Sylvius Drijfhout Gin

Handcrafted in Schiedam, Netherlands—the historic capital of Dutch distilling—by Onder de Boompjes (established in 1658), Sylvius Gin is named in honor of Franciscus Sylvius, the 17th-century Dutch physician often credited with early formulations of genever. Distilled in small batches using traditional copper pot stills, this spirit features a blend of ten whole, fresh botanicals including fresh orange peel, lavender, star anise, cinnamon, and cumin alongside core juniper. The fresh botanical focus yields a remarkably smooth, aromatic profile that bridges classic Dutch heritage with modern dry gin complexity.

Food Pairing: Fresh Dutch herring, smoked salmon blinis, roasted pork belly, aged gouda, grilled duck breast, or lemon-herb chicken.

Tasting Notes: Crystal clear in appearance with a rich, silky, and oil-rich medium-to-full body.

Nose: Intensely aromatic and complex, opening with bold piney juniper berries and fresh orange zest, supported by fragrant lavender, subtle star anise, warm cinnamon, and an earthy hint of cumin.

Palate: Velvety, smooth, and robust on the palate, opening with juicy citrus oils and resinous pine before unfolding into warm layers of baking spice, delicate floral lavender, licorice, and grounding coriander.

Finish: Long, warming, and dry with lingering notes of zesty orange peel, subtle herbal spice, and a clean, resinous pine depth.

Serve: Serve over large ice cubes topped with premium Indian tonic water, garnished with a strip of fresh orange peel and a star anise pod or sprig of lavender, or as an exceptional, characterful base for a classic Dry Martini, Negroni, or Martinez.