7 New Vodkas to Try Right Now

Just before the pandemic, Caley Shoemaker left Hangar 1 Vodka—where she had helped build up the brand for several years as head distiller—and set out to open her own distillery in Santa Fe. As Above So Below opened in late 2021 with Sigil Gin and Ritual Vodka, which is distilled from malted barley. The choice nods to Shoemaker’s roots making whiskey at Stranahan’s, and imparts grassy flavors and a soft texture to the spirit—unusual, and welcome, characteristics for vodka.