Tasting Notes
Made with Restraint. Designed with Clarity.
In Japanese culture, excellence is not always loud. Often, it is measured - found not in embellishment, but in restraint. Tenjaku Gin follows this path. Crafted in Yamanashi prefecture, a region known for its pristine waters and proximity to Mount Fuji, this is a gin that seeks not to impress through force, but to express through balance.
The name Tenjaku means "the sound of a skylark" - not noise, but clarity. That same sense of harmony defines the liquid within. At 37.5% ABV, this is a lighter spirit by Western standards, but its depth is found not in proof, but in proportion. Every element has its place. Nothing is added without purpose.
The botanical selection is considered. Yuzu, sansho pepper, sencha green tea, and traditional juniper come together not as contrast, but as conversation. Each plays its part, and then yields to the next.
The nose is bright, but never sharp. Fresh citrus peel, a hint of floral green tea, and a quiet tickle of pepper rise gently from the glass. The scent is clear - a breath of orchard air after rain.
On the palate, the gin is clean and composed. The yuzu brings a subtle bitterness, shaped like lemon but with more grace. Sansho adds texture - a soft prickle, like silk against the skin. The green tea carries depth, not tannin, and the juniper is present only to frame, never to dominate. The finish is light, floral, and fleeting - the last note of a well-played koto string.
This is a gin made for soda, not tonic. In a highball, it becomes almost weightless - a spirit that carries flavour without heaviness. Garnish simply: a slice of cucumber, a twist of yuzu peel, or a sliver of pickled ginger if serving with food.
In cocktails, use it where silence matters. A Yuzu Collins. A White Negroni, built with restraint. Or stir it slowly into a Martini - not dry, but quiet. This is not a gin for theatrics. It is a gin for those who understand that clarity, too, is a luxury.
Why You'll Love It:
Because Tenjaku Gin is made with intention. Not just in its flavour, but in its philosophy. It honours the Japanese tradition of craft that exists not for acclaim, but because it is worth doing well. It does not seek to be the loudest voice on the bar - but the truest.
This is gin that holds its form. And in doing so, earns your attention.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Sweet
- Dry
- Smooth
- Complex
- Delicate
- Full Flavoured
Classification: Spirits
Variety: Gin
Vintage: 25 Years
Bottle Size: 700ml
Country: Japan
Region: Yamanashi Prefecture, Fuefuki
Alcohol %: 37.5%
Cellaring: Ready, but will Keep