Absolut Citron is the original lemon vodka — and still Absolut’s best-selling flavoured expression, more than three decades after its launch in 1988. Crafted in the village of Åhus, Sweden, Citron takes its name from the Swedish word for lemon, and delivers a bright, natural citrus character with lemon at the fore and complementary citrus notes adding depth and complexity. Smooth, versatile, and unmistakably Absolut — equally at home in a classic Cosmopolitan as it is poured over ice.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Crystal clear with a faint citrus luminosity — the clean, pure appearance of a premium Swedish vodka crafted from winter wheat and natural lemon flavour.
Aroma
Fresh and immediately inviting — bright lemon zest leads with a natural citrus complexity that is vibrant without being sharp. Clean, pure, and true to the fruit.
Palate
Smooth and well-balanced — lemon is dominant, with complementary citrus notes adding a fuller, rounder character. Clean on the finish with a gentle citrus warmth that lingers pleasantly. Versatile enough to shine in cocktails or enjoyed simply over ice.
Pairs With
Absolut Citron pairs beautifully with tonic water, soda, and fresh citrus garnishes, and is the essential ingredient in a classic Cosmopolitan, a Lemon Drop Martini, or a Citron Collins — equally enjoyable served simply over ice with a twist of lemon peel.
Absolut Citron is produced at the Absolut distillery in Åhus, in the Skåne region of southern Sweden — the same village where Absolut Vodka has been crafted since 1879. Made from locally grown winter wheat and pure Swedish water, Citron is flavoured with natural lemon and citrus extracts to deliver a smooth, authentic citrus character. Bottled at 40% ABV, it was launched in 1988 following the success of Absolut Peppar, and quickly became — and remains — Absolut’s best-selling flavoured vodka worldwide.
Producer History
Absolut Vodka has been produced in Åhus, Sweden since 1879, and today stands as one of the world’s most recognised and celebrated premium vodka brands. Distilled from winter wheat grown in the surrounding fields of Skåne, and using water drawn from a deep well in Åhus, Absolut is defined by its commitment to quality, consistency, and provenance. The Citron expression — launched in 1988 — was among the first flavoured vodkas to achieve genuine global success, and its enduring popularity is a testament to the authenticity and craftsmanship that has defined Absolut for over a century.
