Grey Goose Le Citron Lemon Vodka 70cl / 40%
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Grey Goose Le Citron 70cl is a lemon vodka from France, made by adding the essence of lemons from Menton, on the French Riviera, to Grey Goose wheat vodka and bottled at 40% ABV. Its profile centres on the peel: fragrant, slightly floral lemon oil with hints of citrus blossom, rather than sour juice. That makes this Menton lemon vodka an easy swap for plain vodka in any drink that already uses lemon, from a sour to a highball. It suits seafood dinners, summer aperitifs and anyone who likes a clean, aromatic martini. Wodka Company sends Grey Goose Le Citron across the UK, with orders dispatched from London.
Le Citron tasting notes
- Nose: Lemon peel, citrus flower and a green hint of lemon leaf.
- Palate: Bright and clean, with fresh zest on a soft, rounded texture.
- Finish: Crisp and refreshing, ending with a light, lingering bitterness of pith.
It is clear and dry, with the citrus arriving as aroma rather than as sugar.
How to serve Le Citron
Keep it in the freezer and pour it neat into small chilled glasses, or use it in sours and martinis. A citrus vodka like this flatters seafood: oysters, grilled sea bass, prawns in garlic butter or a classic lemon tart for pudding. It is a natural aperitif on a warm evening and makes a lively start to a fish supper.
Cocktails with Grey Goose Le Citron
- Lemon Drop: 50 ml with 20 ml fresh lemon juice and 15 ml sugar syrup, shaken hard with ice and strained into a sugar-rimmed coupe.
- Riviera 75: 30 ml shaken with 15 ml lemon juice and 10 ml sugar syrup, strained into a flute and topped with 90 ml chilled champagne.
- Lemon Tonic: 50 ml over ice in a balloon glass, topped with 150 ml Mediterranean tonic water and a wheel of lemon.
How it compares
Le Citron is sharper and more floral than Grey Goose L'Orange, which is warmer and rounder. Ketel One Citroen from the Netherlands uses a mix of lemons and limes, so it tastes greener and tangier, whereas Le Citron stays focused on pure lemon peel. Skyy Citrus is another lemon-led option, juicier in style and built on an American grain base.
Good to know
Le Citron is a French vodka from the Bacardi-owned Grey Goose brand, made with the same wheat spirit as the plain bottle. Menton, close to the Italian border, is known for its lemons and holds a lemon festival every winter. The 70cl bottle is a thoughtful gift for a keen home bartender.
Frequently asked questions
What are the Menton lemons in Grey Goose Le Citron?
Menton lemons grow around the town of Menton on the French Riviera, close to the Italian border, and are prized for their fragrant, aromatic peel. Grey Goose Le Citron uses their essence, which is why it tastes of perfumed zest rather than sharp lemon juice.
Can I use Grey Goose Le Citron in a martini?
Yes, Grey Goose Le Citron makes a bright lemon martini. Stir 60 ml with 10 ml dry vermouth over ice until very cold, strain into a chilled glass and add a lemon twist, which mirrors the citrus peel already in the vodka.
What mixer goes with Grey Goose Le Citron?
Grey Goose Le Citron works neatly with tonic water, soda water or bitter lemon. For a refreshing long drink, top 50 ml with 150 ml soda over ice and add a sprig of thyme, which picks up the floral note of the lemon peel.
