Jinzu Gin

Nose: Fruity and crisp, with notes of fragrant citrus, green tea and light spice. There is a slightly unusual character to the profile. Palate: Sweet and mild arrival, fruity and earthy but the juniper is restrained. There is a berry-fruit aspect and a mild spicy note appears on the mid palate that reminds me a little of green shiso leaf, but it may be the influence of the sake foundation. The texture is silky. Finish: Medium/short. Not a powerful aftertaste but it is crisp and clean. A smooth, easy to drink gin that is very palatable. The character is not profound but what is there is good. It's of the mild Hendricks school of composition with added fruity-cereal notes from the sake. It's well balanced and certainly worth a try, but not a top-shelf spirit. Many thanks to Warwick for the tasting sample. "Good" : 83/100 (3.5 stars)