Filliers

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To start from the very beginning takes us back all the way to 1792 when the first master distiller was born, Karel Lodewijk Fillers. Born into his Belgium based family farm it was not until he was older that his interest grew in Genever. His passion grew so much so that his love for Genever passed on to the rest of his family, which continues to be in their line of work to this very day. Having met the current members – we can vouch for this. They are both passionate and nice, yet equally humble!

Filliers Dry Gin 28 -

On the nose there is a strong citrus aroma supported by coriander, though a juniper backbone holds strong. Fresh, sweet cardamom notes also whisper. This all comes through on the palate, with a citrus that works alongside the juniper, which is gentle and mild - touched with a slightly sweeter edge that leads to a dry finish.

It’s a relatively classic, understated gin but not because it doesn’t deliver. It’s tasty and well rounded, yet without a distinct tone that means it’s often (and wrongly) overlooked.

Filliers Dry Gin 28 - Seasonal Tangerine Edition

Bottled at 43.7% ABV, this is not an infused gin with Tangerines, rather they alter the recipe so that the fruits are distilled in with the other botanicals. The tangerines are evident on the nose, with their distinct citrus acidity upfront. There's the familiar sweetness that it shares with their classic offering too, alongside an earthiness that grounds the aroma. To taste, the citrus recedes fast, allowing the juniper, cardamom and other botanicals to bloom and transform the gin into a multilayered proposition. This is not a one trick pony - it's actually well rounded gin with a big tangerine element.

Filliers Dry Gin 28 - Pine Blossom

As the name might suggest, Pine Blossom is the key element here. For those who haven't come across them - we've always found pine blossom to be similar to Pine kernels but with a floral streak. Bottled at 42.6%, the botanical adds to juniper's verdant nature and enhances the herbal element in the overall flavour profile. To taste, there is something almost nutty and savoury which combines with the cardamom, juniper and underlying sweetness, which we feel calls out for a rosemary sprig as a garnish in a G&T.

Read Gin Foundry's full review here: Filliers Dry Gin 28