Choya a yuzu based Japanese liqueur makes a great alternative to the summer cocktail classics.

With warmer weather finally here, Choya Yuzu cocktails are a great way to enjoy al-fresco drinking and dining with friends and family.

Choya Yuzu is a sweet tasting Japanese liqueur made with the filtered pulp of the Yuzu fruit which is a similar size to a grapefruit and Ume fruit.

This delicious citrus drink is a classic alternative to Pimms, Summer Pitchers or great tasting cocktails.

It can also be used as a popular cooking ingredient and yuzu is becoming more and more fashionable with celebrity chefs. 

RRP: 75cl from £26.99 ABV 14.7% Available from: DrinkSupermarket and Amazon

Here are a few inspirational recipe ideas how Choya Yuzu can be served: 

Choya Yuzu Jug Serve 

100ml Choya Yuzu | 500ml Soda Water  | Lemon Peel to Garnish 
To make Choya Yuzu Jug Serve simply add 100 ml Choya Yuzu to a jug, ice and 500ml Soda Water and gently stir. Garnish with lemon peel.

Choya Spritz

50ml Choya Yuzu | 100ml Soda Water | Lime to Garnish
For the Spritz add 50ml Choya Yuzu in a wine glass, add ice and top-up with soda water. Garnish with a slice of lime.

Choya Yuzu Cocktail 

50ml Choya Yuzu | 20ml Choya Extra Shiso | 15ml Choya Ume Salute Sparkling Wine Soda Water
To make Choya Yuzu cocktail add all ingredients to an ice-filled shaker, shake hard and double strain into a Martini or coupe glass.