PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Awayuki is a premium Japanese strawberry-flavored gin that combines rare strawberries from Nara Prefecture with classic gin botanicals to create something fragrant, fruity, and spring-like. The strawberry flavor shines through cleanly without overwhelming the gin base; it’s smooth enough to sip and pretty great in lighter cocktails, especially those that let the berry and juniper notes interplay.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand / Producer | Awayuki Gin, by Iconic Spirits (Japan) / in partnership with farms in Nara Prefecture. |
| Country | Japan (Nara Prefecture) |
| Base Spirit | 100% grain-distilled gin. |
| Strawberries Used | Rare varieties grown in Nara: “Awayuki,” “White Pearl,” and “Kotoka” strawberries — pink, white, and red types. |
| Strawberry Sourcing | From farms licensed for these varieties; often using berries that are not perfect for aesthetic sale but excellent in flavor. Large per-batch usage (~300 lbs) to infuse flavor. |
| ABV / Proof | 44% ABV (which is 88 proof) in many listings. |
| Sense | Notes |
|---|---|
| Appearance / Color | Clear. No pink hue despite the fruit, so it looks like a classic gin until you nose it. |
| Nose / Aroma | Opens with fresh strawberry aroma (ripe, juicy), underlaid with juniper and some citrus; there’s also a light floral whisper. |
| Palate / Taste | Sweet strawberries come forward, but not candy-sweet; balanced by classic gin botanicals (juniper, earthy tones) and a citrus lift. The sweetness is gently restrained so the gin base is still clearly present. |
| Finish | Smooth and clean, with strawberry lingering moderately; some herbal / juniper / botanical notes persist. Not harsh. |
The use of rare strawberry varieties (pink, white, red) from a small region (Nara) gives it a distinctive flavor and story.
Large quantity of real fruit usage (including berries that are imperfect in appearance) means flavor is more authentic than artificial flavoring.
Balancing fruitiness with botanical / juniper backbone rather than letting the strawberry dominate wholly.
Good value relative to many premium flavored gins.
Here are some ways to enjoy Awayuki Strawberry Gin:
Neat / On large ice cube — to appreciate aroma and flavor without dilution.
Strawberry Gin & Tonic — use high-quality tonic, garnish with fresh strawberry or even a sprig of mint; keep it light to let strawberry shine.
Gin Fizz or Gin Spritz — lemon or lime juice plus soda to balance sweetness and add lift.
Cocktail idea: Bee’s Knees — gin, lemon juice, minimal honey syrup; the strawberry inflection can make it special.
Dessert pairing: berry desserts, strawberry shortcake, panna cotta with berry coulis, or anything with cream and fruit.
Bottle Size: All bottles are 750ML/700ML unless otherwise noted.
21 and Over: Adult Signature Required
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