{"title":"Kyoto Distillery","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"kyoto-distillery-ki-no-tou-old-tom-gin-japanese-barrel-aged-1","title":"Kyoto Distillery Ki No Tou Old Tom Gin Japanese Barrel-Aged","description":"Kyoto Distillery Ki No Tou Old Tom Gin represents a masterful fusion of traditional English gin styles and Japanese distilling artistry, featuring the refined base of Ki No Bi gin aged in Kyoto whisky barrels. This 700mL expression showcases Japanese botanicals including yuzu citrus, gyokuro green tea, and sanshō pepper, creating an elegantly balanced spirit with natural sweetness and barrel-influenced complexity at 45.7% ABV.\n\nFounded in 2016, Kyoto Distillery stands as Japan's first dedicated gin distillery, pioneering the integration of traditional Japanese ingredients with time-honored distillation techniques. Their commitment to local botanicals and artisanal craftsmanship has positioned them at the forefront of the global craft gin renaissance. Collectors seeking exceptional Japanese spirits will find Ki No Tou at sipwhiskey.com, where rare expressions meet discerning palates.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright yuzu zest, delicate juniper, toasted oak, dried green tea leaves, subtle vanilla from barrel aging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silky texture with honeyed sweetness, bamboo leaf earthiness, white pepper tingle from sanshō, gentle spice, rounded juniper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium length with lingering shiso herb, warm oak tannins, crystallized ginger, whisper of smoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOld Tom Gin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45.7% (91.4 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e700mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKyoto Distillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKyoto, Japan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBase Spirit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKi No Bi Gin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKyoto Whisky Barrels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKey Botanicals\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYuzu, Gyokuro Tea, Sanshō Pepper, Bamboo, Shiso, Juniper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Whisky Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bridge between gin and whisky appreciation with barrel-aged complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft Cocktail Enthusiasts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elevated Martinez, Ramos Gin Fizz, or neat contemplative sipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExecutive Gifting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distinctive Japanese craftsmanship in elegant presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrivate Tastings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Showcase the evolution of global gin styles and Japanese botanical artistry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Ki No Tou different from regular London Dry gin?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKi No Tou is an Old Tom style gin, meaning it has natural sweetness and fuller body compared to London Dry gins. The barrel aging in Kyoto whisky casks adds vanilla, oak, and spice notes while Japanese botanicals like yuzu and gyokuro tea create a distinctly Eastern flavor profile that's both familiar and exotic to Western palates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I serve Ki No Tou Old Tom Gin?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKi No Tou excels when served neat at room temperature to appreciate its barrel influence and botanical complexity. For cocktails, it shines in classic Old Tom preparations like the Martinez or Tom Collins, where its natural sweetness balances citrus and vermouth beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does sanshō pepper taste like in gin?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSanshō pepper provides a unique tingling sensation and citrusy, floral notes rather than heat. This Japanese pepper creates a mouth-watering effect that enhances other botanicals while adding an authentic Japanese character that distinguishes Ki No Tou from European gins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Ki No Tou suitable for gin and tonic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Ki No Tou can make an exceptional G\u0026amp;T, its complexity and price point make it better suited for sipping neat or in spirit-forward cocktails where its barrel aging and unique botanicals can shine. Reserve premium Japanese tonic water if mixing, and garnish with fresh shiso or yuzu peel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Ki No Tou compare to other Japanese gins?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKi No Tou stands apart through its Old Tom style and barrel aging, offering more sweetness and wood influence than most Japanese gins. While Nikka Coffey Gin emphasizes citrus and Roku showcases seasonal botanicals, Ki No Tou bridges gin and whisky territories with its rich, contemplative character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kyoto Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62599651066227,"sku":"Kyoto-Dis","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0069\/8141\/9069\/files\/KyotoDistilleryKiNoTouOldTomGin.webp?v=1772841918"}],"url":"https:\/\/sipwhiskey.com\/collections\/kyoto-distillery.oembed","provider":"Sip Whiskey","version":"1.0","type":"link"}