Four Pillars Fresh Yuzu Gin is a bright, aromatic and fresh dry gin crafted with locally-grown yuzu from the Ovens Valley and inspired by Four Pillars’ adventures making gin with Japanese friends. A permanent expression born from three limited-edition yuzu gins — yuzu, finger lime, ginger, turmeric, sencha genmaicha, lemon myrtle and strong pine-needle juniper combine to deliver a gin of extraordinary citrus brightness, Japanese-inspired depth and Four Pillars’ signature craft and character. Gold Medal, Global Gin Masters 2023 & 2024. Gold Medal, San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2023.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Four Pillars Fresh Yuzu Gin presents a bright, crystal-clear appearance with excellent clarity — the hallmark of a meticulously crafted dry gin distilled with locally-grown Ovens Valley yuzu, finger limes, ginger, turmeric, sencha genmaicha and a canvas of strong pine-needle juniper. Vibrant and immediately inviting in the glass.
Aroma
Bright and immediately captivating on the nose — yuzu leads with its extraordinary aromatic complexity of lemon, mandarin, cumquat and grapefruit, with finger lime adding a piercing, vibrant citrus edge. Ginger lifts the aromatics with a fresh intensity, while sencha genmaicha adds green, light, herbal and floral notes with a very light toasty character. Lemon myrtle weaves through with a gentle lemon curd quality, and strong pine-needle juniper anchors the bouquet with a confident, medicinal depth. A nose of genuine complexity, brightness and Japanese-inspired elegance.
Palate
Fresh and layered on the palate — the yuzu’s lemon, mandarin, cumquat and grapefruit character leads with a bright, vibrant generosity, while turmeric adds a lovely weight and earthiness reminiscent of dill, carrot and fresh soil. Angelica contributes a soft texture and very subtle bitterness, dried apple adds depth and texture, and coriander delivers amazing lemony citrus notes that mingle beautifully with the finger lime and lemon myrtle. A gin of extraordinary balance, brightness and Japanese-inspired depth.
Pairs With
Outstanding in a classic Yuzu Gin & Tonic with premium tonic and a twist of yuzu or lemon — equally exceptional in a Yuzu Gimlet, a Japanese-inspired Martini or a bright citrus Collins. A natural match for Japanese cuisine, fresh sashimi, tempura, yuzu-dressed salads or a classic gin-cured salmon. The yuzu, finger lime, ginger and sencha genmaicha character make this one of the most distinctive and rewarding contemporary Australian gins available.
Critical Acclaim
🥇 Gold Medal — Global Gin Masters 2024
🥇 Gold Medal — Global Gin Masters 2023
🥇 Gold Medal — San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2023
