Japanese Craft Spirits

Region: Germany

Distillery: Friedrich Specht Sohne Gmbh

Age: NAS

ABV: 21%

Cask: NAS

Size: 700 ml

Specht Pampelmuse Grapefruit Vodka is a flavored vodka. It offers a refreshing and zesty grapefruit flavor, balancing sweetness and acidity, making it ideal for cocktails or enjoyed simply with tonic water or soda. Known for its vibrant taste, this vodka is perfect for those seeking a citrusy twist on traditional vodka.

Region: South Africa

Distillery: Alexander Gordon & Co.

Age: NAS

ABV: 43%

Size: 750 ml

Almost 250 years ago, Alexander Gordon started his distillery in London and set about creating the recipe for a brilliant tasting gin. Gordon's high quality and distinctive juniper flavour has come to define the taste of the classic G&T. (Source from Gordon's London Dry Gin).
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Region: Kagoshima, Japan

Distillery: Nishikinada Shuzo

Distillation Method: N/A

Koji: N/A

Age: Matured for 15 Years

ABV: 35%

Size: 500 ml

"Arak" is known as the origin of distilled sprits. An ancient mediterranean drink it was distilled from Dates. A special distillation process to produce Arak "Seijuhai" from the Japanese perspective gives a fruity aroma, mild & smooth Shochu drink.  It's 100% date Shochu.

Region: Amsterdam, Holland

Distillery: Lucas Bols Amsterdam BV

Age: NAS

ABV: 42%

Cask: NAS

Size: 700 ml

Award-winning Bols Genever is crafted according to the original 1820 recipe. Its smooth, malty palate features subtle apricot notes and hints of juniper. Bols Genever Original is a true mixing spirit, adding complexity and character to a wide variety of cocktails.

This delightfully complex triple-grain spirit is made from corn, rye, and wheat, blended with a selection of 22 botanicals. Bols Genever won Double Gold and Best of Show at the Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of America Convention in 2018 and was honored with the Best Dutch Genever Award at the World Best Gin Competition in 2018.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Suntory

ABV: 43%

Suntory Roku Japanese Craft Gin is a meticulously crafted gin distilled in Japan that highlights six unique Japanese botanicals: sakura flower, sakura leaf, yuzu peel, sencha tea, gyokuro tea, and sansho pepper. These botanicals are harvested at their peak freshness, following the Japanese concept of “shun,” to capture the essence of Japan’s four seasons in each bottle.

In addition to these six distinctive botanicals, Roku Gin also contains eight traditional gin botanicals such as juniper berries, coriander, angelica root, cardamom, cinnamon, bitter orange peel, lemon peel, and angelica seed, which together create a complex yet balanced flavor profile. The gin is distilled using various pot stills to preserve the individual essence of each botanical, resulting in a smooth, multi-layered gin with floral, citrus, and spicy notes.

Roku Gin has an ABV of 43% and is known for its clean, crisp taste with a top note of yuzu, a subtle spiciness from sansho pepper, and delicate floral hints from cherry blossom and green teas. It is commonly enjoyed neat, in classic gin cocktails such as a Dry Martini or Gin & Tonic garnished with fresh ginger, or in more innovative cocktails that highlight its unique botanical profile

Daiyame Imo Shochu Kagoshima Japan

Region: Japan

Distillery: Hamada Syuzou

Age: NAS

Abv: 25%

Size: 900 ml

Region: Japan

Distillery: Higashi Shuzo

Age: NA

ABV: 14%, 14%

Size: 720 ml , 720 ml

Organic Black Tea SHOCHU made by infusing organic black tea "Benifuki" from Tokunoshima island (Kagoshima) with Kome (Rice) Shochu. 

Organic Coffee SHOCHU. Made by infusing Coffee with Kome (Rice) Shochu. Delicate and smooth aroma bringing through the flavours of coffee. Recommend to drink chilled, on the rocks or even adding some soda water.

Region: Okinawa, Japan

Distillery: Yaesen Distillery

Ditillation Method: N/A

Koji: Rice Black Koji

Age: 3 Years

Cask: French white oak barrel

ABV: 25%

Size: 720 ml

The Yaesen Distillery produces its raw wine through direct fire distillation, then bottles and ages it to create Yaesen Awamori.

How to Enjoy: For the best experience, it's suggested to serve it over ice.

Awards: This Awamori received the Bronze Award in the Soju Division at TWSC 2020.

The Amber Barrel Awamori is matured in French white oak barrels.

With an alcohol content of 25 degrees, it offers a smooth and clean flavor that is appealing to women.

It is a blend of Awamori aged between 6 and 3 years, resulting in a refined finish.

Mori No Yousei Yaki Imo (Grilled Sweet Potato) Shochu, Kagoshima Japan:

Region: Japan

Distillery: Okubo Shuzo

Age: NAS

ABV: 25%

Size: 720 ml

Region: Japan

Distillery: Kokubu Shuzo

Age: NAS

ABV: 26%

Size: 720 ml

Region: Kagoshima, Japan

Distillery: Komasa Jyozo

Age: NAS

ABV: 45%

Size: 500 ml

Ingredients: Authentic shochu, roasted green tea (Kagoshima Prefecture), juniper berries, and other botanical ingredients

"KOMASA GIN Hojicha" is Komasa Brewery's second craft gin, following KOMASA GIN Sakurajima Komikan. It is made by adding carefully selected botanicals, such as juniper berries and Kagoshima-grown hojicha tea, to rice shochu. It combines the dry flavor of gin with the fragrant aroma of hojicha tea. 

Hojicha tea, carefully sourced from Japan’s renowned Kagoshima region, lends gentle roasted notes and a subtle wood-like sweetness, creating a rich yet smooth profile. With hints of juniper and a comforting tea aroma, this gin offers a sophisticated taste experience.

Enjoy KOMASA GIN Hojicha neat, with hot water or soda, or try it in creative cocktails like the Hojicha Gin Latte, where its creamy texture shines alongside milk.

Region: Kagoshima, Japan

Distillery: Komasa Jyozo

Age: NAS

ABV: 45%

Size: 500 ml

Ingredients: Authentic shochu, Sakurajima komikan, juniper berries, and other botanical ingredients

KOMASA GIN-Sakurajima Komikan is a very enjoyable and broadly approachable gin produced by Komasa Jyozo, which has over 130 years of experience making shochu in Kagoshima. KOMASA GIN is based on minimalization of additional elements and focuses on the major botanical i.e. the Sakurajima komikan. The world's smallest mikan, or satsuma mandarin, is an important crop on Mt. Sakurajima as it is unsuitable for rice production due to its volcanic ash soil. With a diameter of only 4-5cm and a weight of 20-50g, the size of this mikan is small but its presence is immense.

Tasting Note: The crisp, dry taste of gin and the gentle citrus aroma of mikan combine for an entirely unique drinking experience. 

Region: Japan

Distillery: Sakurao Distillery

Age: NAS

ABV: 47%

Size: 700 ml

Sakurao Gin Hamagou 2025 is a Japanese dry gin crafted with 12 botanicals. This 8th edition has a fresh and refreshing fragrance reminiscent of the small, dainty Hamagou flowers that bloom on Miyajima Island, a world heritage site located near SAKURAO DISTILLERY. Botanicals include Hamagou, rosemary, shiranui citrus, lavender, green tea, spearmint, juniper berry from France, angelica root, licorice, coriander seed, vanilla bean, and caraway seed.

SAKURAO GIN is produced by a German-made copper hybrid still
and is distilled using a hybrid method (combination of steeping and vapor methods), which is the best way to extract the flavors of each and every botanicals.

Tasting Note : A gin with a fresh Hamagou aroma, the sweetness of shiranui citrus, and the gorgeous floral notes of lavender, all balanced with the strong gin flavor from French juniper berries.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Yomeishu Manufacturing Co., Nagano Prefecture

Age: NAS

ABV: 47%

Size: 700 ml

Yomeishu Japanese Craft Gin KANOMORI is a masterful dry gin that captures the serene essence of a Japanese forest through the harmonious blend of Kuromoji shrub and 18 carefully selected botanicals. The rich aroma is inspired by the tranquil forests of Japan, a land blessed with four distinct seasons. Botanicals include: Kuromoji Blanch, Lemon Peel, Juniper Berry, Apricot Leaf, Kuromoji Leaf, Mulberry, Cider Tree Leaf, Sichuan Pepper, Ginger, Licorice, Sage, Cardamon, Rosemary, Laurel, Orange Peel, Wolfberry, Pine Tree Leaf, Angelica, Cinnamon, Aniseed 

This unique gin is crafted by master distillers who blend two uniquely distilled liquids in their original ratio: one derived solely from the leaves, twigs, and branches of Kuromoji, and the other from botanicals steeped before distillation.

This meticulous process unveils a clear, elegant taste characterized by refreshing complexity and a smooth finish. KANOMORI offers a refined drinking experience, where the herbal, woody fragrance of Kuromoji leads to subtle layers of spice, citrus, and forest botanicals, embodying both depth and balance achieved through exceptional craftsmanship.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Echigo Yakuso, Niigata Prefecture

Age: NAS

ABV: 45%

Size: 700 ml

Ingredients: 80 types of natural plants plus 20 botanical

The Herbalist Yaso Gin is a craft gin from Niigata Prefecture, produced by Echigo Yakuso, a health food manufacturer specializing in fermented products and medicinal herbs.

The gin is uniquely made from alcohol generated as a byproduct during the fermentation of enzyme drinks derived from 80 kinds of wild plants such as mugwort, turmeric, dokudami, and ginseng, which are slowly fermented and matured in ceramic pots for about a year. 

Tasting Note: Enjoy the classical botanical aroma that blends with the fresh wildflower scents which produced the base spirit. Nice floral aromas (rose, lavender, jasmine, chamomile, & thyme orange flower) balancing with the scent of the unique ginseng berry.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Echigo Yakuso, Niigata Prefecture

Age: NAS

ABV: 45%

Size: 700 ml

Ingredients: 9 botanicals (Juniper berry, yuzu peel, coriander seed, cedar leaf, shiso leaf, cinnamon leaf, Japanese pepper, celery seed, green tea)

The Herbalist Yaso Gin Yuzu is a high-quality Japanese craft gin produced by Echigo Yakuso based in Niigata Prefecture, and known for blending the power of fermentation with wild plants.

This gin that balances the bright, lustrous aroma and rich bitterness of yuzu peel with the classic juniper berry flavor. Designed to blend Japanese and Western botanical traditions, this gin features Japanese botanicals such as sansho pepper, shiso leaves, and tea leaves, alongside Western spices including coriander seeds and cinnamon leaves. Each botanical is distilled using specialized methods to preserve its unique character, resulting in a complex and layered flavor where yuzu shines distinctly but harmonizes beautifully with the other elements. 

The gin has won multiple prestigious awards, including:
Silver at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2025
Gold at the Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition 2025 
Silver at the International Wine & Spirit Competition 2025

Region: Japan

Distillery: Niigata Prefecture

Age: NAS

ABV: 45%

Size: 700 ml

Ingredients: 12 botanicals including Juniper berry, Valencia orange peel, navel orange peel, orange flower, licorice, spring turmeric, fennel, clove, cardamom, allspice, celery seed, Echigo angelica.

The Herbalist Yaso Gin Orange is a vibrant Japanese craft gin enriched with the juicy bitterness of orange peel. Crafted with 12 botanicals, it features the tart and refreshing Valencia orange and the sweet, fragrant navel orange, creating a beautifully balanced and dynamic finish. Complementing these citrus notes are spices such as fennel, cloves, allspice, and celery seed, which add complexity and depth, giving the gin a firm and robust character beyond just fruity sweetness. This versatile gin is great enjoyed simply with tonic water, while in colder seasons it also shines when mixed with hot water and a touch of syrup to make a comforting hot gin sling. 

The Herbalist Yaso serie is a high-quality Japanese craft gin produced by Echigo Yakuso, a company based in Niigata Prefecture known for blending the power of fermentation with wild plants.

This gin has won multiple prestigious awards, including:
Gold Award and “Best Japanese Craft Gin” at the Tokyo Whiskey & Spirits Competition (TWSC) 2023
Gold at the World Gin Awards 2024 as Japan’s country winner
Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2024
Silver Award at the International Wine & Spirit Competition 2024
Gold Award at the Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition 2024
Gold Award at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2025
Grand Gold Award at the Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition 2025
Hall of Fame Inductee Bronze Award at the International Wine & Spirit Competition 2025

Region: Japan

Distillery: Mars Tsunuki Distillery (Hombo Shuzo co., Ltd.) 

Age: NAS

ABV: 47%

Size: 700 ml

Mars Wa Bi Gin "The Forest" is a Japanese gin produced by the Mars Tsunuki Distillery in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. This gin is crafted from a rice-based spirit distilled twice for purity and delicacy. It features juniper berries, coriander seeds as core botanicals, along with unique Japanese botanicals such as Yakusugi cedar, Hinoki cypress and nine botanicals sourced locally from Kagoshima such as, yuzu, green tea leaves, shiso, kumquat, ginger, and perilla leaves.

Nose: Rich scent of Yakusugi cedar, light citrus notes. Palate: Refreshing sensation like being in a coniferous forest, green flavor of cypress leaves. Finish: Sweet and spicy aroma of juniper berries.

Excellent for sipping neat, on the rocks, or in refined cocktails.