robust enough to anchor a cocktail without needing to be heavy-handed with the pour

taken off the still at 180 proof — well above the 160-proof ceiling that defines bourbon distillation

The blend is built around 75% Merlot

Despite the bourbon category's strong association with Kentucky

works well with the citrus undertone

Grey Goose Essences Watermelon & Basil 750ML chardonnay robust enough to anchor aGrey Goose Essences Watermelon & Basil 750ML is a botanically infused French vodka bottled at 30% ABV (60 proof) in a 750ml format. Part of the Grey Goose Essences range, this expression distinguishes itself through a unique distillation process applied individually to each fruit and botanical, using cold pressed watermelon and garden picked basil layered over the brand's acclaimed French wheat vodka base. Quick Facts: ABV: 30% Origin: Picardie &