Japanese-Inspired Sakura Collaborations with Roku Gin This Spring’22!
Do you know what represents Spring in Japan? Sakura or cherry blossoms! Many tourists and locals would gather under the sakura trees for cherry blossom viewing, also known as “ohanami”, and it is the most popular activity to do!
Hence, to celebrate the season of Spring, Suntory ROKU GIN, a Japanese gin craft, has collaborated with the following bakery and restaurants to create Japanese-Inspired Sakura treats and drinks! Read on to find out more.
Fanntasy Bakes- Online pastry shop
GudSht- Japanese fusion restaurant
VUE at OUE Bayfront- Restaurant that specialises in binchotan grilled meat and seafood
1. Gin and Raspberry Tart Pairing From Fanntasy Bakes
Suntory ROKU GIN has collaborated with Fanntasy Bakes, an online pastry shop, started by the veteran actress, Fann Wong, this Mother's Day! They have launched a new pastry, Raspberry Sakura Yoghurt Tart ($58), and you may purchase it with Roku gin + 4x coasters at only $78!
Source: Fanntasy Bakes
This light and delicate tart is made with creamy Greek yoghurt layered with almond sponge and tangy raspberry marmalade, set upon a buttery almond sable base. It is also topped with sakura glaze and rose petals for a hint of floral notes.
Source: Fanntasy Bakes
Isn't this a perfect dessert to enjoy with your mom at home paired with a glass of Roku gin!
Don't forget to check out their always-sold-out signatures like Valrhona Chocolate, Musang King Gula Melaka Tart, and Saitama Yuzu Dream too! Visit their website to order now.
Source: Fanntasy Bakes
2. Roku Gin High Tea Spring Experience For 2 At GudSht!
Suntory ROKU GIN is having a collaboration with GudSht to give you a wonderful Japanese-inspired Roku Gin High Tea Spring experience for you and your loved one!
Source: GudSht
Indulge in these sweet and savoury High Tea treats by Luxe Catering SG:
Seafood Eclair Garden
Smoked Norwegian Salmon Bliniset Dill Creme
Smoked Duck Breast & Wild Mushroom Quiche
Petit Truffle Pasta Mini Boat with Wild Mushroom and Rose Petals
Rose Macaron with Dried Rose Petals and Gold Dust
Yuzu Lemon Tart with Fresh Grapefruit
Zesty Lemon Meringue Tart
Source: GudSht
It also comes with 2 Roku Spring Fizz Cocktails (created with Roku Gin, Cherry Blossom Syrup, Lemongrass Syrup, Lemon Juice, Peach Bitters, and Rhubarb Tonic) and a pot of Roku Spring Garden (created with Roku Gin, Chrysanthemum & Wolfberry Tea, Lemon Juice, Honey and Fresh Fruits Garnish) for a good dose of booze!
What’s more! You can bring home a set of FREE door gifts that includes Unicorn Barf Cocktail, Roku Gin Glassware, Furoshiki Cloth, and Roku Gin Wooden Coaster.
Source: GudSht
Invite your loved one now and purchase this 2-pax experience at $109 (U.P. $189) here.
Do note that this Japanese-inspired Roku Gin High Tea Spring experience is held at 2 different locations depending on the date that you have chosen.
30 April 2022 and 7 May 2022 sessions
Location: GudSht @ The Refinery, 115 King George’s Ave, #01-02, Singapore 208561
Time: 4pm to 6pm
1 May 2022 and 8 May 2022 sessions
Location: GudSht @ Cineleisure, 8 Grange Road, #01-04, Cathay Cineleisure Orchard, Singapore 239695
Time: 4pm to 6pm
3. Exclusive Cocktails That Showcase Spring With Roku Gin’s Floral Notes @ VUE at OUE Bayfront:
This month, Suntory ROKU GIN has launched a campaign of specialty cocktails where they have been collaborating with nine top bars and bartenders around town! VUE at OUE Bayfront is one of them and they have curated exclusive cocktails that showcase Spring with Roku Gin’s floral notes.
Source: VUE at OUE Bayfront
These exquisite cocktails inspired by the visuals of fading snow and Nature’s rebirth are made with Roku Gin and other fresh and flavourful ingredients harvested during the peak of its season like Sakura Leaves, Flowers, Sencha, Gyokuro Tea, Sansho Pepper, and Yuzu.
The exclusive Spring cocktails include:
The Pleasant Stroll mixed with Aperol, Umeshu, and Homemade Nutmeg Lime Cordial
Garden of Eden mixed with St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Lemon Juice, Orange Juice, Egg White, and Simple Syrup)
Lake of Osaka mixed with Butterfly Pea infused Lillet Blanc, Homemade Thyme Honey Syrup, Peach Puree, Peach Liqueur, and Yuzu Juice
Source: VUE at OUE Bayfront
Try these spring-themed cocktails now while it is still on the menu!
VUE at OUE Bayfront
Location: OUE Bay Front, 50 Collyer Quay, Level 19, Singapore 049321
Dining Hours
Weekday Lunch: Mondays to Fridays, 12pm to 2pm
Dinner: Mondays to Saturdays, 5.30pm to 10.30pm
Sunset Dinner Promotion: 5.30pm-7.30pm
Al Fresco Charcuterie & Spritz Bar: Mondays to Saturdays, 5pm to 12am
Tel: +65 8879 0923
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