Some 16-17 years ago I was looking for the "ultimate" vodka, something with a smooth taste but not too expensive.
I tried random ones, many had a horrible aftertaste, can't remember anymore but one of the worst was "Hlibny dar", there was a horrible aftertaste.
My favorites were the main Russian ones, Stolichnaya, the basic and special editions, also Russian standard. Then something called "STÖN", and a couple more that I can't seem to find anywhere.
I don't really drink any vodka anymore, just beer nowadays, sometimes, rarely though.