Komasa Sakurajima Komikan Japanese Craft Gin

Kagoshima’s tiny Sakurajima komikan gives this Japanese craft gin its distinctive personality.
Komasa builds the spirit around fragrant local citrus, juniper, and a rice-shochu base, creating a style that feels bright, delicate, and distinctly regional.
The komikan brings concentrated mandarin character despite its petite size, while coriander adds a subtle savory spice beneath the fruit.
It’s an expressive gin with enough botanical detail for cocktails and enough finesse to enjoy over ice.

Nose: Mandarin peel jumps from the glass. Violet and soft grain notes sit underneath, with juniper providing a clean evergreen lift rather than dominating the citrus.

Palate: Fresh citrus takes center stage. Juicy komikan flavors mingle with gentle juniper, coriander spice, and a subtle pastry-like sweetness that rounds the mid-palate.

Finish: Citrus zest lingers with quiet persistence.Tangerine gradually gives way to light spice and a delicate bitterness, leaving the finish crisp rather than sugary.

Fresh seafood makes a natural companion.
Pour it alongside sushi, sashimi, grilled fish, shrimp, citrus-dressed salads, or delicate Japanese dishes where its bright aromatics can stay in focus.
For a simple serve, the producer recommends soda water, while cucumber offers an intriguing garnish for a gin and tonic.