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Absolut Citron is a citrus-flavored vodka produced by Absolut, the Swedish vodka brand owned by Pernod Ricard. Absolut vodka is manufactured in Åhus, Sweden, from winter wheat sourced from local farms using continuous distillation. Introduced in 1988, Absolut Citron was one of the company's early flavored expressions and is infused with lemon and citrus notes, making it a common ingredient in cocktails such as the Cosmopolitan and lemon martinis.
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When was Absolut Citron launched?
Absolut Citron launched in 1988, two years after Absolut Peppar and nine years after the original Absolut Vodka. Its lemon flavor helped make citrus vodka a standard cocktail ingredient.
What does Absolut Citron taste like, and how strong is it?
It is a lemon-flavored vodka with bright zest, citrus sweetness, and a smooth finish. The official product page lists it at 40% ABV and says it is distilled in Åhus, Sweden.
Is Absolut Citron made in the same place as regular Absolut?
Yes, Absolut Citron is produced in Åhus in southern Sweden using the brand's continuous-distillation process. Absolut's base spirit uses local Swedish winter wheat and water from the Åhus area.
Which cocktails use Absolut Citron?
The classic Cosmopolitan is the cocktail most closely associated with Absolut Citron. The brand also publishes recipes for Absolut Citron Lemonade and a Citron Gimlet.
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