Oka Japanese Gin 900 ml
Product details
| Management number | 253706306 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$11.20 | Model Number | 253706306 | ||
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Oka Japanese Gin is a bold, flavorful gin distilled at the Tsutsumi Distillery in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan. It uses a 100% rice base and a botanical mix that emphasizes juniper (both Macedonian and Himalayan), seasonal citrus (yuzu, sudachi, Satsuma mandarin), and young ginger. At 43% ABV, it delivers a rich, spicy, citrus-bright gin that works both in classic gin cocktails and as a more expressive gin to sip neat or over ice.
Origins & Craftsmanship
| Feature | Detail |
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| Distillery / Producer | Tsutsumi Distillery, Kumamoto Prefecture, Kyushu, Japan. |
| Spirit Base | 100% rice neutral spirit (rather than grain) adding a softer, smoother mouthfeel. |
| Number of Distillations | Distilled six times in a copper-lined stainless steel pot still. Botanical additions are made in the final distillation. |
| ABV / Proof | 43% ABV. |
| Bottle Size | 900 ml — larger than the typical 700 or 750 ml, offering value. |
Flavor / Tasting Profile
| Sensory Element | Notes |
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| Nose / Aroma | Bright citrus: yuzu and mandarin; bold juniper presence (piney and resinous); hints of sansho peppercorn, ginger, and orange oil. |
| Palate / Taste | Spicy juniper (piney), earthy ginger root; citrus zest (lime, orange, mandarin); clean rice sweetness that softens the botanicals; herbal pepper finish. |
| Finish | Clean, moderately long; lingering citrus and spice, with juniper and ginger kicking in; rice base adds a smooth, lightly sweet final note. |
Key Specs / Identity
| Spec | Detail |
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| Type / Style | Japanese Dry Gin (bold-juniper style) |
| Botanicals Highlighted | Macedonian & Himalayan juniper; citrus (seasonal Japanese citrus: yuzu, sudachi, mandarin); ginger; orris root; rotating seasonal citrus. |
| Distillation Style | Multi-distilled (6×), botanicals added in final run to preserve aromatic intensity. |
Strengths & What Makes It Stand Out
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Very good balance between juniper “gnar” and citrus & spice: clear traditional gin backbone but with Japanese flair.
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The rice base contributes to smoothness and a softer palette which helps the botanicals shine rather than clash.
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900 ml bottle offers more volume for price: good value for cocktail bars or those who use gin often.
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Distinct spicy garnish options: sansho pepper, fresh citrus peel, etc., interact nicely with its flavor profile.
Use & Pairing Suggestions
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Classic Gin & Tonic: Use a high-quality tonic; garnish with a twist of yuzu or mandarin peel to echo the citrus in the gin.
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Gin Martini: With olive or lemon twist; the rice base gives a clean mouthfeel that works well in stirred drinks.
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Negroni / Gin Negroni / Negroni variation: Use the gin for extra juniper + citrus bright kicks.
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Gin Gimlet: Lime juice + simple syrup to highlight citrus & ginger.
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Pairings: Pairs with light grilled seafood (like yuzu soy glazed fish), sashimi, citrus dishes, or snacks with ginger / pepper flavors.
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