YASO Lavender Field Non-Alcoholic Gin
THE HERBALIST YASO brings juniper and lavender together in a 0.00% ABV botanical drink made in Joetsu, Niigata. This 500ml expression evokes a lavender field within a forest and is intended for mixing. Explore our non-alcoholic drinks and syrups and mixers.
Best-before information: The bottle pictured is marked August 19, 2026. That date has passed; the best-before date of current stock has not been verified. Please contact us to confirm the current batch before ordering.
Product Details
| Brand | THE HERBALIST YASO |
|---|---|
| Producer | Echigo Yakuso Co., Ltd. |
| Origin | Joetsu, Niigata, Japan |
| Expression | Lavender Field in the Forest |
| Style | Non-alcoholic gin-style botanical drink |
| Volume / alcohol | 500ml / 0.00% ABV |
| Ingredients | Juniper berry, lavender, lemon, fir leaves, cinnamon, thyme, cardamom; acidulant |
| Packaging | No box included |
Tasting Notes
Based on the producer's description and Yamatoya's published maker comments.
- Nose: Fresh floral and woodland aromas led by lavender and juniper.
- Palate: A clean botanical character with depth. Mixing with tonic adds sweetness, acidity and bitterness.
- Finish: No separate finish note is provided in the reviewed sources.
Botanical Aroma Through Distillation
Yamatoya's maker notes describe reduced-pressure, low-temperature distillation to capture the plants' aromas, without added flavoring. This is a botanical drink created without alcohol in its ingredients.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the alcohol content?
The producer specifies 0.00% ABV for this expression.
How should I mix it?
Yamatoya recommends one part YASO to three or four parts tonic water, stirred together. The bottle also suggests tonic or soda.
How should I store it?
The bottle instructs storage away from direct sunlight and high temperatures, with refrigeration after opening.
What if natural particles appear?
The label notes that ingredients may produce floating particles and advises shaking gently before use.
What best-before date is shown?
The photographs show August 19, 2026. Please confirm the current stock's batch and date with us before ordering; the photographs do not establish the date of every bottle in stock.
Will I need to pay import duties or taxes?
Our Shipping Policy states that international orders ship DDU. Customers pay applicable import duties, taxes and local fees, which are excluded from product and shipping prices. US and UK buyers should check their destination requirements; EU buyers should check those of their destination member state.
What is your return and refund policy?
Our Returning & Exchanging policy generally treats sales as final. For damaged or incorrect items, contact us within 7 days of signing for delivery and obtain a Return Number before returning anything. Incorrect items must remain unopened; photograph breakage safely. Approved refunds go to the original payment method after receipt and inspection.
Nose
Fresh juniper and floral lavender with the impression of a lavender field in a forest.
Palate
Bright lemon acidity, aromatic herbs and gentle woodland spice from fir, cinnamon and cardamom.
Finish
Clean, botanical and refreshing rather than spirit-hot.
The producer states an alcohol content of 0.00% ABV and says no alcohol is used as a raw material.
The published ingredient list includes juniper berry, lavender, lemon, fir leaves, cinnamon, thyme and cardamom, with an acidulant.
Mix it with chilled tonic water or soda and adjust to taste. The producer particularly recommends tonic water for a balance of sweetness, acidity and bitterness.
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International orders are shipped DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid). Import duties, taxes and local customs fees are not included in the item price or shipping charge and are the customer’s responsibility. Requirements differ between the United States, the United Kingdom, EU member states and other destinations. See our shipping policy for current details.
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Since we ship alcoholic beverages, all sales are generally final. We don't accept returns or exchanges just for a change of mind.But if things go wrong—like your bottle breaks in transit or we accidentally send you the wrong one—we've absolutely got your back! Here is how we handle it:
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