81 reviews of Grey Goose
Smooth from beginning to end. Very clean and crisp with no unplesant aftertaste.
Reviewer: Greg Wood | Score: 5
I found Grey Goose to be on the harsh side. I only gave it a three becuase I expected more from them.
Reviewer: Eric Vianovic | Score: 3
I usually drink vodka straight up. Maybe because of the high ratings this vodka has recieved I expected a smoother taste. Then again maybe it's supposed to be on the harsher side. Either way it's only ok and not outstanding or good.
Reviewer: Caleb Villeda | Score: 3
I have enjoyed the cool crisp taste of Grey Goose many of times, i would rank this up with all the best Vodkas in the world.
Reviewer: Blake Hite | Score: 5
As a shot this vodka truly is a premeuim blend of perfect distillation. As compared to Absolut or Ketel One, the Grey Goose was much sommther and had a profound aftertaste, not like the burning that occurs with Absolut or Ketel one.
Reviewer: Alexander Thifault | Score: 5
This vodka gives me a new respect for the French. Smooth seems such a small word when applied to this fine distillation. Stored in the freezer, this stuff will win over non-vodka drinkers.
Reviewer: James Nelson | Score: 5
Wonderful vodka. My absolute favorite and winner in my own taste test. Smooth, but not tasteless. I don't like flavorless vodka. No burning at all. Always have a bottle.
Reviewer: Mike Konieczki | Score: 5
The Goose rules. Slight essence of licorice makes it just right. Serve only subzero (F).
Reviewer: Jackster | Score: 5
Very disappointed in Grey Goose, as well as the Orange flavor. I found it bold and harsh. My tongue prefers Cosmos, Fris or Vox.
This seems very over-rated.
Reviewer: Carey Holzman | Score: 2
This is my favorite vodka. It has the right amount of punch and less aftertaste. Always serve cold, and don't waste it by putting mixer in it (ice at the most, please).
Reviewer: Kevin Parsneau | Score: 5
I'll fly with the goose anytime, wonderfull out of the bottle and doesn't taste like a drinkable version of rubbing alcohol.....very nice!
Reviewer: Brad S. | Score: 5
I've been a Vodka drinker for 25+ years and Grey Goose is the smoothest and most flavorful Vodka I've ever tasted. Stuart Z......Santa Fe
Reviewer: Stuart Zucker | Score: 5
A decent vodka, but not worth the hype or the price. The flavor is overwhelming and that takes away from the pureness I personally desire. From the flavor, and my experiences the day after having this, its obvious that its not been purified, or the flavor enchancing additives have caused my headache. At the same price range Cristall, or Jewel of Russia are much better choice.
Reviewer: Balthazar | Score: 3
Here's where Grey Goose fits into the picture.
You've been invited to d dinner party with friends.
You know the host will offer you a drink.
You know the host isn't a "Vodka person" and will probably try and slip you a Popov or, at best, an Absolut.
So, your'e only hope here is to bring a gift, a nice bottle of alcohol, to the party.
So, you stop off at the grocery store (because you're running late, like usual, and don't have time to go to that liquor store across town that stocks a good variety of Vodkas). So, anyhow, you're in the grocery store and you have a choice of Absolut, Skyy, Popov, Vox, Grey Goose, Belvedere and maybe a few other brands.
So, you choose the Grey Goose, because it's the best you can find in a large grocery store chain. (we'll, I'd argue that Belvedere would be about equal, but that's another story).
You bring it to the party, offer it to the host (much cooler to bring a premium Vodka that a bottle of wine, IMHO).
The host offers you a drink, you ask for your Vodka drink.
Host says "let's try this, what's it called again, Grey Goose that you brought"
You get your Premium drink. The host pours himself one. The host learns the difference between Vodka and GREAT Vodka.
Reviewer: mikehell | Score: 4
Best Vodka I've tasted to date. Very smooth all the way down. Got to love the Goose
Reviewer: The Box | Score: 5
Best Vodka I've had yet... but I've only tried Absolut, Kettle One, and Stolichnaya thus far. Amazingly smooth finish compared to the others in this group. Makes a Martini that you can sip and truly enjoy the flavor. I'll continue testing others to see if I can top it... but so far I always keep a bottle of this handy for straight Vodka or Martinis.
Reviewer: Rob | Score: 5
I have to say that I was disappointed with this Vodka. It came to me so highly recommended by websites and by my local wine/liquor store, that I expected more. I found its taste somewhat harsh and not as smooth as say Fris or Luksusowa. Still mush better then a Absolute. I usually drink vodka straight up and this was just not the Vodka for that.
Reviewer: Corbin Dickerson | Score: 3
Grey Goose is terriffic... It's smooth but not light... You taste the alcohol but not overlyso... Face it if you wanted to drink water, poland spring is cheaper.
It's best with a little citrus squeezed in, or with tonic...
If you bring this as a gift it will ALWAYS go to use...
Reviewer: Joe Dibi | Score: 5
I generally drink Ketel One, but my friend gave me a bottle of Goose. I was supprised at how smooth and sweet it was.
Reviewer: Forrest Nearing | Score: 4
One of the best I've had. Great taste. A little bight, but not like Stoli or Absolut. - I would like to note, since drinking Grey Goose, I have purchased probably about 20 bottles. Out of those, 4 have been "bad". It seems the cork can go bad just like a wine. These bad ones, had a very distinctive mold/mildew taste and aroma. Wondering if anyone else has ever had this.
Reviewer: G Hansen | Score: 4
Seems to consistently have a bit of an unpleasant edge to it--I don't care for it all that much straight from the freezer. About 25-30% overpriced to me, when compared to Chopin and Belvidere, which I feel are totally comparable. Not my first choice, but it would be my 2nd or 3rd.
Reviewer: Bongo Boy | Score: 4
Going back to Kettle One, better price...though if the goose is loose on sale I may snag it.
Reviewer: ssnaakee | Score: 4
I am quite surprised that the French make the best Vodka in the world. This is by far the smoothest, best tasting vodka in existence. It is simply in a class by itself, it makes vodka lovers out of people that don't even like vodka (my wife). Sure it's expensive but so is good Scotch.
Reviewer: Scott Cerbin | Score: 5
best vodka for my martini hands down!!!
Reviewer: m dommer | Score: 5
I JUST took another shot of the GOOSE straight up. Don't mix this stuff!!!
Held it in my mouth for a little bit and swallowed...NICE AND SMOOOOOOOTH.
This is great and can be drank with pizza....I'm doing it right now. Time for another shot...
Reviewer: Mike | Score: 4
Overrated Papicosh! Tastes like they added twizlers licorice to it. It made me pucker. Otherwise a step above crystal palace vodka.
Reviewer: Ray Abraham | Score: 2
Good, but not good enough to justify the price. I will take Chopin or even Stoli over Grey Goose any day. It has a bit of a harsh aftertaste.
Reviewer: Chuck | Score: 3
VERY smooth, but has to be served ice cold
Reviewer: Heather | Score: 4
Very smooth, with sort of a floral taste to me. I taste almost no alcohol in it at all. This stuff is great as it is, not a mixing vodka in my opinion. Excellent, so far only ciroc has been as enjoyable for me, but I've still got quite a bit of exploring to do.
Reviewer: Steve | Score: 5
After my boyfriend introduced me to Grey Goose Vodka I was hooked. It's all I ever drink, mix it with red bull and you can be tipsy with energy it's great. I've never had a hangover with it either. We get a big bottle a week you should see our collection It's cool, I want to keep all the bottles just don't know where to put them all. Maybe i'll use them as decor somehow.
Reviewer: Adela Pocaigue | Score: 5
This vodka is crisp, smooth almost flawless. I prefer to drink it warm because there is a harshness that comes with drinking it cold. When warm, Grey Goose feels like silk.
Reviewer: Liann | Score: 4
Grey Goose is tremendously overrated, it has an unpleasant flavor and always leaves me feeling sick the next day after just 1 vodka martini. I belive it is coasting on cachet, not quality. For the money, get Chopin instead, it is vastly superior in all respects, but I'd rate this worse than even cheaper brands like Skyy. 1 star if you pay full price, 2 stars if you get it for free.
Reviewer: Sean | Score: 1
Very good a little more burn than i was hoping. very smooth, good smell best very cold, mixes well especially with soda.
Reviewer: ian oliver | Score: 4
Definitely not my favorite. Too reminiscent of rubbing alcohol and hospitals. My test for vodka is whether it needs to be frozen to be good, and by that test I still prefer Kutskova, Yurii Dolgoruki, or Russian Standard.
Reviewer: Nancy Fiske | Score: 3
I like my vodka straight only. This one is l-l-lovely; sweet, smooth, light from start to finish, real winner. Don't adulterate with vermouth (an insult!) or olives, posssibly a small twist of lemon or lime but not really needed. What a beautiful sweet distillation.
Reviewer: Alexs | Score: 5
i gave it 0, cuz of zyr. find some and you'll all know why. zyr is the new grey goose/any other vodka u like best!
Reviewer: david | Score: 1
Most over-rated vodka on the market. Those who don't know vodka drink Grey Goose.
Reviewer: Rich | Score: 1
I gave it a 3 because of the price. Finlandia and stoli are excellent for almost half. The goose has good taste but an exceptionally bad value.
Reviewer: carl | Score: 3
Delicious
Reviewer: Valerie | Score: 4
but it is really a 20.i will buy no other vodka.
Reviewer: anthony | Score: 5
Compared to other premium vodkas, I didn't like it at first. But I gave it a chance, and now it's in my top 3. I'd still take Vox over it any day, and perhaps Chopin as well. But a good vodka, especially for a Martini.
Reviewer: Josh | Score: 5
I found that Grey Goose Vodka has a very smooth and silky taste and if you really want your taste buds to have this wonderful experience of tasting an exceptional flavor try "Grey Goose Vodka" absolutely SPLENDID and a very impressive drink.
Reviewer: Portchia | Score: 5
Definitly the best vodka I've tried yet. Extra smooth and crisp with very little bite and burn.
Reviewer: shawn | Score: 5
This was a very flavorful vodka. Really that was what I thought when it hit my mouth, FLAVOR! It was pretty smooth, and would be best to be drank neat, as the flavor might combat the things you mix it with.
If it wasn't so expensive I would buy it again.
Reviewer: Tony | Score: 3
I really enjoy Grey Goose. It is very smooth, and leaves no bitter aftertaste. One of the few mainstream Vodkas that I dare drink. A must for my martinis when I am drinkiing outside of my house.
Reviewer: Brittany | Score: 4
a good safe bet when drinking out in bars and clubs but the vodka itself doesn't live up to all its glitzy hype for the price you could do much better
Reviewer: dose | Score: 3
Just returned from an extended trip to Russia and became acquainted with quite a number of authentic Russian brands. As a comparison to what I beleive is the least best in America, I would use Grey Goose to thin paint, but not to drink...
Reviewer: John Boyd | Score: 1
Grey Goose is to harsh. I think it survives on reputation alone, and it doesn't deserve the good reputation it has. The price makes it even less appealing.
Reviewer: Gavin | Score: 2
I was unaware of the ridiculous hype surrounding this vodka beforehand, so I was simply rating the Goose on its own merits, on which it succeeds admirably. It's one of the smoothest vodkas I've tasted, though not totally flavorless, and has a clean crisp aftertaste with little to no alcohol burn. I only dared mix it once and found the subtle flavor to be lost, but drunk straight or with ice this is a superb vodka. Just try and ignore the hype.
Reviewer: mal | Score: 5
Ok, I believe this is a fine Vodka, but it is a bit overrated. I for one cannot drink this Vodka at room temp, where as Armadale excells at. I believe Armadale is a couple notches better than Grey overall and I don
t think I'll buy Grey again until I wan't a change of pace. I you wan't attention at a party than bringing Grey Goose with you will get you that. A great Vodka and even though I think it's overrated I still highly recommend it if your a first timer and want to start with one of the better Vodkas.
Reviewer: Matthew | Score: 4
I agree that Grey Goose is overpriced/overrated. I love it just the same tho. It is on my top shelf. I find it very boring and neutral. I does have a slight ethyl odor. It is a bit harsh, but it's my favorite vodka for mixers. I put it on par with Kettle One. I will continue to endorse Grey Goose, regardless of what others say.
Reviewer: Ari Mouratides | Score: 4
Very expensive and tastes like rubbing alcohol. Harshest vodka ive ever drank
Reviewer: Josh | Score: 1
the Goose is over-rated. it is very smooth, yes, like drinking water. but has almost no taste, like drinking water.
Reviewer: Maksim Markov | Score: 2
It's OK taste. Average smoothness and mildness. There's some unpleasant aroma (it possibly comes from charcoal).
Reviewer: Husky | Score: 3
Honestly, between the price, harshness, and flavor, this is one of my least favorite alcohols. In the land of vodka I would rather drink Kamchatka (horrendous and cheap) For 16 bucks here in Ohio I can get a bottle of Van Gogh which in my opinion is much smoother (and it has a cooler bottle). This stuff is aweful. Might as well drink grain alcohol in my book.
Reviewer: Sean | Score: 1
Very overrated. Ketel One is much smoother and tastes better mixed or straight-up.
Grey Goose is well marketed and has a pretty bottle, but that's where it ends. It's an average vodka that is "cool" amongst the people.
I went to Paris in early 2007 and I couldn't find Goose anywhere. None of the 3 Parisians I was with had ever heard of it.
American marketing at it's best. It's way over-priced. Save your money and go with Ketel One or Tito's
Reviewer: BrianV | Score: 1
In a blind taste test one night, 5 people at a party I was at were given 3 different vodkas to try. We rated them worst to best, and the WORST was unianimously Grey Goose, followed by SKYE, and the real shocker for me was the Smirnoff won hands down.
A real eye-opener for me, as I had always heard Grey Goose was so great.
Reviewer: chad | Score: 2
The taste is good but it has quite a bit of bite that i didn't expect based on the price.
Reviewer: John | Score: 4
overpriced, overrated vodka, not worth half the money they charge, its average at best
Reviewer: jeremy s | Score: 3
Award the importer's advertising acumen five stars. Don't throw your money away on this overrated mediocrity.
Reviewer: blueshoe | Score: 2
fairly good flavor, slightly bitter.
not worth the price its normally charged for though... there are much better vodkas for much less.
Reviewer: Jimmyman | Score: 3
Way overrated and overpriced. People that don't know vodka drink this stuff. Try Belvedere or for an inexpensive treat Luksosawa or Sobieski.
Reviewer: Jeff | Score: 2
Grey Goose gets flak because of its popularity and price. A perfect target of disdain for vodka snobs as a result. While I can't argue that better vodka can be had at cheaper prices, it is hard to deny the smoothness of Grey Goose. It's a great mixer. And if someone else is picking up the tab, I see no reason to complain. Smooth, just a hint of crispness, and very low fragrance. I am, however, a vodka drinker that prefers a little taste to my vodka. So for my money, I'd go with Ketel One. Cheaper, almost as smooth, and with a nice finish.
Reviewer: Mike W | Score: 4
OK, and fairly smooth... if you have $30-40 around and want a small bottle of vodka, go for it, but you can find MUCH cheaper vodka thats actually better (Tito's).
Reviewer: zippydude | Score: 2
Not too bad, a bit grainy for my palatte. I think better vodkas can be purchased for a cheaper price though.
Reviewer: Hillary | Score: 3
a superbly marketed bad product. Kudo's to the owner who's laughing all the way to the bank. it's overly sweet and has a harsh aftertaste, this is not a premium product and paying more than $20.xx a bottle you're getting ripped off.
Reviewer: EsocLucius | Score: 2
Grey Goose is a very pricey and mediocre vodka. I have to agree with another reviewer who said those who drink Grey Goose are those that don't know vodka. On the plus side it is smooth (due to the filtration) so it's not a bad vodka, just mediocre. Also, it's made in France but not French. When Stanley Frank importers decided to offer an expensive vodka that many would think was premium, they surveyed to find most Americans equate the French with food quality, so they set up production in France. They call it "the world's best tasting vodka" but that was from a beverage tasting institute rating based on their first hand made batches (not the production batches delivered today). These days they find themselves not even ranking in the top 20 at the beverage tasting institute. The bottom line is if you're drinking Grey Goose, you're being duped. You can purchase a far superior, more pure, and more smooth vodka for a lesser price (try Teton Glacier, it's made right here in America and often ranked as among the 5 best vodkas world wide); or, if you want a foreign vodka with a fancy frosted bottle like Grey Goose try Belvedere (it's about the same price as Grey Goose but a far better vodka and is the company from which Grey Goose based their bottle design).
Reviewer: Mike | Score: 1
absolutely overpriced tripe. it's an average product at best. i'd rate it a two, but it's marketed as a 'premium' product, which it isn't so it gets 1 star. it's smooth, yes... anyone that thinks it doesn't have a nasty bitter taste to it better wake up and try some good vodka out.
Reviewer: zander | Score: 1
We hosted a Halloween party & I decided to drink GG w/ cranberry juice. Had one mixed too strong & it was like drinking isopropyl alcohol! I will never be duped again - I'll try one of the suggestions here. Also, I woke up with a wicked headache! Thanks for the unbiased opinions here......
Reviewer: Candy Corn witch | Score: 3
Light starch nose, wheat and coriander with a touch of orange, short polished finish. This is not a truly awful vodka. The reason I personally give it a 2 is because it has been refined through over-filtration, and the price hardly reflects the vodka itself. What it makes up for in clarity, it lacks in character, which in my opinion, sets ultra-premiums apart, since it costs nothing to filter an unremarkable vodka, and takes time and effort to distill a remarkable one !
Reviewer: Christropher Home Cutler | Score: 2
Ah, the famous Grey Goose, the vodka that most anybody you run into will say is the best vodka. I tell you, Mr. Sidney Frank, the founder, fooled everyone into thinking that this is the best vodka in the world, because it's not. It's certainly not a bad vodka, but it's not the best. It is smooth, no question, but pay attention to the aftertaste and how bitter it gets, then compare it to other vodkas and do tell whether you still think it's worth the price. Maybe if it was about ten to fifteen dollars less it would be worth it. It does not belong on the top shelf. Lower upper to upper middle shelf at best. Overpriced and overhyped. Don't believe the hype.
Reviewer: Jason | Score: 3
How anyone that likes the pure clean taste of vodka can call this a premium vodka is beyond me. Smirnoff tastes better than this. It's like buying Russian wine.
Reviewer: C Toppa | Score: 1
Come on.. if it isn't Russian or Polish, it's not vodka. Like drinking Greek Scotch!
Reviewer: HG | Score: 3
It's not a bad vodka, it's quite smooth with only a bit of bitterness...but it's over hyped and over priced.
Reviewer: Jennifer | Score: 3
i{m about to buy a couple of grey goose, getting 'em for cheap(on clearence), so just wanted to know if grey goose also added thickeners to their exporting vodkas
Reviewer: Daniel | Score: 1
Way over priced and way over hyped, dont get me wrong its perfectly drinkable but i'd far rather buy a bottle of Beluga for a few quid more...
Reviewer: calum | Score: 2
Way too much hyped about, I drink Vodka with Tonic and every time Ive been given Grey Goose I assume Ive been given a Gin and Tonic, I just cant get used to the flavour.
Reviewer: Vodka Lover | Score: 1
This stuff aint bad but for the money ($33) It's not worth it. It's pretty smooth at first but then at the end it's a little harsh. I tasted nothing special about it, but then I keep my vodka in the freezer. No Alexander The Grape here.
Reviewer: jmr | Score: 2
Best marketing of any Vodka! Most effortless golf swing By Retief. Vodka is average at best! Caps are the nicest! Try Black, or Elit,
Reviewer: Justen Kase | Score: 1
This is another great example of the mass marketing machine at work. Take an average/below average vodka, put it in a pretty bottle, market the crap out of it, claim it's "the world's best tasting vodka", place the distillery in France, have sheeple believe this, have rappers rap about it......and there you have it. Folks, this is nothing more than an average vodka. Sure the bottle looks pretty and it's considered a status symbol on name recognition, but the quality is non existent. It's just okay. A Mercedes frame with Kia parts and engine. Step up to the big leagues and go for Belvedere, Ketel One, or Jewel of Russia.
Reviewer: Dave | Score: 2
Waaaaaaaay too bitter. Doesn't mix well with anything. You can keep paying $33+ a bottle for this overrated pretentious crap. I'll stick with Ketel, or Finlandia.
Reviewer: Gordon | Score: 1