CROSSIP Fresh Citrus: Bright Alcohol-Free Spirit for Gin Cocktails & Citrus Drinks
As Served by Delia Smith: "A superb, really clever invention" | 0% Alcohol | Citrus, Herb & Spice | No Added Sugar | Made with Natural Botanicals | Perfect for 0% Gin Cocktails, Mojitos & Tonic
Key Product Information
- Brand: CROSSIP
- Type: Non-Alcoholic Spirit
- Alcohol Content: 0%
- Bottle Size: 50cl (500ml)
- Servings: 20 x 25ml serves per bottle
- Inspiration: Gin & botanical spirits
- Key Botanicals: Mandarin, Eucalyptus, Citrus blend, Ginger
- Dietary: Plant-based, gluten-free, vegan
- Sugar: No added sugar
- Artificial Additives: None
What Makes Fresh Citrus Special
- Gin's Absent Cousin: Fresh Citrus is inspired by gin and fruity botanical spirits but doesn't pretend to be either. There's no juniper (so not an "alternative gin"), yet it was deliberately designed to partner with gin-style cocktails and mixers like premium tonic.
- Bright but Complex: Opening with mandarin and eucalyptus freshness, Fresh Citrus evolves into a sophisticated blend of citrus (orange, lemon, grapefruit), fiery ginger, and subtle bitterness. Nothing simple, nothing one-dimensional.
- Proprietary Maceration Process: Like all CROSSIP spirits, Fresh Citrus is created using pressurised botanical maceration from over 30 natural ingredients, achieving intensity and layering impossible with conventional extraction methods.
- Efficient Serving: At 25ml per serve, Fresh Citrus goes twice as far as conventional 0% spirits requiring 50-60ml measures. You get 20 premium serves per 50cl bottle.
- For Serious Drinkers: Whether you prefer gin and tonic, Mojitos, Cosmopolitans, or creative cocktails, Fresh Citrus elevates non-alcoholic versions without compromise or artificial taste.
Tasting Profile
Opening (Nose)
Fresh and fruity with baked apples, brown butter, vanilla, and warming baking spices. Citrus brightness cuts through, immediately inviting and aromatic.
Development (Palate)
A multiplex of citrus emerges: mandarin top notes evolve into orange, lemon, and grapefruit. Herbal bitterness provides balance. Fiery ginger warmth builds gradually. Full, creamy mouthfeel.
Finish (Aftertaste)
Medium length with pleasant citrus zest and a subtle herbal dryness. The ginger warmth lingers gently. Clean, sophisticated finish with no artificial aftertaste.
Perfect For
Ideal Cocktails:
- 0% Gin & Tonic (using quality tonic)
- Alcohol-free Mojitos
- 0% Cosmopolitans
- Citrus-forward cocktails
- Simple gin-style serves
Perfect When:
- You love botanical spirits
- Seeking bright, refreshing drinks
- Taking a break from alcohol (Dry January)
- Looking for premium 0% gin alternatives
- Hosting inclusive, alcohol-free gatherings
How to Enjoy Fresh Citrus
The Classic Serve
25ml Fresh Citrus + premium tonic + ice + lemon or grapefruit slice
Simplicity is the best option here. Use a quality tonic. The complexity of Fresh Citrus shines with good mixers. Garnish generously.
In Cocktails
25-30ml Fresh Citrus + lime juice + other ingredients
Create 0% Mojitos (add fresh mint), Cosmopolitans (add cranberry and lime), or bespoke citrus cocktails. The botanical depth elevates every drink.
Value Per Bottle
20 premium serves per 50cl bottle
The concentrated flavour means 25ml is sufficient, stretching your investment further than alternatives requiring 50-60ml measures.
Natural Botanicals & Ingredients
Core Botanical Blend
Every CROSSIP product contains: Gentian, Ginger, Cayenne, Eucalyptus, plus vegetable glycerin for creamy mouthfeel.
Fresh Citrus's Signature Notes
Natural citrus extracts and botanical infusions provide the bright opening of mandarin, brown butter, and baked apple aromatics. The body develops into a complex blend of orange, lemon, and grapefruit. Naturally derived eucalyptus and ginger add herbal spice without artificial oils.
The Full Picture
CROSSIP uses over 30 natural botanical ingredients across its range. All are naturally derived: no artificial flavourings, colourings, or sweeteners. The blend is plant-based, gluten-free, and vegan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fresh Citrus 100% alcohol-free?
Yes, completely. CROSSIP uses a proprietary botanical maceration process requiring no alcohol as a solvent. At no point does alcohol touch the product. You can be entirely confident it's 0% alcohol.
Is Fresh Citrus a gin alternative?
Not exactly. Fresh Citrus was designed to work brilliantly with gin-style cocktails and mixers like tonic, but it doesn't contain juniper and isn't pretending to be gin. It's its own spirit: defined by its bright citrus, herb, and spice character. If you love gin and tonic, you'll appreciate Fresh Citrus, but it's a complementary choice rather than a direct replacement.
Can I drink it straight?
Fresh Citrus is designed to be mixed. Use 25ml with a quality mixer (preferably premium tonic) or in cocktails. Due to the intensity and boldness of its flavour profile, it's not intended as a straight spirit. The complexity emerges when paired with other elements.
How does it compare to other alcohol-free gin alternatives?
Unlike many competitors that attempt to mimic gin (and inevitably disappoint), Fresh Citrus isn't trying to be gin. Instead, it delivers genuine botanical depth, citrus brightness, herbal bitterness, and warming spice. All with real mouthfeel. Most alternatives require 50-60ml measures; CROSSIP's intensity means 25ml is sufficient, offering better value.
Is it safe during pregnancy or whilst breastfeeding?
CROSSIP is made from natural ingredients with no alcohol, but we recommend consulting your healthcare provider before consuming any new product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Can I have it if I'm on prescribed medication?
CROSSIP is made from natural botanicals, but individual situations vary. Consult your doctor or pharmacist before consuming, especially if on medication.
Does it contain allergens?
CROSSIP's core ingredients don't contain common allergens. However, production occurs in environments where cross-contamination is theoretically possible. If you're highly sensitive, always check the full ingredient declaration.
Any sugar or artificial sweeteners?
No added sugar. No artificial sweeteners. Any natural sweetness comes from the botanical ingredients themselves.
How long does an opened bottle last?
Unopened bottles have a best-before date typically around 1 year. Once opened, store upright away from direct sunlight and heat. It won't spoil, but for best quality, consume within a reasonable timeframe.
Can I use Fresh Citrus as a flavour booster?
Absolutely. At 25ml per serve, Fresh Citrus works brilliantly as a flavour booster in both non-alcoholic and full-strength drinks, adding citrus brightness and botanical depth.
About CROSSIP
CROSSIP was born in a bar and co-founded by cocktail maestro Carl Anthony Brown. From the outset, the brand has been about creating genuinely exceptional alcohol-free spirits: not inferior mimics or gimmicky alternatives. Fresh Citrus exemplifies this philosophy: it's designed to work within gin-style drinking occasions but remains entirely its own spirit, defined by bright citrus, botanical complexity, and genuine depth.
As Delia Smith noted, it's "a superb, really clever invention" precisely because it doesn't pretend to be something else. It simply delivers sophisticated drinks.
Alcohol-Free Spirits: A Growing Category
The alcohol-free spirits category is one of the fastest-growing beverage segments, driven by consumer desire for greater choice around drinking occasions. Whether observing Dry January, acting as a designated driver, managing medication interactions, or simply choosing not to drink alcohol, quality alcohol-free spirits like Fresh Citrus deliver sophisticated drinks without compromise. Premium botanical spirits, complex mixology, and genuine satisfaction are no longer exclusive to alcoholic drinks.
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