Hanami Dry Gin (70cl , 43%)
Hanami Dry Gin comes to us from The Netherlands, but takes its inspiration from Japan. It’s made using a combination of nine botanicals, along with Japanese cherry blossom essence. The name comes from a tradition in Japan where people gather to enjoy the beauty of cherry blossoms as spring starts to arrive.
Hanami Gin reviews highlight its floral and citrus notes, with a balance of traditional juniper and unique cherry blossom, yuzu, and green tea botanicals. It is praised as a unique and great-value gin, especially for those who enjoy lighter, floral gins, and is considered versatile for sipping neat, on the rocks, or in cocktails like a gin and tonic or martinis. Some reviewers found the floral notes to be prominent, while others noted a cleaner, more traditional juniper-forward taste with a pleasant floral finish.
Flavor profile and botanicals
- Botanicals: A blend of traditional gin botanicals with Japanese-inspired ones, including cherry blossom, green tea, and yuzu.
- Aroma: A floral nose with notes of cherry blossom, pine, and citrus, with some reviewers noting an initial alcohol burn.
- Taste: A delicate balance of floral and citrus flavors on top of a traditional, juniper-based gin. Some reviews mention a clean juniper taste with a floral finish, while others describe it as a more pronounced floral, citrus, and pine experience.
How to enjoy it
- Neat or on the rocks: Some reviewers recommend sipping it neat or with a little ice to bring out the floral flavors more clearly.
- Cocktails: It is considered a great option for cocktails like gin and tonics or martinis. One user mentions a cocktail using Hanami gin with lemon juice that provides a harmonious blend of sweet and floral notes, say this Instagram post.
Value and versatility
- Good value: Several reviewers mention it as an affordable, premium gin for its price point, making it a great value, says this Distiller review.
- Versatile: It can be enjoyed by both gin enthusiasts and those new to gin, or those who prefer switching from darker spirits, says this Distiller review.
| Weight | 2,2 kg |
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