As for gluten, many brands and experts will argue that the distillation process removes gluten from the grain. However, people with celiac disease are probably better off not taking the risk as there have been reports that it causes adverse reactions.

Whatever the type of jenever, the process will consist of at least two distillates. The first one is a triple-distillation similar to whisky. The chosen ingredients is the deciding factor of what type of jenever is being made. For instance, a predominantly malt grain distillate will result in Oude Jenever. Also berries and fruits can be added during the distilling process. Some became a hit and are now a brand of themselves. Examples are Bessenjenever (Sloe Gin), distilled from raspberries. Bessenjenever has sugar added and is very sweet, with less alcohol. Citroen (‘lemon) jenever, (also named ‘ Citroentje‘, ‘a small lemon’) has lemon added. 5. Dutch ginis not very sexy Welch A, Caramanica K, Maslow C, et al. Frequent binge drinking five to six years after exposure to 9/11: Findings from the World Trade Center Health Registry. Drug Alcohol Depend. 2014;140:1-7. doi:10.1016/j.drugalcdep.2014.04.013The nose has juniper, lemon, and a lovely Bombay-Sapphireesqeue note of exotic coriander. The nose is well-rounded with a lovely citrusy undertone. Quite nicely balanced and quite classic. The palate of Zuidam Dutch Courage citrusy at first, but with a rich spicy character, with notes of violet, anise, and pine-note accentuated juniper. Hints of walnut and nutmeg in the late palate, leading into the finish. Moderate in length with a dry clean finish, this is easy drinking, well-balanced classic gin. How jenever is made depends largely upon the intended type as those described above. Overall, however, the manufacturing process isn’t altogether different than gin save from a few techniques that are reminiscent of whisky. Duijst said: “With this acquisition, we aim to transform Hermit Gin into a global brand rather than just a local Dutch gin. But from the old storehouses to the giant windmills that spear the skyline, it’s jenever that made this town and it's this traditional Dutch tipple that is continuing to shape its future. The history of Dutch gin Dutch gin is a spirit made from juniper berries and other botanicals, such as coriander, cardamom, angelica root, cinnamon, ginger, licorice root, lemon peel, and orange peel. These ingredients are steeped in alcohol before being distilled into clear liquid form. The result is a strong-tasting spirit with notes of juniper berries and other spices.

Of all the gins out there, none hit the sweet spot between classic gin flavour and moreish complexity quite like No. 3. If you have room for just one gin on your shelf, we’d make it this one. The maltwine is then re-distilled in the “Distilleerderij” (Distillery) in combination with Juniper berries and other botanicals into Genever. Dutch gin's character is inherently linked to its terroir – the grains, water, and even the air of the Low Countries contribute to its unique taste. As such, jenever is not merely a spirit but an expression of Dutch culture and ingenuity. Historically, jenever was believed to have medicinal properties and was prescribed by doctors for a variety of ailments. This medicinal link is credited with helping to spread its popularity across Europe, particularly as a soldier's comfort during times of war, leading to the term "Dutch Courage."

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Nowadays, jenever is served from the freezer like vodka. However, jonge jenever used to be drunk at room temperature with sugar and a spoon similar to absinthe. The names Genièvre and Genièvre de Jura are also protected geographical indications of Switzerland (recognised in the EU). There are four different types of gin: London dry gin, old Tom, Plymouth and navy strength gin. Is gin gluten-free?