Part of Suntory’s innovative “−196” chūhai lineup—named for the liquid‑nitrogen temperature at which whole fruit is frozen, crushed, and infused—this lemon vodka seltzer launched in the US in September 2024. The brand is known for pioneering spirits-based RTDs globally, especially in Japan and Europe.

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🍋 Flavor Profile & Effervescence

• Fruitiness: Real lemon essence shines, offering tangy and natural citrus brightness.

• Base spirit: A neutral vodka foundation keeps the taste clean and spirited.

• Mouthfeel: Bubbly and crisp, with fine carbonation that feels light and refreshing on the palate.

• Finish: Clean, subtle lemon zest lingers—no sweetness, just fresh citrus clarity.

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🍃 Health & Lifestyle Edge

• Zero added sugar (≤ 0.5 g/100 ml) and low in calories, fitting wellness trends.

• Positioned as a higher‑quality spirits-based seltzer alternative to malt-based or sugary hard seltzers 

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🥂 When to Enjoy

• Ideal for hot days, poolside sipping, or light social occasions.

• Perfect for those who prefer a clean, citrus-forward, and guilt-free refreshment.

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🎯 Final Take

Suntory’s −196 Lemon proves you don’t need sugar to enjoy a bold, fruity, and fun cocktail. Vibrant lemon, vodka smoothness, and fizzy zero‑sugar flair make it a standout RTD for health-conscious drinkers seeking sophistication in a can.

5.5% ABV, 4 x355 ml cans

-196, pronounced “Minus One Nine Six”, is a vodka seltzer that gets its name from the technology used to extract flavor from whole fruit.

-196 Vodka seltzer uses Suntory’s unique Freeze Crush Infusion technology that freezes and crushes real whole fruit to capture every bit of fruit flavors. It starts with real, whole lemons that are frozen at -196 degrees Celsius, or -320 degrees Fahrenheit, using a proprietary Japanese process to lock in whole fruit flavor, then infused with premium vodka to bring forward a bold, fruit-forward flavor & aroma.