Roku Sakura Bloom Japanese Craft Gin (70cl, 43%)

Roku Sakura Bloom is a Japanese gin from the House of Suntory, bottled at 43% in a 70cl bottle. It centres on cherry blossom and combines its floral character with Roku's original botanical blend. It is the first limited release in the Seasonal Festival Collection, dedicated to Hanami, and is presented in the hexagonal bottle with botanicals embossed in the glass and a washi paper label by Eriko Horiki. The nose shows a fresh, gentle cherry blossom scent with soft floral notes. The palate is soft and smooth, with fruity sweetness from the cherry blossom and a subtle salty nuance reminiscent of sakura-mochi, alongside Roku's original botanicals. The finish is long and smooth, ending with a subtle sweetness.