Belka and Strelka Vodka, 700ml

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It's an extremely versatile vodka that has been created in the same pioneering spirit that helped pave the way for Belka and Strelka's heroism. Drawing in consumers from both the standard and premium segments, by either being a craft product or of better value. From the Vodka you can expect some Peppery notes at the forefront infused with hints of Citrus Lemon and an Earthy undertone. This dynamic duo of dogs ventured out into space aboard the Sputnik, orbiting Earth 18 times before safely landing. For a limited time only, you'll be able to claim 10% off from March until June 2018 at drinksupermarket.

Bottled in France, the spirit drink blends together the “softest vodka with luxuriously complex” eau-de-vie de Cognac. This triple distilled vodka is made in Kazakhstan with the same heroic spirit as the brave space dogs. Belka and Strelka orbited the earth 18 times aboard Sputnik 5 on 19th August 1960 before landing safely back on earth as canine heroes. The rocket-shaped Belka-and-Strelka vodka jugs pictured were sculpted in the wake of their flight in the Russian village of Gzhel, a town outside Moscow that has been known for its folk ceramics since the early 19 th century. This Kazakhstan vodka is named after the world's first cosmonauts, two dogs who were launched into space from Baikanur in Kazakhstan.That is why when there were plans to introduce this Kazakhstan made vodka , we soon found inspiration in the stars. The Ellustria brand portfolio stands for re-imagining beverages and to do so we want to ensure that their stories are heard!

The long connection between the Royal Navy and rum can be traced back to 1655 and Vice-Admiral William Penn's expedition to the West Indies.

Although they may be dogs, these brave animals gave hope and inspiration to the future of mankind, they went to space and back in 1960 aboard Sputnik 5.