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This yuzu cocktail nails that refreshing, citrusy vibe that is perfect for hot summer days! You only need 6 ingredients to make it happen.
Skip the lemon juice because you haven’t really sipped summer until you’ve tried yuzu in your cocktails.
And the best part?
You won’t need bar tools or a stocked pantry for this easy gin cocktail with a twist.
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Why You’ll Love This Yuzu Cocktail Recipe
- You only need six ingredients and zero professional tools to make this yuzu cocktail.
- Yuzu’s complex flavor makes this gin cocktail taste like it took a lot of effort to craft.
- Refreshing, sweet, and sour, this yuzu gin cocktail is perfect for summer!
Ingredients And Substitutions
Yuzu juice – I recommend REALLY trying to find Yuzu Super Juice for this cocktail. However, if it’s difficult to find, consider combining lemon juice with a bit of orange and grapefruit juice.
Simple syrup – Agave syrup also works!
Gin and club soda – We used a 1:2 ratio of gin to club soda, but feel free to adjust it to your preference for a stronger Yuzu Gin cocktail.
Mint and ice cubes – For serving. You can also garnish your yuzu cocktail with aromatic fresh herbs!
Tips For Making This Recipe
Add Orange Bitters
Add a dash of orange bitters to perk up this yuzu cocktail!
Try a Different Cocktail
Not a fan of gin cocktail? Make a sparkling yuzu sour with yuzu juice, simple syrup, bourbon whiskey, and sparkling lemonade!
Yuzu Juice Alternative
Can’t find yuzu juice? Juice a Meyer lemon! You can also combine lemon and lime juice.
Yuzu Cocktail Recipe FAQs
Which alcohol goes well with yuzu?
Besides gin, yuzu will go well with Japanese whisky and tequila!
What is yuzu in cocktails?
Yuzu in cocktails refers to a winter citrus fruit. It’s very fragrant, and its sour, tart flavor makes it a favorite for various cocktails.
What does yuzu taste like?
Compared to other citrus fruits, yuzu has a unique, floral, sour flavor.
Where to find Yuzu juice?
You can easily find yuzu juice on Amazon, at Whole Foods, or in Asian supermarkets.
Can I make a big batch of this yuzu cocktail recipe?
We haven’t made a big batch of this yet, but it should work just fine. Just add the club soda after you’ve poured the cocktail into each glass.
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Yuzu Cocktail
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp yuzu juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 2 oz gin
- 2 oz club soda
- Mint leaves, optional
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Add ice cubes to a cocktail glass.
- Stir together your gin, yuzu juice, and simple syrup.
- Pour the mixture into the cocktail glass. Top with club soda and give it a light stir. Garnish with mint leaves and enjoy!
Notes
- Add a dash of orange bitters to perk up this yuzu cocktail!
- Not a fan of gin cocktail? Make a sparkling yuzu sour with yuzu juice, simple syrup, bourbon whiskey, and sparkling lemonade!
- Can’t find yuzu juice? Juice a Meyer lemon! You can also combine lemon and lime juice.
Nutrition
PIN FOR LATER!
