Hanami Gin

I finally opened up this one tonight, more so in quiescence for our Scotland distillery trading team’s round 5. I remember buying this last year on a whim, just because of the affordable sub-$30 price and the pretty picture. Yeah, I’m a sucker for pretty pictures, especially this oriental style cherry blossom art. Amazing value for money—-it’s probably one of the better gins I’ve had. Granted I’ve not had many...maybe 4-5 at most. The taste starts clean and juniper-y, but then takes a pleasant turn towards floral. Yes, like Yoshino cherry blossoms ( I have a huge 30 footer in my front yard, smells amazing in early spring). I have no idea on mix drinks, and I actually am not a fan of it either, seem to want to enjoy the spirit neat or with a bit of ice....so, having this with just a little piece of ice bought out more floral flavors. If you see this, you won’t go wrong, especially considering the price.

tastes of bark and cherry blossom mixed with citrus... not great, not wretched either