Gin 'Japanese Blossom' Ukiyo
The "Japanese Blossom" is a Gin from the distillery Ukiyo. Born from a base of shōchū and then redistilled with juniper, regional citrus, cherry blossom and native botanicals. Created to cherish ‘Hanami’, a japanese tradition where people head out to celebrate the cascading of the cherry blooms and the change of season
The Gin "Japanese Blossom" by Ukiyo Spirits is born in the south of Japan, precisely at the southernmost tip corresponding to the locality of Kagoshima, near the Sakurajima volcano. This Gin carries with it the tradition of Japanese distillation art, being the result of a meticulous and expert work of a family that has passed down the art and knowledge of this discipline for generations. The term "Ukiyo" literally means "floating world" and refers to a mental state that focuses on the here and now, detaching from the difficulties that life presents.
Ukiyo Spirits' "Japanese Blossom" Gin is produced from a harvest of local barley initially distilled into shōchū liquor, which is then distilled a second time in a still with the addition of juniper, mandarin, and spices, concluding with the infusion of Sakura flower and yuzu to impart delicacy to the taste. This distillate is presented as a tribute to the magnificent "Hanami" period, that is, the cherry blossom season.during the spring season, a time when the Japanese traditionally celebrate the rebirth of nature and the change of season.
The Gin "Japanese Blossom" from Ukiyo Spirits is transparent and crystalline in appearance; it offers prominent aromas of juniper, cherry blossoms, and citrus notes, with hints of violet, coriander, and woody spices in the background. On the palate, it reveals freshness, delicacy, and persistence that entice the drinker. An excellent product to keep for important occasions and for a delightful end of the evening, savoring a product of impeccable quality.