Rating 94
Style
Produced In Japan
ABV 45.7%
Availability Year Round
Price $76.00 
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Review Updated 2020-12-07

Kyoto Distillery Ki No Bi Kyoto Dry Gin Review

A leading craft Japanese gin, Ki No Bi Kyoto Dry is floral, citrus-forward, and remarkably clean. While the nose is subtle, the palate is dense, with yuzu flavors leading the way, followed by fresh shiso leaves, grapefruit pith, and a lingering, spicy finish. This gin isn’t cheap, so you’ll want to savor it on special occasions and in simple cocktails that allow the gin to shine, such as a Martini or Vesper.

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Kyoto Distillery Ki No Bi Kyoto Dry Gin
A leading craft Japanese gin, Ki No Bi Kyoto Dry is floral, citrus-forward, and remarkably clean. While the nose is subtle, the palate is dense, with yuzu flavors leading the way, followed by fresh shiso leaves, grapefruit pith, and a lingering, spicy finish. This gin isn’t cheap, so you’ll want to savor it on special occasions and in simple cocktails that allow the gin to shine, such as a Martini or Vesper.

Reviewed On: 03-24-2020
94
POINTS
Kyoto Distillery Ki No Bi Kyoto Dry Gin
A leading craft Japanese gin, Ki No Bi Kyoto Dry is floral, citrus-forward, and remarkably clean. While the nose is subtle, the palate is dense, with yuzu flavors leading the way, followed by fresh shiso leaves, grapefruit pith, and a lingering, spicy finish. This gin isn’t cheap, so you’ll want to savor it on special occasions and in simple cocktails that allow the gin to shine, such as a Martini or Vesper.

Reviewed On: 03-24-2020