A zesty explosion of aromatic, complex yuzu flavours. This delicious yuzu liqueur delivers a citrus zing that is balanced with light sugar sweetness. Mouth-watering citrus juice on the nose, with gentle citrus acidity and tingling charisma, followed by a final hit of sweetness and lasting zestiness.
This is an innovative approach to citrus. Far more refined than a limoncello, it is zesty and juicy but with all the subtlety of the citrus fruit preserved. Every part of the fresh yuzu is used to capture as wide a range of the complex flavour as possible.
About yuzu
Known as the 'Queen of Citrus’ in Japan, yuzu is a cross between a wild citrus and a sour mandarin. It originated, and grows wild, in central China and Tibet. Yuzu delivers a famously aromatic and complex blend of citrus - there are notes of fresh mandarin, grapefruit and lime aroma, with a lemon-orange acidity.
The way we make our Yuzucello is distinct from limoncello. Traditionally, limoncello is made exclusively with lemon zest (no juice or pith), macerated in high-strength alcohol for 4-5 days, then filtered, diluted and sugar added. By contrast, our aim here is to preserve the complex flavour of the whole yuzu fruit, while still producing a highly flavourful product that speaks for itself. It has the two typical hallmarks of a liqueur: it has more sugar and less alcohol than the spirit it started as.
How to enjoy Yuzucello
Yuzucello is perfect as an aperitif or digestif, particularly on a balmy summer evening. For a refreshing long drink, simply add soda water and ice. Or for a sophisticated Yuzucello spritzer, it can be combined with prosecco or another sparkling white wine.
We also love a Yuzucello mojito: shake fresh mint, ice, white rum and Yuzucello for one minute. Pour over ice, top up with soda water and garnish with fresh mint, plus a slice of yuzu or lemon.
Abv: 22%
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