A brilliantly floral gin from the Jackson's range, featuring Japanese cherry blossom as its star botanical. With hints of hibiscus, rose, and vibrant pink grapefruit, each sip unveils a burst of cherry blossom notes intertwined with the delightful essence of rose and the zesty touch of pink grapefruit. The key botanical is cherry blossom, the symbolic flower that is celebrated at festivals around Japan each spring.

abv gin as “punchy” with a citrus kick and herbal finish, accompanied by lemon and grapefruit botanicals directly from the Mediterranean. This 20% abv liqueur is distilled in traditional copper stills and bottled in packaging featuring a similarly traditional design. Although it can be enjoyed neat, this spirit is best served with a slice of apple or even better, candied blossom, according to Davies.From the KURO EXPRESSIONS range - a unique range of premium gins made using KURO signature, award-winning gin with a deliciously fruity Japanese-inspired twist. In a bid to tap into the gin craze that shows no signs of slowing down, the trend for Japanese-inspired versions of the spirit has been sweeping the UK. In a tradition known as ‘Hanami’ the people head out to celebrate the cascading of these blooms and the change of season. Hello everyone, I had the opportunity during this years’ Wine in Paris event to taste a Japanese Gin, in the international hall (one of the Japanese booth).

abv gin features delicate hints of sancho peppers and cherry blossom, which are sourced in Japan, says Lidl. One of two liqueurs in the festival range, the 20% abv raspberry variant takes the libationary tour north to Scotland. The Hortus gins being released tomorrow by Lidl add some exotic overseas touches to the range, as Peter Ranscombe finds out. When you subscribe to our VIP Club you’ll receive your exclusive surprise bottle in the middle of the month.LIDL’S Hortus gin brand has won many fans over the years – including those who tried it at the German supermarket chain’s pop-up gin club in Edinburgh. Made with a variety of exotic ingredients, these gins contain one distinctly Japanese element that makes them perfect for spring. The resulting flavours are Refreshing Summery Citrus notes with hints of a Spicy Ginger and finished off with a Sweet Floral Cherry Blossom which lingers in the mouth.