Kizakura Yuzu Liqueur / Kyoto Yuzushu

Kyoto Yuzushu (Kizakura) · Kyoto (Fushimi)
Alcohol Yuzushu Alcohol Growing export

Kizakura produces a Kyoto yuzu liqueur using aromatic Japanese yuzu citrus on a sake/shochu base, riding strong global interest in yuzu as a flavor. Yuzushu is a fast-growing export liqueur category for cocktails and spritzes. The Kyoto provenance and bright citrus profile suit Western bars and retail. It exports through Asian beverage and specialty channels.

The supplierKizakura in Fushimi, Kyoto, founded 1925, leverages its sake-brewing base and Kyoto identity to produce yuzu and other fruit liqueurs for domestic and export markets.
Why it sells abroadKyoto yuzu liqueur into the fast-growing global yuzu-flavor trend

Buyer's brief ✓ SOURCES VERIFIED

CertificationsHalal: not publicly verified. Organic-JAS: not publicly verified. Kosher: not publicly verified. HACCP/FSSC 22000: not publicly verified. (confirmed) Kizakura (est. 1925, Fushimi, Kyoto) is a major integrated sake/craft-beer/spirits maker; holds standard Japanese liquor-production licensing.
Pack formats300ml, 500ml, 720ml bottles (draft retained)
Shelf life12-18 months unopened (draft retained)
StorageCool, dark place; refrigerate after opening
Minimum orderTypical: from 1 case; pallet for programs
Lead timeTypical: 4-8 weeks
CapacityTypical: mid-scale
Container loadTypical: mixed FCL feasible
PricingMid
OEM / private labelPossible (large integrated producer); not publicly confirmed.
Wholesale & MOQAsian beverage/specialty importers; MOQ by case/pallet
Key exporters & distributorsKizakura export, JFC International
Export regulationAlcohol import license; US TTB COLA (liqueur) + state; EU excise; bilingual/English labeling with ABV, sugar and citrus allergen disclosure.
Market demandGrowing for cocktails/spritzes
How to source itKizakura Co. -> Asian beverage/specialty importers (draft retained; specific importer not verified)
Verified sourceshttps://kizakura.co.jp/en/kizakura/about.html
MakerKizakura Co., Ltd.
OriginKyoto (Fushimi)
CategoryAlcohol / Yuzushu
Available inUnited States, United Kingdom, France +4 more
HandlingAlcohol
Price tierMid
ChannelSpecialty
Export readinessGrowing export
HS code2208.70
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Profile maintained by Japonity (japonity.com), May 2026. General sourcing information only — confirm current availability, pricing, MOQ and the destination market's import rules with the maker or exporter before contracting. Japonity is not affiliated with this brand.