It’s the citrus fruit of the moment, and there are many ways to enjoy it.
Yuzu is a fruit that hails from East Asia (although it is grown in New Zealand too) and tastes like a mix of lemon and mandarin with hints of lime and grapefruit too.
Confusing? Maybe. Delicious? Yes! Which is why we’re seeing yuzu pop up in our favourite drinks.
The Vodka RTD
Quench your thirst with this well-balanced RTD made with Japanese yuzu, vodka and sparkling water – reminicent of old fashioned lemonade.
The Pre-Mixed Gin
Scapegrace Gin & Soda Yuzu Lemon
Made with premium Scapegrace gin and New Zealand-grown yuzu, this gin and soda is beautifully balanced. Enjoy it straight from the can (chilled) or pour into a glass with a chunky cube of ice.
The Refreshing Mixer
Fever-Tree Lime & Yuzu Soda Water
This zesty lime and yuzu soda is made with lime from Mexico in addition to pressed oil extract from the floral Japanese yuzu. It’s a low-calorie
soda that’s perfect for mixing with vodka, gin or tequila (or just on its own for a non-alcohol version) for a mouth-watering, refreshing spritz.
The Premium Spirit
Scapegrace Uncommon Vodka Yuzu Lemon
Uncommon not only in name, but this release is also limited to just 2,500 bottles, all hand-numbered. Yuzu lemon is eternally fresh and sharp with a floral scent, making the vodka savoury and fresh with an aromatic citrus flavour that sits alongside salty floral notes. Crafted from the fruit of Horowhenua-based producers Neville and Junko Chun, who are pioneers in the cultivation of authentic Japanese yuzu lemons in New Zealand.
