Absolut Citron
The lemon vodka from Åhus and the vodka from the original Cosmopolitan recipe. Fresh, lively and well-balanced: with soda, in a Lemon Drop or simply in a pink Cosmo.
The lemon vodka behind the Cosmopolitan
Absolut Citron is Absolut Vodka with the flavor of lemon and a hint of lime. The brand describes it as a lively, fresh vodka that is uncomplicated and well-balanced. Unlike most Absolut flavors, which are 38% ABV, Citron has the same 40% as the original. As a result, it behaves like a full-fledged vodka in a cocktail, just with a citrus edge.
Citron owes its fame to the Cosmopolitan, one of the most famous modern cocktails: the original recipe was made with this lemon vodka. Like all Absolut products, it comes from Åhus in southern Sweden, where all the ingredients come from the region and the distillery operates carbon-neutral. The brand sums it up as 'one source, one community'.
In short
Fresh, tart and bright like lemon peel
Fresh lemon
A lively, fresh aroma of lemon, with a hint of lime behind it. Not candy-like, but more like the scent of freshly grated peel.
Citrus in balance
Crisp and well-balanced. The citrus is clearly present, but the vodka remains dry and not sweet.
Clean and warm
At 40%, it is slightly warmer than the other flavors, with a fresh citrus note that lingers.
Flavor profile of Absolut Citron neat and ice-cold. With soda or in a cocktail, its freshness really comes through.
How to get the most out of Absolut Citron
Citron is made for fresh, tart drinks. With soda water, as the brand itself recommends, or in one of the classics it became famous for.
Lemon & soda
50 ml Absolut Citron with 150 ml soda water in a tall glass filled with ice, finished with a lemon slice. Dry, fresh, and without added sweetness.
Long drink glasses →The original Cosmopolitan
40 ml Absolut Citron, 15 ml Cointreau, 30 ml cranberry juice, and 15 ml lime juice, shaken briefly and vigorously with ice and strained into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with an orange zest.
To the recipe →Lemon Drop
45 ml Absolut Citron, 20 ml triple sec, 20 ml fresh lemon juice, and 10 ml simple syrup, shaken with ice and strained into a coupe with a sugared rim.
To the recipe →Cocktails with Absolut Citron
Wherever a recipe calls for vodka and a splash of citrus, Citron adds extra freshness.
Cosmopolitan
Lemon vodka, Cointreau, cranberry, and lime. The cocktail that made Absolut Citron famous worldwide.
Lemon Drop Martini
Lemon vodka, triple sec, and lemon juice with a sugared rim. A lemon candy in a glass.
Kamikaze
Vodka, triple sec, and lime in equal parts, shaken and served cold. Citron makes it even more zesty.
Sea Breeze
Vodka with cranberry and grapefruit over ice. The lemon makes it even fresher and drier.Which glass goes with Absolut Citron?
A classic martini glass for the Cosmopolitan, a coupe for the Lemon Drop, a shot glass for the Kamikaze, and a tall long drink glass for Citron with soda.
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