Big Dog Vodka
Aromas of lemon zest and sweet cream give way to a palate of crisp grain and cracked white pepper. Unaged at 80 proof, its vibrant, silky texture concludes with a lingering mineral warmth.

Product Details
How to get this in NC
Special Order- Shoppers: This is a special-order product. Ask your local NC ABC store to special-order it using code 44-396.
- Bars & restaurants: Submit an on-premise request — our sales team responds within 24–48 hours and can help with special-order logistics.
- Timing: Special orders depend on ABC processing and producer availability; your store or our sales team can confirm lead times.
Dorado Rock is a licensed NC spirit broker. We represent brands statewide through the ABC system — we do not sell retail direct to consumers.
About Big Dog Vodka
Bright lemon zest and sweet cream aromas lead to a palate of crisp grain and cracked white pepper. This unaged spirit offers a vibrant, silky texture, culminating in a lingering mineral warmth.
From the heart of Tennessee, Nashville Distillery, renowned for its heritage in crafting exceptional American whiskeys, now presents Big Dog Vodka—a testament to purity and masterful distillation. This unaged spirit embodies the same dedication to quality and meticulous attention to detail that defines their celebrated small-batch bourbons. Crafted to a pristine 80 proof, Big Dog Vodka is a celebration of crispness and clarity, designed for the discerning palate. Its vibrant character, marked by a silky texture and a harmonious blend of nuanced flavors, reflects a commitment to authentic craftsmanship. Each sip invites an exploration of its refined profile, promising an experience that is both invigorating and elegantly smooth, a true pinnacle of unadulterated vodka expression.
Product Details
- ABV: 40%
- Proof: 80
- Age: Not specified
- Size: .75L
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Bright lemon zest, delicate sweet cream, and a hint of fresh spring water.
- Palate: A pristine crisp grain profile, nuanced with a subtle cracked white pepper spice and a vibrant, silky texture.
- Finish: A remarkably clean, lingering mineral warmth that is both smooth and invigorating.
Perfect For
Cocktails:
- Vodka Martini: 2.5 oz Big Dog Vodka, 0.5 oz Dry Vermouth, Lemon Twist or Olive.
- Moscow Mule: 2 oz Big Dog Vodka, 4 oz Ginger Beer, 0.5 oz Fresh Lime Juice, Lime Wedge.
- Lemon Drop Martini: 2 oz Big Dog Vodka, 0.75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice, 0.75 oz Triple Sec, Lemon Twist.
Food Pairings:
- Fresh Oysters with Mignonette (to complement mineral notes and cleanse palate).
- Smoked Salmon Blinis with Crème Fraîche (vodka's crispness cuts through richness).
- Light Pasta dishes with Lemon-Herb Sauce (echoes lemon notes, complements grain).
Best Enjoyed
Serve chilled, either neat in a frozen shot glass or over a single large ice cube in a rocks glass to appreciate its pristine character. Its silky texture also makes it an exceptional base for classic and contemporary cocktails, ideal for sophisticated gatherings or a refined evening indulgence.
Available throughout North Carolina through Dorado Rock LLC, your premium NC spirit broker.
About Nashville Distillery
Tennessee whiskey producer of 4547 Patriot Edition and Big Dog Bourbon — small-batch American whiskey.
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