Komasa Sakurajima Komikan Japanese Craft Gin – 90 Proof (45% ABV) | 720ml

Bright, citrus-driven, and distinctly Japanese, Komasa Sakurajima Komikan Gin is a craft gin from Kagoshima, Japan, built around the region's celebrated Sakurajima Komikan, one of the world's smallest mandarins. This expressive gin combines the vibrant character of local citrus with traditional gin botanicals, creating a beautifully balanced spirit with fresh citrus aromas, gentle herbal complexity, and a clean, refreshing finish.

Key Details

Spirit Type: Japanese Craft Gin
Primary Botanical: Sakurajima Komikan
Origin: Kagoshima, Japan
Producer: Komasa Jyozo
Alcohol Content: 45% ABV (90 Proof)
Bottle Size: 720ml
Production Style: Small Batch • Craft Distilled • Japanese Botanicals
Style: Citrus-Forward • Bright • Fresh • Aromatic • Smooth

Process & Production

Komasa Sakurajima Komikan Gin is crafted by Komasa Jyozo, a historic producer based in Kagoshima. The gin highlights the distinctive Sakurajima Komikan, a small mandarin grown on the volcanic island of Sakurajima.

The fruit's peel and juice contribute vibrant citrus aromas and a natural sweetness, while carefully selected botanicals provide the structure and complexity expected from a premium craft gin. The result is a spirit that combines traditional gin craftsmanship with ingredients deeply connected to Kagoshima.

Appearance

Crystal clear and brilliant with a clean, polished appearance.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Bright and fragrant with fresh mandarin peel, citrus oils, delicate floral notes, and subtle herbal botanicals.

Palate: Fresh and lively with juicy Japanese citrus, sweet mandarin, gentle juniper, herbs, and subtle spice.

Finish: Clean and refreshing with lingering citrus zest, light herbal notes, and a gentle juniper character.

What Makes It Special

The defining ingredient is Sakurajima Komikan, a tiny mandarin native to the volcanic island of Sakurajima. Its intense fragrance and concentrated citrus character make it particularly well suited to gin production.

Komasa uses this distinctive local fruit to give the gin a profile that feels unmistakably Japanese while retaining the recognizable botanical foundation of traditional gin.

How to Enjoy

Enjoy neat or over ice to appreciate the vibrant citrus character. It is particularly well suited to simple cocktails that allow the Sakurajima Komikan to shine.

Try it with tonic water and a twist of fresh citrus, or use it in a Gin & Tonic, Martini, Gimlet, or Gin Rickey.

Pair with sushi, sashimi, seafood, citrus-marinated dishes, light salads, grilled fish, fresh fruit, or delicate Japanese cuisine.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of gin is Komasa Sakurajima Komikan?
It is a Japanese craft gin featuring Sakurajima Komikan, a distinctive local mandarin from Kagoshima.

What is the alcohol content?
45% ABV (90 Proof).

What is the bottle size?
720ml.

Where is it produced?
Kagoshima, Japan.

What is Sakurajima Komikan?
Sakurajima Komikan is a small Japanese mandarin associated with the volcanic island of Sakurajima in Kagoshima. It is known for its intense citrus aroma and concentrated flavor.

What does the gin taste like?
It is bright and citrus-forward, with fresh mandarin, citrus peel, juniper, herbs, and a clean refreshing finish.

Brand Story

Komasa Jyozo is a Kagoshima-based producer with a long history of crafting traditional Japanese spirits. The company brings its local knowledge and regional ingredients into contemporary spirits such as its Komasa Gin series.

The Sakurajima Komikan Gin celebrates Kagoshima's unique agricultural character by placing one of the region's most distinctive citrus fruits at the heart of a modern Japanese craft gin.