UK's O2 sparkling vodka debuts in US

The product is made from a blend of wheat, malted barley and charcoal-filtered English spring water.

It is batch-distilled in 100-year-old copper pot stills and infused with tiny bubbles. Available in Premium 80 proof, three times distilled, and Super Premium 945, 94 proof and five times distilled, in crystal glass bottles with twist caps.

Maitland said: "Many thought it would be impossible, but I persevered and was awarded a patent in 2003.

"Drinking other vodkas is like drinking a flat soda. The taste is heavy and dull while O2 electrifies cocktails adding a new dimension of taste, texture and flavor.

"Not only can you eat and drink without effort, but also experience how the vodka actually enhances the food flavors."

O2 is currently rolling out across the US and is available at restaurants and nightclubs as well as wine and spirit retailers.

Source: O2 Sparkling Vodka