innovation. Produced in Northern California, it combines the smooth elegance of Viognier grape eau-de-vie with the clean structure of Midwestern wheat vodka, resulting in a spirit that is exceptionally soft, subtly floral, and gently fruity. Balanced enough for sipping yet versatile in cocktails, it stands apart from traditional neutral vodkas with its distinctive aromatic character.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Hangar 1 Vodka was founded in 2001 in Alameda, California, originally produced in a converted World War II aircraft hangar at the former Alameda Naval Air Station, which inspired the brand’s name.
The vodka is crafted using an unusual dual-distillate method. One component is pot-distilled eau-de-vie made from Viognier wine grapes, while the other is column-distilled neutral spirit from American wheat. These two distillates are carefully blended to create a vodka that retains the smoothness expected from wheat while gaining subtle fruit and floral aromatics from the grape base.
Production follows small-batch methods with careful ingredient sourcing. The distillers work with growers to obtain fruit and grain at peak ripeness, and the distillation process takes several weeks per batch to ensure purity and balance.
The finished vodka is bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) and is known for its clean profile with delicate aromatic complexity—qualities that have helped establish Hangar 1 as a respected American craft vodka brand.
Critics Reviews
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"Although overall neutral and mild, this artisanal vodka is distinguished by a faint fruitiness and a touch of sweetness on the clean, crisp finish." 93 Points Wine Enthusiast
This score reflects the vodka’s reputation as one of the more characterful craft vodkas in the American market.
Tasting Profile
Nose:
Fresh and lightly floral with aromas of honeysuckle, citrus blossom, and subtle grape notes.
Palate:
Smooth and rounded with soft wheat sweetness, Asian pear, and delicate fruit tones, balanced by clean mineral clarity.
Finish:
Lightly perfumed and silky with lingering floral notes and faint citrus.
Quick Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| ABV / Proof | 40% ABV / 80 Proof |
| Origin / Region | California, USA |
| Distillery | Hangar 1 Distillery |
| Spirit Type | Straight American Vodka |
| Base Ingredients | Viognier grapes & American wheat |
| Distillation | Pot-distilled grape eau-de-vie blended with column-distilled wheat vodka |
| Aromas & Flavors | Honeysuckle, pear, citrus blossom, soft grain sweetness |
| Style / Identity | Craft American vodka with subtle fruit and floral character |
Cocktail Recipes
Classic Hangar 1 Martini
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2½ oz Hangar 1 Straight Vodka
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½ oz dry vermouth
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Lemon twist or olive
Stir with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass.
California Vodka Collins
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2 oz Hangar 1 Straight Vodka
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¾ oz fresh lemon juice
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½ oz simple syrup
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Soda water
Shake vodka, lemon juice, and syrup with ice; strain into a tall glass and top with soda.
Product Information
Product Information
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Description
Hangar 1 Straight American Vodka is a refined, craft-style vodka that blends Old World fruit distillation with modern American innovation. Produced in Northern California, it combines the smooth elegance of Viognier grape eau-de-vie with the clean structure of Midwestern wheat vodka, resulting in a spirit that is exceptionally soft, subtly floral, and gently fruity. Balanced enough for sipping yet versatile in cocktails, it stands apart from traditional neutral vodkas with its distinctive aromatic character.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Hangar 1 Vodka was founded in 2001 in Alameda, California, originally produced in a converted World War II aircraft hangar at the former Alameda Naval Air Station, which inspired the brand’s name.
The vodka is crafted using an unusual dual-distillate method. One component is pot-distilled eau-de-vie made from Viognier wine grapes, while the other is column-distilled neutral spirit from American wheat. These two distillates are carefully blended to create a vodka that retains the smoothness expected from wheat while gaining subtle fruit and floral aromatics from the grape base.
Production follows small-batch methods with careful ingredient sourcing. The distillers work with growers to obtain fruit and grain at peak ripeness, and the distillation process takes several weeks per batch to ensure purity and balance.
The finished vodka is bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) and is known for its clean profile with delicate aromatic complexity—qualities that have helped establish Hangar 1 as a respected American craft vodka brand.
Critics Reviews
-
"Although overall neutral and mild, this artisanal vodka is distinguished by a faint fruitiness and a touch of sweetness on the clean, crisp finish." 93 Points Wine Enthusiast
This score reflects the vodka’s reputation as one of the more characterful craft vodkas in the American market.
Tasting Profile
Nose:
Fresh and lightly floral with aromas of honeysuckle, citrus blossom, and subtle grape notes.
Palate:
Smooth and rounded with soft wheat sweetness, Asian pear, and delicate fruit tones, balanced by clean mineral clarity.
Finish:
Lightly perfumed and silky with lingering floral notes and faint citrus.
Quick Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| ABV / Proof | 40% ABV / 80 Proof |
| Origin / Region | California, USA |
| Distillery | Hangar 1 Distillery |
| Spirit Type | Straight American Vodka |
| Base Ingredients | Viognier grapes & American wheat |
| Distillation | Pot-distilled grape eau-de-vie blended with column-distilled wheat vodka |
| Aromas & Flavors | Honeysuckle, pear, citrus blossom, soft grain sweetness |
| Style / Identity | Craft American vodka with subtle fruit and floral character |
Cocktail Recipes
Classic Hangar 1 Martini
-
2½ oz Hangar 1 Straight Vodka
-
½ oz dry vermouth
-
Lemon twist or olive
Stir with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass.
California Vodka Collins
-
2 oz Hangar 1 Straight Vodka
-
¾ oz fresh lemon juice
-
½ oz simple syrup
-
Soda water
Shake vodka, lemon juice, and syrup with ice; strain into a tall glass and top with soda.
