Picture a hot Nairobi evening and a tall glass of something cool that doesn't weigh you down. That's this. Ketel One Botanical Cucumber & Mint is a clean Dutch vodka kissed with real cucumber and garden mint, no sugar, no fake flavours, just a fresh, green lift. Top it with soda and a squeeze of lime and you've got a low-cal spritz that tastes like a spa day. It's the bottle you reach for when you want a drink that feels light, sharp and a little fancy without trying too hard.
Crack the bottle and it smells like a sliced cucumber and a sprig of fresh mint, bright and garden-cool, no syrupy candy nonsense. On the tongue it's smooth and clean. The vodka is soft and barely there, then the cucumber rolls in cool and watery, the mint brings a fresh tingle, and it finishes dry and crisp. Because there's no added sugar, nothing sticks or cloys. It's gentle and properly refreshing, like the vibe of a cucumber slice in iced water but with a grown-up edge.
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This comes from the Nolet family in Schiedam, Holland, who've been distilling vodka since the 1600s, long before most brands existed. Ketel One itself is named after the old coal-fired copper pot still, the Distilleerketel #1, that the family still uses. For the Botanical range they take their family-made vodka, re-distill it with real botanicals and infuse it with natural fruit and herb essences. No shortcuts, no added sugar, no artificial flavours. Old Dutch craft, fresh modern idea.
FAQ
- What is the price of Ketel One Cuc & Mint 1L?
Ketel One Cuc & Mint 1L is KSh 4,189 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for fast delivery across Nairobi, usually within the hour, or next day countrywide.
- What does Ketel One Botanical Cucumber & Mint 1L taste like?
Cool, clean and fresh. You get crisp cucumber and bright garden mint over a smooth, soft vodka, finishing dry with no sweetness at all. Think cucumber-mint water with a gentle kick.
- What is the ABV of Ketel One Botanical Cucumber & Mint?
It's 30% ABV (60 proof), a touch lighter than standard 40% vodka, which is part of why it drinks so easy.
- How do I serve it?
Pour 50ml over plenty of ice, top with soda water and add a squeeze of lime plus a cucumber or mint garnish for the classic Botanical Spritz. It's also lovely neat over ice or shaken into a Cucumbertini.
- Does it have sugar or carbs?
No. There's no added sugar, no carbs and no artificial flavours or sweeteners. A 1.5oz pour is about 73 calories, so it's a lighter choice than most spirits and wine.
- What pairs with it?
Anything fresh and light. Grilled prawns or fish, sushi, a cucumber-feta salad, mezze, or chicken nyama choma with kachumbari all work beautifully.
- Where is Ketel One Botanical made?
In Schiedam, the Netherlands, by the Nolet family, who have been distilling vodka there since the 1600s.
Ketel One Cuc & Mint 1L
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Ketel One Cuc & Mint 1L price in Kenya
Buy Ketel One Cuc & Mint 1L online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 4,189. Order now for fast delivery across Nairobi — usually within 30 minutes — or next-day delivery countrywide.