Tenjaku Japanese Gin 70cl

Crisp, zippy, and ridiculously easy to mix, this Japanese gin is the one you reach for when you want your drink to taste clean, bright, and intentional.

Some gins get lost the second you add tonic, soda, or citrus. This one doesn’t. It keeps its shape in a highball, stands up in a Tom Collins, and gives a Gin & Tonic that sharp, refreshing snap that makes you take a second sip right away. If you like a gin that’s dry once, then layered, this hits the sweet spot.

What makes it worth your shelf space is the balance. You still get that classic juniper “gin-ness” so it works in the cocktails you already know, but there’s a Japanese-style clarity to it, bright citrus, gentle spice, and a clean, tidy finish that doesn’t drag.

Why you’ll care: it’s a crowd-pleaser that doesn’t feel boring. It plays well with simple mixers, but it also rewards a little curiosity, try it with grapefruit, a twist of lemon, or a sprig of rosemary and it starts showing different sides.

Tasting notes

• Nose: Fresh citrus peel, juniper, a hint of white pepper, and a clean, airy herbal note.
• Taste: Bright, lemony lift up front, classic juniper through the middle, then a dry, gently spicy finish that keeps it feeling crisp.
• Finish: Clean and dry, with lingering citrus oils and a light peppery tingle.

Use it when you want a Japanese gin that behaves in classics (G&T, Negroni, Collins) but still brings that neat, refreshing edge that makes the whole drink feel sharper.

Fun Fact: Tenjaku is a Japanese spirits name that shows up across more than one style, so you’ll spot it on shelves beyond gin too, it’s part of the brand’s “easy to love, easy to mix” DNA.