Quick Facts
- Brand: Grey Goose
- Type: Grain-based vodka (French winter wheat)
- Distilled in: Picardy, France
- ABV: 40% (80 proof)
- Average Price: $30–$45 (750ml)
- Category: Premium Vodka
Few bottles carry as much hype as Grey Goose. Born in France but built for American back bars, it’s long been the symbol of “premium” vodka. Ultra-smooth, crystal-clear, and a step above the rest. But nearly three decades after its debut, does it still live up to its name?
We pulled scores and tasting notes from expert reviewers to see how it really measures up.
Aggregate Rating: 86/100
Ratings
| Source | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Drinkhacker | 90 | Grey Goose remains one of the most approachable, clean, and easy-to-love vodkas on the market. |
| The Rum Howler Blog | 86.5 | Soft and smooth on the palate with a gentle sweetness and a crisp finish. Consistent and well-crafted. |
| Honest Booze Reviews | 67 | Not bad but not worth the price tag. It’s too subtle for its own good and fades quickly on the palate. |
| Saucey | 100 | A staple top-shelf vodka praised for smoothness and clean taste. |
Grey Goose earns an aggregate score of 86 across critic and consumer reviews. It’s widely praised for its clean texture, subtle sweetness, and elegant branding. However, some reviewers question whether its premium price matches its subtlety. In short: a top-shelf vodka that shines in presentation and smoothness, if not in intensity.
Original scores:
- Drinkhacker = 9/10
- The Rum Howler Blog = 86.5/100
- Honest Booze Reviews = 46.72/70
- Saucey = 5/5
Tasting Notes
Nose: Subtle citrus, faint grain, and light floral tones.
Palate: Clean and creamy; hints of marshmallow, mineral, and cracked pepper.
Finish: Exceptionally smooth and crisp with little to no burn.
“Gentle sweetness, marshmallow-like body, and eliminates any sense of boozy sharpness.” — Drinkhacker
“Soft and smooth on the palate with a gentle sweetness and crisp finish.” — The Rum Howler Blog
Is Grey Goose good for cocktails?
Grey Goose is known for elegance rather than intensity. It works beautifully in martinis, vodka sodas, or any cocktail where clarity and texture matter more than bold flavor.
Best Served: Neat, chilled, or in clean, citrus-forward cocktails.
Avoid In: Strongly flavored or spiced cocktails where its subtlety gets lost.
Value
Verdict: Fair
While Drinkhacker and Rum Howler highlight its consistency and smoothness, Honest Booze Reviews critiques its price-to-flavor ratio:
“Not bad but not worth the price tag.” — Honest Booze Reviews
At $35–$45, you’re paying a bit for the label. But for those who value refinement and balance, Grey Goose delivers the experience it promises.
Extra Notes
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Grey Goose is distilled five times from French winter wheat, then blended with limestone-filtered water from Gensac-la-Pallue in Cognac.
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Created by François Thibault, a French maître de chai (cellar master), who designed it to embody the refinement of French distilling tradition.
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Marketing and presentation heavily influence perception. Some critics note the brand’s image outpaces its complexity.
Conclusion
Verdict: Elegant, consistent, and impeccably smooth — ideal for those who prefer refinement over intensity.
Grey Goose remains a benchmark for premium vodka. It’s beautifully balanced, versatile, and unmistakably polished. While some find it too subtle for its price, its texture and consistency continue to define the luxury vodka category.
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