Sakurao Gin Original, the brightness of Hiroshima in a 47% Japanese Dry Gin

Designed for cocktail connoisseurs and lovers of finely crafted spirits, Sakurao Gin Original invites contemplation, like a Japanese garden at dawn where the light catches citrus zest. From Sakurao Brewery & Distillery in Hiroshima, this 47% gin is aimed at those who seek purity, precision and a distinctive aromatic signature. Its uniqueness lies in the blend of 14 botanicals, including 9 local treasures, elevated by a distillation process that marries tradition and modernity. On the palate you’ll perceive an orchestration of citrus, juniper and resinous, vegetal notes, carried by a clean texture that extends the finish. A Japanese Dry Gin style that is upright and poetic, designed to enhance a bright Gin & Tonic, a refined Martini or neat over ice.

The promises of a luminous gin, between freshness and depth

• Japanese citrus freshness – Yuzu, green lemon, navel and sweet summer orange from Hiroshima deliver a delicate liveliness that awakens the palate without overwhelming it.
• Precise body at 47% – An ideal strength to carry the aromas, provide structure in cocktails and preserve a clean, long and intensely aromatic mouthfeel.
• Woody and herbal signature – Hinoki, green tea and red shiso bring a resinous, zen dimension, an elegant counterpoint to the citrus brightness.
• Expressive juniper, dry balance – A classic base of juniper berries and coriander anchors the profile in a dry style, with impeccable aromatic clarity.
• Inspiring versatility – Stunning in a Gin & Tonic, sovereign in a Martini, charming in a citrus highball, it adapts effortlessly to your serving rituals.

Distillation expertise serving the botanicals

Sakurao Gin Original showcases 14 botanicals, including 9 locally sourced ingredients from Hiroshima prefecture, complemented by 5 imported botanicals. Key elements include yuzu, green lemon, navel orange, sweet summer orange, dai dai, hinoki, green tea, red shiso and ginger. The juniper base, accompanied notably by coriander, structures the whole. The botanicals are treated by maceration then steam distillation, an approach that preserves the brightness of the citrus and the finesse of the most volatile compounds. Copper and stainless steel stills provide fine control over extraction, resulting in a clean and coherent profile. The outcome is a citrus-forward Japanese Dry Gin, driven by a juniper core, an elegant resinous thread and remarkable aromatic precision, offered in a 70 cl bottle.

Tasting moments and cocktail inspirations

Serve it neat, lightly chilled or over a large ice cube to appreciate the progression from citrus notes to a woody breath. For a Gin & Tonic, choose a delicate tonic water to let the yuzu and green lemon express themselves; a citrus peel or a shiso leaf garnish will underscore its uniqueness. In a Martini, the 47% strength provides a strong backbone for a cocktail that is both dry, aromatic and persistent. It also shines in highballs and twists on classic recipes where freshness, tension and elegance are sought.

The Sakurao difference, between terroir and precision

Produced in Hiroshima by Sakurao Brewery & Distillery, this gin claims the imprint of carefully selected local botanicals. The combination of maceration and steam distillation ensures a faithful reproduction of the aromas, without artifice. The house stands out with a contemporary vision, recognised by international awards, and a keen sense of balance. You thus enjoy a premium spirit, consistent in quality, conceived for both mixology and neat tasting, capable of elevating every shared moment.

Let Sakurao Gin Original enter your collection and offer your guests a sensory journey from Hiroshima to the glass. Limited availability, careful delivery, attentive customer service, everything is in place for an experience as smooth as it is memorable.