Suntory Roku Minori Select Edition Japanese Gin

Suntory Roku Minori Select Edition Japanese Gin – Premium Japanese Craft Gin | Suntory, Osaka, Japan

Suntory Roku Minori Select Edition Japanese Gin is a refined, premium expression from Suntory — the Osaka, Japan spirits company founded in 1899 and celebrated worldwide as one of the most innovative and respected producers of Japanese whisky, beer, and spirits. Suntory’s Roku gin has established itself as one of the most celebrated and distinctive craft gins in the world — a Japanese gin of extraordinary elegance, complexity, and botanical precision that has earned a devoted global following among gin enthusiasts who appreciate the kind of meticulous craftsmanship and seasonal botanical philosophy that only Suntory’s Japanese production heritage can deliver.

Roku — meaning “six” in Japanese — is crafted with six unique Japanese botanicals alongside eight traditional gin botanicals, each harvested at the peak of their respective seasons to capture the full depth and character of Japan’s natural botanical landscape. The Minori Select Edition is a special expression within the Roku family — a curated, premium release that celebrates the finest seasonal botanical selection and the extraordinary craftsmanship that has made Roku one of the most awarded and sought-after craft gins in the world. “Minori” means “harvest” in Japanese — a name that speaks to the seasonal philosophy and botanical precision at the heart of every Roku expression.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Delicate and beautifully complex with sakura (cherry blossom), yuzu peel, sencha tea, gyokuro tea, sansho pepper, and the refined, layered botanical elegance that six unique Japanese botanicals and Suntory’s meticulous seasonal harvesting produce — an immediately distinctive and captivating Japanese gin aroma
• Palate: Smooth, refined, and exquisitely balanced with the interplay of traditional gin botanicals and the six Japanese botanicals — floral sakura, bright yuzu citrus, green tea complexity, and the gentle warmth of sansho pepper in perfect harmony — a gin of exceptional elegance, depth, and Japanese botanical precision
• Finish: Long, clean, and beautifully refined with lingering floral notes, green tea, yuzu citrus, and a gentle, warming spice — the hallmark of a world-class Japanese craft gin of extraordinary botanical craftsmanship and seasonal precision

Key Highlights

• ✔ Six unique Japanese botanicals — sakura flower, sakura leaf, yuzu peel, sencha tea, gyokuro tea, and sansho pepper, each harvested at peak season for maximum character
• ✔ Minori Select Edition — a premium, curated release celebrating the finest seasonal botanical selection and Roku’s extraordinary Japanese craft gin heritage
• ✔ From Suntory — Osaka’s legendary spirits company, founded 1899, celebrated worldwide for Japanese whisky, craft spirits, and uncompromising quality
• ✔ Seasonal botanical philosophy — each of the six Japanese botanicals harvested at the peak of its respective season for the fullest possible expression of Japan’s natural botanical landscape
• ✔ 750mL bottle — a must-have for craft gin enthusiasts, Japanese spirits collectors, and lovers of botanical precision and elegance
• ✔ Available at Del Mesa Liquor with nationwide shipping

How to Enjoy

Suntory Roku Minori Select Edition Japanese Gin is best enjoyed in a classic Roku Gin & Tonic — Roku gin over ice in a large wine glass or highball, topped with premium Japanese tonic water and garnished with a slice of fresh ginger and a sprig of rosemary to complement the gin’s botanical complexity. It is equally exceptional in a Martini (stirred, with a yuzu twist), a Negroni, or sipped neat to appreciate the full depth of its six Japanese botanicals. For food pairings, Roku Minori pairs beautifully with fresh sushi and sashimi, Japanese cuisine and izakaya dishes, light seafood and oysters, cucumber and herb-forward salads, and yuzu and citrus desserts.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the six Japanese botanicals in Roku Gin?

Roku Gin is crafted with six unique Japanese botanicals alongside eight traditional gin botanicals: Sakura Flower (spring harvest — delicate floral sweetness), Sakura Leaf (spring harvest — subtle cherry and coumarin notes), Yuzu Peel (winter harvest — bright, distinctive Japanese citrus), Sencha Tea (first flush spring harvest — fresh, grassy green tea character), Gyokuro Tea (spring harvest — rich, umami-forward shade-grown green tea), and Sansho Pepper (summer harvest — gentle, citrusy Japanese pepper warmth). Each botanical is harvested at the peak of its respective season and distilled separately to preserve its unique character before blending.

What makes Roku Gin different from other craft gins?

Roku Gin is distinguished from other craft gins by its uniquely Japanese botanical philosophy — the use of six indigenous Japanese botanicals, each harvested at the peak of their respective seasons, alongside the traditional gin botanical base. This seasonal harvesting approach, combined with Suntory’s meticulous distillation expertise and the use of four different distillation methods (pot still, column still, vacuum distillation, and cold distillation) to extract the optimal character from each botanical, produces a gin of extraordinary complexity, elegance, and distinctly Japanese character that stands apart from European and American craft gin traditions.

Where can I buy Suntory Roku Minori Select Edition Japanese Gin?

You can purchase it online through Del Mesa Liquor with nationwide shipping available.