- Bols has been making genever in Holland since 1664. ... Many of the cocktails that are currently made with gin were originally made with genever.
- However, asking Genever producers about their product, they often say it's more of a cross between Whiskey and Gin. So, what is it exactly?
- Oude genever is “old,” referring to its more traditional method of production. It has a minimum of 15% malt wine, which gives it a more robust flavor profile.
- Jonge genever came about in part in response to changing preference, but also as a factor of column-distillation, and the affordability of making neutral spirit.
- About Genever. Genever (also known as Hollands Gin [by the English], genievre or jenever), is the precursor to gin and the spirit from which gin evolved.
- Now that we know the basics of Genever – also known as Jenever, Genevieve, Geneva, Holland gin, and Dutch gin – we can examine its history.
- Our award-winning genever, made according to the original 1820 Bols Genever recipe. Its smooth malty palate features subtle apricot notes and hints of juniper.
- Genever is botanical and grain-laden. It’s made from malted grains – typically rye. The grains are responsible for the intensely spicy and peppery taste.
- Genever is a traditional Dutch liqueur, often considered the predecessor of gin. Its history dates back to the 16th century when Dutch distillers began blending..
- Though the two spirits share historic roots and genever is often presented as an archaic sub category of gin, genever really does stand on its own.