Suntory Roku Gin Minori

Tasting Notes and Characteristics:

Bright and lively on the palate, Suntory Roku Gin Minori invites relaxed sipping or a refined cocktail moment, with a clean, balanced feel that suits both summer evenings and elegant gatherings. ABV 0.47, handcrafted in Japan, it is produced through careful small-batch distillation using a mix of traditional gin botanicals and Japanese botanicals for a precise, polished spirit.

Aromatic notes of yuzu and other citrus, delicate sakura floral hints, green tea leaf and a touch of peppered spice give it a layered, savory-fruity profile. With sashimi it complements the pure texture and fresh ocean flavors, lifting umami with citrus and tea notes; with tempura it cuts through the batter’s oil, refreshing the palate and accentuating the light, crisp contrast.

Producer Information: Suntory

Suntory is a Japanese beverage company founded in 1899 by Shinjiro Torii and headquartered in Osaka with major offices in Tokyo. It began as a shop selling imported wines and moved into domestic production with the establishment of the Yamazaki distillery near Kyoto in 1923, Japan’s first malt whisky distillery. Suntory’s production approach emphasizes careful sourcing of malt and grain, precise yeast and fermentation management, long-term cask maturation across oak types, and skilled blending to achieve balance and complexity while integrating Japanese water sources and local climate as part of its flavor architecture.

Beyond its core single malts and blended whiskies, Suntory’s portfolio spans multiple beverage categories and international brands. Key whisky products include Yamazaki, Hakushu, Hibiki and Chita; through Beam Suntory the company also owns American and Scotch labels such as Jim Beam, Maker’s Mark, Courvoisier, Laphroaig and Bowmore. Suntory produces beer and brewed products like The Premium Malt’s, operates wine businesses including Mercian, and markets a wide range of nonalcoholic beverages and ready-to-drink lines such as bottled water, oolong tea and canned coffee, reflecting diversified manufacturing, distribution, and brand management capabilities.