Sadō Gin - Review & Tasting Notes
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About Sadō Gin
Launched in 2020, Sadō is distilled in 200-bottle batches with Hojicha roasted green tea from Japan, grown in the Okumikawa region on a single small estate that also grows tea for the Emperor of Japan. 'Sadō' is a Japanese word meaning 'The Way of Tea' and refers to the ancient Japanese tradition of tea ceremonies. |
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The Gin Guide Review
Sadō Gin is all about tea in its naming and branding, and it is pleasing to see that translated effectively in the gin itself too. The Hojicha tea from Japan is prominent but not overpowering, delivering distinctive green tea notes on the nose and palate, as well as contributing to the dryness of the finish. The tea flavours are layered with citrus, lemongrass, floral elderflower and pink pepper spice, which are well-balanced and harmonise with the tea notes for a contemporary profile. There's structure and depth without being overcomplicated, and the mouthfeel is enjoyably smooth. With tonic water the gin clouds and the elderflower, orange and lemongrass characters are elevated, with orange peel or lemon making for ideal garnish starting points. - Paul Jackson, 2020 |
Tasting Notes
NOSEJuniper, citrus, tea notes & gentle florals.
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PALATE
Juniper, lemon & orange citrus, green tea notes & elderflower.
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FINISH
Herbal with dry tea notes, orange & pink pepper spice.
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Serving Suggestion
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Meet the Maker
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Founder, Adam Lajca
"Sadō Gin was inspired also by Japanese culture of drinking tea and ceremony which is called Sadō. While visiting Japan I was lucky enough to drink Hojicha tea, which is Japanese roasted green tea. The tea piqued my interest and after returning to the UK and doing research we decided to distil gin with Hojicha tea as a one of main botanicals." |
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