Japanese Spirits Producer Blends Tradition and Terroir in Tokyo Dry Gin

Japanese gin and vodka brand Ukiyo Spirits adds its own interpretation of a classic dry gin to its portfolio. (Photo: Ukiyo Spirits)

Ukiyo Spirits has recently introduced Tokyo Dry Gin, a rice-based juniper spirit striving to capture Japan’s diverse terroir and tastes in a bottle.

Crafted by Drinksology Kirker Greer, this copper pot-distilled Japanese gin showcases a blend of traditional and native botanicals, including yuzu peel, mikan peel, sakura flower, sakura leaf and sansho pepper. The 40%-ABV release also incorporates classic dry gin ingredients like juniper, pepper, coriander, angelica root, lemon peel and cardamom, as reported by The Spirits Business.

According to Ali Pickering, chief marketing officer at Drinksology, Tokyo Dry Gin presents tasting notes of warm citrus and spice, complemented by a smooth finish.

“These carefully chosen ingredients combine to express the diverse terroir and tastes of Japan – resulting in an elegant and delicately aromatic classic dry gin offering warm and well-balanced citrus and spice notes, and a smooth finish,” Pickering explained, per The Spirits Business.

Pickering added that Tokyo Dry Gin, housed in the brand’s iconic two-color gradient bottle, mirrors Japan’s mountains and oceans for a uniquely Japanese aesthetic. Additionally, the gin is designed to target urban dwellers aged 25–50, particularly those who travel and frequent lavish cocktail bars.

Scheduled for release in February, Ukiyo Tokyo Dry Gin will be available at select retailers across the U.K., Australia and the Netherlands for £35 (about $44). This launch complements the brand’s existing offerings, including Ukiyo Blossom, Ukiyo Yuzu and Rice Vodka.

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