Best Northern Dutch Beverage Producers
Boomsma Distillery, founded in 1883 by Dirk Boomsma in Leeuwarden, Netherlands, began as a supplier of groceries and distilled beverages to local shops and pubs. Over time, it has evolved into an independent, family-owned distillery, now managed by the fifth generation of the Boomsma family.
The distillery is renowned for its traditional Dutch spirits, including genevers, Beerenburger, and liqueurs, all produced according to age-old recipes. Their portfolio also features international spirits such as Glen Talloch Whisky, Esbjaerg Vodka, and Old Captain Rum.
AWARDS
European Spirits Challenge - Silver
2024
European Spirits Challenge - Gold
2023
World Gin Awards - Country Winner
2021
BEST Boomsma Distillery Spirits
Best Northern Dutch Beverages
Stirling London Dry Gin is an aromatic spirit with a pronounced juniper and citrus profile. It is recommended to serve with fresh cucumber slices and/or fresh herbs and peppers to enhance its flavors. This gin is produced in the Netherlands by Stirling, a company that continues to uphold traditional distillation methods while embracing new ambitions.
The gin is bottled at 40% alcohol by volume and comes in a 700ml bottle.
AWARDS
European Spirits Challenge - Gold
2023
Boomsma Dry Gin is a premium Dutch gin meticulously crafted by Boomsma Distillery, a family-owned establishment with a rich heritage dating back to 1883. This gin is produced under the personal supervision of the distillers, ensuring exceptional quality and adherence to traditional methods.
The gin presents a rich, spicy flavor profile complemented by citrus notes. The finish is characterized by a mild sweetness with warm undertones of gentian and licorice, offering a harmonious and balanced tasting experience.
AWARDS
World Gin Awards - Country Winner
2021
Old Captain Black Rum is a traditional dark rum crafted from a balanced combination of various Caribbean rums. It is aged in oak barrels, which imparts a rich, full-bodied flavor profile. The rum exhibits a dark amber hue and offers an intense aroma with pleasant hints of spices, dominated by vanilla tones, a spicy hint of cloves, and a gentle aroma of cinnamon.
Bottled at 40% alcohol by volume, Old Captain Black Rum can be enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or as a versatile base for cocktails, allowing its rich flavor to shine through in various preparations.
AWARDS
European Spirits Challenge - Silver
2024
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