HJ Notaris 3 Year Old Genever
HJ Notaris 3 Year Old Genever is the Dutch original — 750mL at 40% ABV, a 100% malt-spirit distillate aged a minimum of three years in oak, distilled by Herman Jansen in Schiedam, Netherlands, and you can order it online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 40% (80 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Age: Minimum 3 years in oak — carries the Schiedam seal
- Mash: 100% malt spirit (malted barley, corn, rye)
- Origin: Schiedam, Netherlands — Herman Jansen, family distillers since 1777
- Awards: SFWSC 2021 Double Gold, Best Genever; Beverage Testing Institute 94 points
Three Years in Oak: Genever, the Original Whiskey
Before London dry gin, there was genever — the malt-based Dutch spirit that gin grew out of. HJ Notaris is made the old way: a grain distillate built on malted barley, corn, and rye, then rested three full years in oak until it drinks with a round, whiskey-like warmth. Herman Jansen has been distilling in Schiedam since 1777, and this bottle carries the town's seal as a mark of authentic genever. Compare it with the other styles in the gin collection, or browse everything from HJ Notaris.
Tasting Notes
Malty and rounded on the nose with juniper in the background, then oak, vanilla, and a cereal sweetness on the palate. The finish is soft and warming — closer to a young whiskey than to a London dry.
How to Enjoy
Sip it neat at room temperature the Dutch way, or over one large cube. It also makes a historically minded Old Fashioned or a rich Tom Collins. Pair with aged cheese or charcuterie.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is genever?
Genever is the traditional Dutch spirit gin descends from — a malt-spirit distillate (like whiskey) flavored with juniper and botanicals, often aged in oak.
How long is HJ Notaris aged?
A minimum of three years in oak, certified with the Schiedam seal.
What is the ABV of HJ Notaris 3 Year Old Genever?
40% ABV (80 proof) in a 750mL bottle.
Is genever the same as gin?
No — gin is typically a neutral-spirit product; genever starts from a malt-based distillate and drinks richer and maltier.
For a taste of the spirit that started it all, buy HJ Notaris 3 Year Old Genever online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.