Roku Sakura Bloom – Limited Edition Gin (70cl , 43%)
Roku Sakura Bloom Gin is a limited-edition Japanese craft gin (43% ABV) that offers a delicate, floral, and slightly sweet flavor profile centered on cherry blossom (Sakura). It features a lighter body than the original, with notes of citrus, creamy texture, and a subtle, salty, peppery finish.
Key Features and Taste Profile:
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- Aroma & Flavor: Dominated by a fresh, spring-like floral scent of cherry blossom, with underlying citrus zest and herbal notes.
- Palate: It is described as light-bodied, featuring a “silky smooth” feel with a unique, savory, and salty salinity derived from the Sakura flower and leaves.
- Finish: A gentle warmth of peppery spice
- Best Serving Method: Generally recommended to be enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or with a light tonic to appreciate its delicate nuances, as bolder mixers might overpower it.
Pros & Cons:
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- Pros: Highly praised for its aromatic, elegant, and “special” profile. It features a beautiful, artistic bottle design.
- Cons: Some reviewers found it less complex than the original, sometimes described as “flat” or too subtle in a strong Gin and Tonic.
It is widely considered an excellent choice for gin enthusiasts looking for a nuanced, botanical-forward spirit.
Roku Sakura Bloom Edition is a limited-edition Japanese gin inspired by Japan’s cherry blossom festivals, known for its sweet and floral taste with notes of sakura (cherry blossom) and subtle saltiness from the leaves
. It is the first release in the Roku Seasonal Festival Collection and has an alcohol content of 43%. The gin is designed to capture the fleeting beauty of the cherry blossom season, offering a spring-like, elegant, and complex flavor profile.
Flavor profile Nose: Delicate floral aromas of cherry blossom, with hints of saltiness from the leaves.
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- Palate: Smooth and velvety, with a subtle sweetness and complex floral and fruity notes from the cherry blossom. It is balanced by the base botanicals and a hint of saltiness, reminiscent of sakuramochi.
- Finish: Long, elegant, and gently floral.
Key features
- Limited edition: The first release in the Roku Seasonal Festival Collection, which is dedicated to the four seasons.
- Inspiration: Based on the Japanese festival of Hanami, or “flower viewing,” which celebrates the blooming of cherry blossoms.
- Botanicals: In addition to its six core botanicals, it features the addition of sakura flowers and sakura leaves.
- Alcohol content: ABV : 43%
- Packaging: The bottle has a floral theme, and the washi paper label was created by artist Horiki Eriko. The art was created by Ohgushi.
| Weight | 2,2 kg |
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