Domestic Mandarin Takes Center Stage in Ultimate Orangecello
KURAND Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Adachi-ku, Tokyo; President: Yasuro Ogihara) has announced the launch of "Serious Domestic Orangecello" on its online sake store "KURAND" starting January 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM. The product will be available through a crowdfunding campaign at https://kurand.jp/products/honkikokusan-orangecello.
What is "Serious Domestic Orangecello"?
"Serious Domestic Orangecello" is a mandarin liqueur that reimagines the traditional Southern Italian orange liqueur "Arancello" using Japanese ingredients and sensibilities. While the traditional Italian version typically has an alcohol content of around 30%, this Japanese interpretation has been designed for easier drinking at approximately 15% alcohol by volume. It uses Japan's prized domestic mandarins to express the gentle sweetness and refreshing character that defines these citrus fruits.
The Appeal of "Serious Domestic Orangecello"
1. Time-Intensive Extraction of Domestic Mandarin Flavors
The star ingredient is "mandarin," Japan's representative citrus fruit. These mandarins are steeped for 1 to 2 weeks in high-concentration molasses spirits. This extended steeping process extracts mandarin flavors to a depth that regular distilled alcohol cannot achieve.
2. Approachable 15% Alcohol Content
While authentic Italian Arancello has an alcohol content of approximately 30%, "Serious Domestic Orangecello" has been designed for greater approachability at 15% alcohol by volume. Rather than simply diluting with water, mandarin juice is added to achieve a balance between concentrated fruit flavor and sweetness.
3. Commitment to Domestic Ingredients
"Serious Domestic Orangecello" is a craft liqueur committed to using domestic ingredients. The star mandarins are carefully selected from Japanese varieties, while beet sugar and base alcohol are also domestically produced. The base uses domestically-made molasses spirits with minimal character, allowing the delicate aroma and flavor of the mandarins to shine through. From ingredient selection to production methods, this is a product filled with the brewery's serious dedication.
Product Overview
Serious Domestic Orangecello
- Product Type: Liqueur
- Alcohol Content: 15%
- Volume: 500ml
- Ingredients: Distilled alcohol (domestically produced), mandarin, beet sugar, mandarin juice, citric acid
- Producer: K.S.P (Iwate Prefecture)
Pricing Plans:
- Super Early Bird: Serious Domestic Orangecello - ¥3,390 (tax included)
- Early Bird: Serious Domestic Orangecello - ¥3,590 (tax included)
- Early Bird: Serious Domestic Orangecello 2-bottle set - ¥6,380 (tax included)
- Regular: Serious Domestic Orangecello - ¥3,990 (tax included)
- Regular: Serious Domestic Orangecello 2-bottle set - ¥6,940 (tax included)
- With Grappa Glass: Serious Domestic Orangecello - ¥4,670 (tax included)
Campaign Details:
- Product Name: Serious Domestic Orangecello
- Sales Period: January 22, 2026 (Thu) to February 19, 2026 (Thu) 24:59
- Shipping Schedule: Sequential shipment from late March onwards
- Sales Method: Crowdfunding service "KURAFAN!"
- Project Details: https://kurand.jp/products/honkikokusan-orangecello
About KURAND Online Sake Store
KURAND is an online sake store that opens up the world of craft sake (shu). All of the over 500 carefully selected craft sake varieties are original products exclusive to KURAND. The store offers encounters with craft sake across all genres including Japanese sake, plum wine, fruit liqueurs, shochu, craft beer, and wine.
Official website: https://kurand.jp
