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Etsu Sakura PRE SALE!

Etsu Sakura PRE SALE!

$43.99 USD
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Please note: This product will be available around April–May 2026. If your order includes this item, the entire order will ship once the product becomes available.

Inspired by the tradition of Hanami, Etsu Sakura captures the fleeting beauty of cherry blossoms, a moment when Japan is adorned in soft pink hues, and the air is filled with delicate fragrances. A symbol of renewal and harmony, this celebration invites contemplation and shared moments of appreciation.

Distilled at the Akita Distillery on the island of Honshū, Etsu Sakura reveals a floral and refined expression, where the enchanting softness of sakura intertwines with the freshness of citrus and the complexity of Japanese botanicals. Its subtle balance is enhanced by the pure water of the Ōu Mountains, bringing finesse and lightness to every sip.

A true invitation to extend the spirit of Hanami all year round, best enjoyed in a cocktail or simply with tonic.

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Botanicals

  • Sakura

    Sakura flower adds a subtle, delicate floral sweetness, perfectly balancing the zesty notes.

  • CORIANDER

    The presence of coriander seeds adds a touch of sweetness and a hint of minty freshness.

  • JUNIPER

    Juniper is the queen botanical of gin. These berries provide a tangy, peppery flavour.

  • LIQUORICE

    Liquorice root gives an aniseed and woody taste with a touch of bitterness.

  • ANGELIC

    Angelica root offers characteristic bitter notes and warmth feeling in the mouth.

  • YUZU

    The pre-dried japanese yuzu peel creates zesty and fresh notes.

  • BITTER GREEN ORANGE

    Bitter green orange peel delivers body and a citrus-based flavour profile.

Tasting notes

Appearance

Clear, transparent.

Nose

Elegant and floral, market by the softness of sakura and the freshness of yuzu, subtly elevaleted by a delicate herbal touch.

Palate

Delicate and well-balanced. The floral opening of sakura harmonizes with citrus and bitter orange peels, while licorice and coriander seeds add a subtle complexity.

Finish

Airy and refined, with a lingering floral notes and a hint of zesty freshness, leaving a solf and harmonious impression.

Cocktails

Etsu Sakura Gin & Tonic

The perfect blend of roundness and balance, the very essence of ETSU Gin.

Ingredients:

  • Etsu Sakura | 5 cl
  • Mediterranean Tonic | 10 cl
  • Lemon Zest | 1

Preparation :

  1. Pour the gin into a glass.
  2. Fill the glass with ice cubes.
  3. Add the tonic, stir and add the citrus peel.

Cocktails

Sakura Blooms

A delicate, hanami-inspired floral burst.

Ingredients:

  • 50 ml Etsu Sakura
  • 25 ml cherry blossom-infused white vermouth
  • 10 ml red shiso syrup
  • 20 ml fresh lime juice
  • 1 egg white or aquafaba
  • 2 drops rose bitters
  • Flower petals or shiso leaf

Preparation :

  1. Place all the ingredients in a shaker.
  2. Dry shake to emulsify the egg white.
  3. Add ice cubes and shake vigorously again.
  4. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
  5. Garnish with a sakura petal or shiso leaf.
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