Character
The Story of Gin
Gin brings a crisp, pine‑sharp character to fragrance, echoing the juniper‑laden spirit that has traveled from Dutch distilleries to modern perfume labs.
Heritage
Gin emerged in the early 1600s in the Dutch Republic, where physicians blended juniper berries with malt wine to produce genever, a medicinal tonic believed to aid digestion. British soldiers encountered the spirit during the Thirty Years' War and brought it home, where it evolved into London dry gin by the mid‑18th century. The spirit's popularity surged during the Gin Craze, shaping social life in England. By the 19th century, gin’s botanical profile attracted the attention of early perfumers, who recognized its crisp, resinous qualities as a fresh counterpoint to heavy floral bases. Today, gin-inspired accords appear in niche fragrances, linking a historic spirit with contemporary scent design.
At a Glance
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Netherlands
Primary source region
Ingredient Details
Steam distillation
Juniper berries, coriander seed, angelica root, citrus peel
Did You Know
"The original Dutch genever used a blend of malt wine and juniper, creating a flavor profile that early perfumers later captured as a bright, resinous note in aromatic compositions."
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