{"title":"Kai","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"kai-lychee-vodka-750ml","title":"Kai Lychee Vodka 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKai Lychee Vodka 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 35% ABV (70 proof) lychee-flavored vodka distilled from Yellow Blossom rice in Vietnam. A Triple Gold Medal winner at the 2011 Micro Liquor Spirits Awards, this expression layers all-natural lychee flavor over a distinctive rice-distilled base that retains considerably more body and character than most commercial vodkas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 35% (70 Proof)  |  Origin: Red River Delta, Vietnam  |  Flavored Vodka  |  Distillery: Kai Vodka Company\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKai Vodka Company draws on a 600-year-old recipe attributed to a woman master distiller in Vietnam. The base spirit is made from Yellow Blossom rice sourced from the Red River Delta, combined with water drawn from a 1,500-foot-deep artesian well. Where many vodkas chase neutrality through repeated distillation, Kai takes a deliberately restrained approach — the spirit is distilled only three times, first in a pot still and then twice through a column still. This low distillation count preserves significant grain character and body, giving the base a thick, almost glycerin-like texture before the all-natural lychee flavoring is introduced. The result is one of a small number of rice-distilled vodkas on the global market, and the only widely available one built around Vietnamese rice-distilling traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh lychee fruit dominates immediately, followed by delicate threads of rose, warm spice, and a light honeyed sweetness. The floral quality is genuine and layered, not synthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e A round, silky entry gives way to a medium-to-full body carrying pure lychee nut, floral stone fruit, and hints of orange blossom. The rice base contributes a subtle creaminess — almost like whipped cream — that supports the fruit rather than competing with it. A gentle alcohol edge keeps the sweetness in check at mid-palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and moderately long, with lingering lychee and faint floral notes that fade gradually. The overall impression is sweet and refreshing without cloying, thanks to that underlying grain structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Kai Lychee\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChilled and neat, Kai Lychee reveals its full textural weight and aromatic complexity; the lower 35% ABV makes it approachable without dilution. On the rocks, the floral and fruit notes open up further as the ice melts. In cocktails, the natural lychee intensity means a little goes a long way:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLychee Martini\u003c\/strong\u003e — the rice-based body creates a richer mouthfeel than grain-neutral alternatives, giving the classic cocktail genuine depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrench Martini\u003c\/strong\u003e — swap standard vodka for Kai Lychee to add tropical floral dimension alongside the pineapple and Chambord.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVodka Collins\u003c\/strong\u003e — the lychee and rose aromatics pair naturally with fresh lemon and soda, producing a refreshing long drink with minimal effort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHosting a cocktail party focused on Asian-inspired drinks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting to a spirits enthusiast who values unusual base ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExploring rice-distilled spirits as an alternative to grain or potato vodkas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a lychee martini that stands above bar-rail versions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Kai Lychee taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Kai Lychee delivers a rich, natural lychee flavor supported by rose, orange blossom, and a creamy rice-grain sweetness. The body is notably thick and silky for a flavored vodka, with a smooth, lingering fruity finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Kai Lychee compare to Island 808 Lychee Vodka?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are lychee-flavored vodkas, but Kai is distilled from Yellow Blossom rice in Vietnam using a pot-and-column still process, which gives it a heavier body and more grain-forward texture. Island 808 uses a more conventional base and tends toward a lighter, more straightforward lychee profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Kai Lychee good for cocktails?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the concentrated natural lychee flavor and fuller body make it a strong cocktail base, particularly in lychee martinis, where it contributes texture and aroma that thinner vodkas lack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Kai Lychee made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Kai Lychee Vodka is produced by the Kai Vodka Company in Vietnam, using Yellow Blossom rice grown in the Red River Delta and water from a 1,500-foot artesian well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Kai Lychee?\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh spring rolls benefit from the matching Southeast Asian flavor profile. Coconut-milk desserts echo the creamy texture. Seared scallops complement the floral sweetness. Mango sticky rice mirrors the tropical fruit notes. Mild Thai curries create a balanced contrast between the lychee sweetness and gentle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Kai Lychee come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Kai Lychee Vodka is commonly available in the standard 750ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Kai Lychee worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Kai Lychee positions in the mid-premium tier for flavored vodkas. Its rice-distilled base, artesian well water, all-natural flavoring, and Vietnamese heritage give it a genuine point of difference that justifies the step up from mass-market lychee vodkas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Kai Lychee?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat separates Kai Lychee from the broader flavored-vodka field is the rice. Yellow Blossom rice, distilled conservatively through just three passes, produces a spirit with real weight and character — a foundation most flavored vodkas simply do not have. That base earned a Triple Gold Medal at the 2011 Micro Liquor Spirits Awards and a Drinkhacker B+ rating, while the Kai Lychee Vodka Soda expression took Best in Show at the 2024 TAG Spirits Awards, confirming the brand's continued relevance. For drinkers tired of interchangeable neutral-grain lychee vodkas, Kai offers a textured, aromatic alternative rooted in a 600-year-old distilling tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44836616437929,"sku":"17572","price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/kai-lychee-750__93768.jpg?v=1730463679"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/kai.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}