Oka Yuzu Japanese Vodka (900ml)
Review Date: 07/2024
The base spirit for this flavored vodka is distilled completely from rice, and then the producer macerates the spirit with yuzu pulp and peels before being pot-distilled and then rested a further week on the peels. The nose is in a beautiful battle with itself, trying to show off soft and beautiful yuzu florality while also offering a punch of lemon-lime citrus. The palate has a delightful weight, making it eminently sippable, with an intense punch of yuzu shining through while the mouthfeel draws you in, the initial stage of the finish is herbal but ultimately it settles down tasting like tropical yuzu candy, despite no sweetness in the product. I've made a few drinks with this and the yuzu character always shines through beautifully, making the cocktails distinctive and that much more appealing. Truly a winner of a product.
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Notes
Produced by the Tsutsumi Distillery in Kumamoto Prefecture, Kyushu, Japan, this is a unique yuzu-flavored Japanese vodka. Distilled from a pure rice base, the yuzu pulp and peels undergo maceration and further pot distillation. The peels are then macerated again post-distillation for a week. This process imparts vibrant yuzu notes to the nose and an equally invigorating palate, characterized by yuzu peel with nuanced hints of jasmine blossom and underripe mango. Lightly filtered, it may contain minimal sediment from the yuzu peel maceration. Boasting an ABV of 35%, this vodka leverages the complex flavors and aromas of yuzu. Mixed into OKA VODKA pre-bottling, the increased citrus intensity provides an engaging balance to its approachable ABV. This vodka is an ideal choice for bartenders, mixologists, or anyone seeking a natural and layered alternative to conventional citrus vodka.
Product Details
Origin: Japan
Type/Varietal: Vodka
Alcohol Content: 35%
SKU: #1749028