Description
Lemon, Vanilla & Vodka Marmalade
A Gold Award-winning lemon marmalade combining bright citrus, smooth Madagascan vanilla and premium vodka for a clean, softly warming finish.
Quick answer: Lemon, Vanilla & Vodka Marmalade is a handmade citrus preserve made with lemons, Madagascan vanilla and premium vodka. The lemon brings freshness and gentle bitterness, while vanilla softens the sharper citrus notes and vodka gives the finish warmth and clarity.
Our Lemon, Vanilla & Vodka Marmalade brings together lively citrus and soft, fragrant vanilla in a preserve that feels both fresh and comforting.
Lemons provide clean acidity, aromatic oils and fine citrus peel. Madagascan vanilla adds smoothness and gentle sweetness, rounding the sharper edges without hiding the fruit.
A touch of premium vodka completes the marmalade with a subtle warmth and a clean finish.
Gold Award-Winning Marmalade
Bright lemon, smooth Madagascan vanilla and premium vodka, balanced in one elegant small-batch marmalade.
Why This Marmalade Is Special
Bright lemons
Bring fresh acidity, fragrant citrus oils and gentle bitterness.
Madagascan vanilla
Adds smoothness, fragrance and a soft rounded sweetness.
Premium vodka
Gives the marmalade a clean, gently warming finish.
Small-batch made
Handmade in our Gloucestershire kitchen.
Tasting Notes
Flavour: Fresh lemon followed by smooth vanilla
Sweetness: Gently rounded and balanced
Acidity: Clean, lively and citrus-led
Aroma: Lemon zest, natural citrus oils and fragrant vanilla
Finish: Smooth, elegant and softly warming
The Bright Lemon Foundation
Lemons give this marmalade its fresh aroma, lively acidity and naturally clean finish.
The peel brings gentle bitterness and texture, while the juice keeps the preserve bright and refreshing.
This citrus clarity is important because it allows the vanilla to add softness without making the marmalade feel heavy or overly sweet.
Why Lemon and Vanilla Work Together
Lemon and vanilla create a natural balance between brightness and warmth.
The lemon provides tang, fragrance and gentle bitterness. Madagascan vanilla rounds those sharper notes with a creamy aroma and soft sweetness.
The vanilla remains delicate, allowing the citrus to lead while making the finished marmalade feel smoother and more generous.
What Does the Vodka Add?
Vodka has a clean flavour profile, making it particularly well suited to lemon and vanilla.
Rather than introducing strong botanical or spiced flavours, it lifts the natural citrus oils and extends the vanilla aroma.
The result is a subtle warmth and a clean finish, rather than a strongly alcoholic taste.
How We Make It
We prepare the lemons carefully, cooking the fruit until the peel becomes tender while preserving its fresh citrus aroma.
Madagascan vanilla is added to soften and round the lemon flavour, while premium vodka brings a subtle warmth and clean finish.
Each batch is handmade using open-pan methods in our Gloucestershire kitchen, creating a glossy marmalade with fine citrus peel and beautifully balanced flavour.
How to Enjoy It
- Spread on warm brioche, croissants, toast or crumpets
- Spoon over Greek yoghurt, porridge or granola
- Serve with scones and clotted cream
- Use as a filling or glaze for cakes and pastries
- Spoon over cheesecake, panna cotta or vanilla ice cream
- Stir into a vodka cocktail or citrus spritz
Chef-crafted, small batch, preserving excellence.
Sarah’s Maker’s Note
I want the lemon to remain vivid and fresh in this marmalade. The vanilla should soften its sharper edges without becoming dominant, while the vodka gives the finish clarity and gentle warmth. It is delicate, bright and quietly indulgent.
Made for Breakfast and Afternoon Tea
- Serve with warm brioche and salted butter
- Spread over croissants or toasted sourdough
- Spoon onto scones with clotted cream
- Swirl through thick Greek yoghurt
- Pair with pancakes, waffles or French toast
Made for Cakes and Desserts
- Warm gently and brush over a lemon loaf cake
- Layer into a vanilla or almond sponge
- Use as a filling for tartlets or sandwich biscuits
- Spoon over cheesecake, panna cotta or ice cream
- Fold through mascarpone for a simple citrus dessert
Gold Award-Winning Marmalade
Award-Winning Lemon, Vanilla & Vodka Marmalade
Recognised with a Gold Award for its balance of fresh lemon, smooth Madagascan vanilla and clean spirit warmth.
Discover our lemon marmalades
Explore the different ways we use lemon in handmade marmalade, from pure citrus recipes to fragrant and spirit-led combinations.
Marmalade cocktails
Marmalade adds citrus, sweetness and gentle bitterness to cocktails, making it ideal for vodka drinks, spritzes, sours and Breakfast Martinis.
Ingredients and Product Information
Ingredients and fruit information
Ingredients: Lemons, sugar, water, Madagascan vanilla and premium vodka.
Fruit: Made with lemons.
Artificial additives: No artificial colours, flavours or preservatives.
Alcohol, allergen and dietary information
Alcohol: Made with premium vodka. This product contains alcohol.
Allergen information: For allergens, check the ingredients and jar label before ordering.
Dietary information: Suitable for vegetarians and vegans by ingredients.
Made in a kitchen that handles nuts, gluten and dairy.
Storage and shelf life
Store unopened in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Once opened, refrigerate and enjoy within four weeks. Always use a clean spoon.
The best-before date is shown on the base of the jar.
Additional information
Jar size: 200 g.
Recognition: Gold Award-winning marmalade.
Made in: Our Gloucestershire kitchen.
Please note: Natural citrus peel, zest strands or pips may occasionally occur.
Lemon, Vanilla & Vodka Marmalade FAQs
What does Lemon, Vanilla & Vodka Marmalade taste like?
It begins with fresh, tangy lemon and aromatic citrus peel, followed by smooth vanilla and a clean, gently warming vodka finish.
Is the vanilla flavour strong?
The vanilla is smooth and fragrant rather than overpowering. It softens the tang of the lemon while allowing the citrus to remain the main flavour.
Can you taste the vodka?
The vodka gives the marmalade a clean, gently warming finish rather than a strong spirit flavour.
What can I serve with it?
Serve it with brioche, croissants, toast, scones, Greek yoghurt and pancakes. It also works beautifully with lemon cakes, cheesecake, panna cotta and vanilla ice cream.
Can I bake with this marmalade?
Yes. Use it as a filling for sponge cakes, tartlets and biscuits, or warm it gently and brush it over a lemon or vanilla loaf cake.
Can I use it in cocktails?
Yes. Shake a small spoonful into a vodka sour, stir it into a citrus spritz or use it to add lemon, vanilla and sweetness to a cocktail.
Does it contain alcohol?
Yes. It is made with premium vodka and contains alcohol.
Is it handmade?
Yes. Lemon, Vanilla & Vodka Marmalade is handmade in small batches at The Artisan Kitchen in Gloucestershire.
Has this marmalade won an award?
Yes. Lemon, Vanilla & Vodka Marmalade is a Gold Award-winning preserve.
Is it suitable for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes. It is suitable for vegetarians and vegans by ingredients, although it contains alcohol.
Explore More
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Find more citrus stories in All About Marmalade.
Sending as a gift? Add this Gold Award-winning Lemon, Vanilla & Vodka Marmalade to one of our jam and marmalade gifts. We can hand-wrap your order and include a handwritten note, with no pricing inside the parcel.
Tania Ramos –
Nice little pot of marmalade with a twist, perfect!
Fiona Anderson –
This is my favourite but there’s a downfall! I can’t leave it alone until it’s all gone! If you like citrus flavours you will LOVE this one. You get a beautiful tangy but sweet hit of lemon and then the after taste of vanilla vodka! It’s just perfect!