Barrel-Aged Genever

Malt-wine-based Dutch/Belgian genever aged in oak (typically French Limousin or American oak) for 12+ months, layering vanilla, oak spice, and dried-fruit notes over the malty grain base. Distinct from unaged genever (cleaner malt) and from barrel-aged gin (juniper-dominant). Used in aged-spirit reinterpretations of Holland House, Improved Holland Gin Cocktail, and as a substitute for lightly-aged whisky in stirred drinks; typically 38-45% ABV.