Fortress Cucumber Vodka

Fortress Cucumber Vodka is Fort Hamilton Distillery’s ultra-refreshing spin on modern vodka: clean, focused, and built around the pure flavor of real cucumbers. Produced in Brooklyn, New York, this flavored vodka starts with a base made from New York corn, distilled seven times in a column still for an exceptionally neutral, silky spirit. 

From there, Fort Hamilton layers in fresh American cucumbers, which go through their own dedicated distillation in a hybrid still. The resulting concentrated cucumber distillate is then carefully blended back into the corn vodka. This approach captures the full spectrum of cucumber character, from cool, juicy flesh to subtle peel and rind notes, without resorting to artificial flavorings. 

Once the blend is dialed in, the vodka is proofed down with mineral-rich water from New York’s Catskill Mountains, helping keep the texture plush while preserving a crisp, refreshing finish. Fortress Cucumber Vodka is gluten free, sugar free, additive free, non-chill filtered, and certified OU kosher, making it a smart choice for drinkers who want clean labels without sacrificing flavor. 

In the glass, the nose is immediately cucumber-forward: think freshly sliced cucumber, a hint of watermelon rind, and a light floral lift. On the palate, it’s smooth and medium-bodied, with gentle sweetness from the corn base balanced by the slightly savory, cooling edge of cucumber skin. The finish is bright, dry, and extremely refreshing, inviting another sip. 

Fortress Cucumber Vodka is designed to be versatile behind the bar. It is excellent simply topped with soda and a squeeze of lime, but it also slips easily into spritzes, sours, and savory Martinis. Bartenders and home hosts alike will find it especially useful for seasonal serves such as cucumber gimlets, spa-water style highballs, and garden-inspired pitchers for warm-weather entertaining. 

Whether you’re building an easy weeknight drink or a full cocktail menu, Fortress Cucumber Vodka delivers genuine cucumber character, thoughtful craft, and reliable quality in every pour.