The first release in the Seasonal Festival Collection, the Roku Gin Sakura Bloom Edition is crafted to capture the essence of Sakura in bloom, a fleeting phenomenon that transforms Japan into a sea of color and delicate fragrances each spring. Lasting only two weeks, the Sakura bloom is enjoyed at its peak by millions of Japanese people in a ritual known as Hanami, or ‘flower viewing’. Taking inspiration from the ephemeral beauty of cherry blossom, this special edition Roku Gin harnesses the brightness and freshness of Sakura for you to enjoy year-round. The blossom imparts an elegant floral taste layered with hints of saltiness, underpinned by a delicately complex blend of botanicals that enhances this Japanese gin’s natural flavors. This limited edition bottling is the first in a series which celebrates Japanese festivals inspired by “Shun” – the sensibility of enjoying seasonal moments at their peak.

A wonderful new premium gin expression from drinks giant Suntory that was created using three of Japan’s most famous flavours: Yuzu, Green Tea and Ginger, along with 8 traditional gin botanicals: juniper berry, coriander seed, angelica root, angelica seed, cardamom seed, cinnamon, bitter orange peel, and lemon peel. The results are a refreshing, unique and all-round delicious drinking experience that is perfect on the rocks, with tonic water, or in cocktails.