Effen Yuzu Citrus Vodka
Effen Yuzu Citrus Vodka is a 37.5% ABV (75 proof) flavored vodka from Northern Holland — 100% premium wheat from Northern France, continuously distilled in giant stainless-steel columns at low temperature and filtered five times through active carbon, then infused with natural yuzu and citrus (grapefruit, lime, mandarin, orange) extracts before bottling. No added sugar, no artificial flavors. From the EFFEN portfolio by Suntory Global Spirits (2019 launch), in the brand's signature yellow rubber-sleeved bottle. A 750mL bottle. Buy flavored vodka online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 37.5% (75 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Base: 100% premium wheat, distilled in Northern Holland
- Infusion: Yuzu + citrus extracts (grapefruit, lime, mandarin, orange)
- Sweetening: None — no added sugar or artificial flavors
Yuzu, the Citrus Bartenders Hoard
Yuzu is the Japanese citrus chefs and bartenders treat like treasure — intensely aromatic, floral, somewhere between grapefruit and mandarin — and EFFEN built a whole vodka around it. The official tasting: bright citrus with floral back notes on the aroma; slight sweetness with herbal and fruity tones balanced with grapefruit zest on the palate; a touch of sweet citrus on the finish. The brand's featured serve is simple — Yuzu Citrus with grapefruit club soda. Shop more EFFEN vodka and the vodka collection.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: bright citrus with floral back notes. Flavor: slight sweetness with herbal and fruity tones, balanced with grapefruit zest. Finish: a touch of sweet citrus. (Official distiller notes, 2019 launch.)
How to Enjoy
The brand recommends it neat or mixed with grapefruit club soda over ice. In cocktails it plays well anywhere a bright citrus vodka belongs — gimlets, citrus highballs, yuzu mules.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does yuzu citrus vodka taste like? Bright citrus on the nose with floral notes, lightly sweet herbal/fruity palate balanced with grapefruit zest, and a touch of sweet citrus on the finish.
Is EFFEN Yuzu Citrus sweetened? No — the brand states no added sugar or artificial flavors; the sweetness comes from the yuzu and citrus extracts.
How should you drink EFFEN Yuzu Citrus? Neat or with grapefruit club soda — the brand's recommended serve.
Yuzu-level citrus in a bottle — get EFFEN Yuzu Citrus online at Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.