Challenging Gin Conventions with Barrel Aging: Limited Bottle 'BARREL-AGED GIN Small Batch Release 003' Releases May 26
Nozawa Onsen Distillery announces the release of 'BARREL-AGED GIN Small Batch Release 003' on May 26, 2026, aged in American oak barrels previously used for bourbon and maple syrup. Available via lottery.
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- 📰 Published: May 26, 2026 at 21:00
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Nozawa Onsen Distillery Co., Ltd. announced that it will release its third barrel-aged gin, 'BARREL-AGED GIN Small Batch Release 003,' on May 26, 2026.
This product is made by aging the distillery's popular 'IWAI GIN' in special American oak barrels that previously held bourbon and maple syrup. The master distiller meticulously determined the perfect aging moment by considering temperature and humidity using their keen senses.
It features a harmonious blend of woody depth from bourbon, soft sweetness from maple, and the botanical character of the gin, offering a remarkably smooth mouthfeel despite its 55% alcohol content.
[Sales Overview]
- Product Name: BARREL-AGED GIN Small Batch Release 003
- Price: 9,350 JPY (incl. tax & shipping)
- Alcohol Content: 55%
- Lottery Period: May 26 to May 31, 2026
- Entry Page: https://nozawaonsendistillery.jp/products/barrel-aged-gin-3
This product is made by aging the distillery's popular 'IWAI GIN' in special American oak barrels that previously held bourbon and maple syrup. The master distiller meticulously determined the perfect aging moment by considering temperature and humidity using their keen senses.
It features a harmonious blend of woody depth from bourbon, soft sweetness from maple, and the botanical character of the gin, offering a remarkably smooth mouthfeel despite its 55% alcohol content.
[Sales Overview]
- Product Name: BARREL-AGED GIN Small Batch Release 003
- Price: 9,350 JPY (incl. tax & shipping)
- Alcohol Content: 55%
- Lottery Period: May 26 to May 31, 2026
- Entry Page: https://nozawaonsendistillery.jp/products/barrel-aged-gin-3
FAQ
BARREL-AGED GIN Small Batch Release 003の発売日はいつですか？
2026年5月26日（火）に発売されます。
このジンの熟成に使用された樽の特徴は何ですか？
バーボンとメープルシロップの熟成に使用された特別なアメリカンオーク樽です。
販売方法はどのようになっていますか？
生産数が限られているため、特設サイトでの抽選販売となります。
抽選のエントリー期間はいつまでですか？
2026年5月26日（火）から5月31日（日）23時59分までです。
希望小売価格はいくらですか？
9,350円（消費税・送料込）です。