{"product_id":"kai-lemongrass-vodka-750ml","title":"Kai Lemongrass Vodka 750ml","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eKai began in Hawaii. Founded by beverage-industry veteran Marcus Bender, Kai Vodka debuted in 2007 with a plain rice vodka and a lychee flavor, timed to the lychee martini boom in Hawaii, and the lychee quickly outsold the plain vodka three-to-one. That told Bender that the brand’s niche was unique Pan-Asian flavors, and in 2011, he added Southeast Asian-inspired flavors like lemongrass and ginger. Today, Kai’s vodka and shochu are distilled in Vietnam from locally grown yellow blossom rice, a base that gives a cleaner, softer, slightly sweet character compared with grain vodkas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLemongrass is one of the signature flavors of Southeast Asian cooking, in tom yum, Thai curries, and marinades, and the vodka captures its bright, lemony, herbal side. The brand describes it as “a flavor synonymous with Asia, crisp and light with a bouquet of lemon and herb.” Tasting descriptions find a nose of “fresh lemongrass, citrus zest, and delicate herbal notes,” a palate where “vibrant lemongrass flavors unfold alongside hints of lime peel, sweet citrus, and subtle tropical undertones,” and a finish that is “clean, smooth, and lingering with notes of citrus and herbal freshness.” It’s bottled at 70 proof (35% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt’s a natural cocktail ingredient: the brand’s original serve is the Lemongrass Martini, shaken with ice and strained into a martini glass with a lemon spiral, and it also works in a gimlet, a vodka soda, a Moscow mule, or any drink where you’d want lemongrass, lime, or ginger. It’s a good fit for customers who cook Thai, Vietnamese, or other Southeast Asian food, for hosts planning an Asian-inspired menu, and for anyone who wants a flavored vodka that tastes like an ingredient and not candy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eKai Lemongrass Vodka is produced by Kai Vodka, founded in Hawaii by Marcus Bender, and distilled in Vietnam from locally grown yellow blossom rice, infused with lemongrass. Bottled at 35% ABV \/ 70 proof, 750ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNo professional critic scores are published for this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKai (brand description):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A flavor synonymous with Asia, crisp and light with a bouquet of lemon and herb.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetailer tasting notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The nose opens with aromas of fresh lemongrass, citrus zest, and delicate herbal notes. On the palate, vibrant lemongrass flavors unfold alongside hints of lime peel, sweet citrus, and subtle tropical undertones, creating a crisp and refreshing profile with remarkable balance. The finish is clean, smooth, and lingering with notes of citrus and herbal freshness.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFresh lemongrass, citrus zest, and delicate herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrisp and light, with lemongrass, lime peel, sweet citrus, and a subtle tropical note, on a silky rice base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClean and lingering, with citrus and herbal freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlavored Vodka — Lemongrass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV \/ Proof\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35% ABV \/ 70 Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRice (yellow blossom rice, Vietnam)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLemongrass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKai Vodka — founded in Hawaii by Marcus Bender (2007)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA crisp, light, citrusy Pan-Asian flavored vodka for cocktails\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAromas \u0026amp; Flavors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLemongrass, lime peel, citrus zest, herbs, subtle tropical fruit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCocktail Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBangkok Basil Gimlet\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e(Thai-inspired)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA bright, herbal, lightly spicy riff on a gimlet, built around Thai flavors: lemongrass, lime, and Thai basil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 oz Kai Lemongrass Vodka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e¾ oz fresh lime juice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e½ oz simple syrup (or kaffir lime leaf syrup, if you have it)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 to 6 Thai basil leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 thin slice of bird’s eye chili (optional, for a Thai kick)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarnish: Thai basil sprig and a lime wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gently muddle the basil leaves (and chili, if using) with the simple syrup in a shaker. Add the vodka, lime juice, and ice, and shake hard for about 10 seconds. Double strain into a chilled coupe, or over fresh ice in a rocks glass. Garnish with the basil sprig and a lime wheel. For a longer drink, strain over ice in a tall glass and top with 2 oz of soda water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLemongrass Martini\u003c\/strong\u003e — the brand’s original serve: shake with ice and strain into a martini glass, garnished with a lemon spiral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLemongrass Ginger Highball\u003c\/strong\u003e — vodka, ginger beer, lime, and a lemongrass stalk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThai and Vietnamese dishes, such as tom yum, green curry, and pad Thai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh spring rolls and summer rolls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled shrimp and fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpicy salads and ceviche\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Breakthru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45830528663618,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Kai_Lemongrass_Vodka_750ml.jpg?v=1793129040","url":"https:\/\/www.blackwellswines.com\/products\/kai-lemongrass-vodka-750ml","provider":"Blackwell's Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}