Keyaki Japanese Craft Gin

Category:
 
Spirits
Sub-Category:  
 
Gin
Producer:
 
Keyaki
Label Name:
 
Japanese Craft Gin
Country:
 
Japan
Region:
 
Miyagi Prefecture
Volume:
 
700ml
ABV:
 
42%
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
6-8°C

Awards/Ratings
available through retailers (Watson's, CaskCartel) with positive tasting descriptions

Tasting Note
Bright yuzu and citrus top notes with spicy juniper and coriander backbone, subtle green-tea bitterness and gentle grape-skin sweetness; herbaceous seri freshness and a clean, refreshing finish.

Food Pairing
Western: gin & tonic, citrus ceviche, smoked salmon, roasted chicken, goat cheese. Asian: sashimi, tempura, yakitori, yuzu-dressed soba, Thai seafood salad.

Production Method
Small-batch distilled by Miyagi Craft Gin (MCG). Local botanicals (yuzu, grape skins, green tea, seri) are macerated/distilled individually and blended with a neutral base spirit.

Vineyard Info
Produced by Miyagi Craft Gin (MCG), founded by the Shizawa brewing shop in Miyagi Prefecture, focusing on local Japanese botanicals and craft distillation techniques.