The Economics of Vodka
Over the centuries, vodka has become one of the most commonplace and iconic alcohols in the world. Although the drink is closely affiliated with Russian culture, the origins of the drink are unknown. Today, vodka has become one of the most economically and culturally powerful alcohols in the world. On this section of vodka, I will explain the following:
How did vodka come to be an existing drink?
Why has vodka become so popular globally?
What are some of the cultural impacts of being so economically and socially powerful?
But before we begin to explore these topics, let's examine the proper way to drink vodka. Vodka, being the Russian cultural powerhouse it is, has had its own method of being drunk and chased developed by the Russians, who claim to be the inventors of vodka.