Yu Gin Yuzu & Black Lemon 700ml

Yu Gin Yuzu & Black Lemon is a striking premium French gin that builds on the bright, citrus-led style of the original Yu Gin and pushes it into darker, more savoury territory. Distilled in France and inspired by a meeting of Japanese and wider eastern flavour influences, it combines yuzu freshness with the deeper, tangier character of black lemon for something that feels both lifted and brooding at once. It also comes in Yu’s distinctive textured bottle, inspired by the patterns of a Zen garden, which gives it a show-stopping presence and makes it feel every bit as considered as the liquid inside.

This refined expression keeps juniper at its core, then layers in black lemon alongside their signature yuzu citrus, and botanicals such as ginger, coriander, caraway and cardamom for extra depth and spice. The result is fresh and zesty up front, then richer and more complex through the palate, with lively acidity, subtle smokiness and a long, refreshing finish. It is a very smart pick for anyone who likes citrus-forward gin but wants something with a little more intrigue and edge than the usual bright-and-breezy style.