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The botanicals are distilled separately in flavour groups before being precisely blended together, allowing each element to retain its individual character while creating a remarkably balanced gin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is fresh and aromatic with \u003cstrong\u003eyuzu and juniper\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by subtle herbal and floral notes. The palate develops with citrus, \u003cstrong\u003egyokuro green tea, ginger and sanshō pepper\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the rice spirit contributes a smooth, clean texture. 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