Craft-distilled in-house right here in Vista, California, our Genever-Style Gin is an homage to the spirit's rich, malt-forward origins. Made entirely with 100% California-grown ingredients, it’s more than a botanical powerhouse, it’s the versatile, slightly mischievous base your home bar has been waiting for.
What exactly is a Genever-style gin? Unlike heavily piney London Dry gins, Genever (the granddaddy of modern gin) starts with a malt wine base. This gives it a richer, rounder, almost whiskey-like complexity, making it an incredible bridge for whiskey drinkers looking to branch out. We like to think of it as the perfect excuse to lean into Rule #4: “Order something you didn't plan to”.
What cocktails can I make with 117º West Genever-Style Gin? Because of its robust character, it holds its own beautifully in a wide variety of classic and modern drinks without getting lost in the mixers. We highly recommend using it to mix up a refreshing Gin Buck, a bright and classic Gimlet, a honey-sweetened Bee's Knees, or the legendary Suffering Bastard.
Where is this gin made? Every single drop is mashed, fermented, and craft-distilled in-house at our independent distillery 117º West Spirits in Vista, North County San Diego.
Here at 117º West, we believe that curiosity is how you unlock the stories, and the stories are half the flavor. Our Genever-Style Gin is exactly that: a story poured into a glass.
While our heart beats to the rhythm of True California Whiskey, our stills have a rebellious streak. We crafted this gin for the locals, the regulars, and the first-timers who wander into our speakeasy looking for something a little different. In our tasting room, introductions are optional, but curiosity is not. We wanted to bottle that exact sentiment.
With its rich, malted backbone and carefully balanced botanicals, this spirit invites you to play. It’s designed to anchor a cocktail perfectly, stepping up to the plate whether you're shaking up a vibrant Bee's Knees for a summer afternoon or stirring down a complex Suffering Bastard to cap off a long day.
At our bar, time behaves differently inside these walls. The outside world can wait while you settle into the rhythm of good spirits and better company. Grab a bottle for your home bar, mix up one of our signature recipes, and bring a little bit of that speakeasy magic into your own living room. Your glass is waiting.
Craft-distilled in-house right here in Vista, California, our Genever-Style Gin is an homage to the spirit's rich, malt-forward origins. Made entirely with 100% California-grown ingredients, it’s more than a botanical powerhouse, it’s the versatile, slightly mischievous base your home bar has been waiting for.
What exactly is a Genever-style gin? Unlike heavily piney London Dry gins, Genever (the granddaddy of modern gin) starts with a malt wine base. This gives it a richer, rounder, almost whiskey-like complexity, making it an incredible bridge for whiskey drinkers looking to branch out. We like to think of it as the perfect excuse to lean into Rule #4: “Order something you didn't plan to”.
What cocktails can I make with 117º West Genever-Style Gin? Because of its robust character, it holds its own beautifully in a wide variety of classic and modern drinks without getting lost in the mixers. We highly recommend using it to mix up a refreshing Gin Buck, a bright and classic Gimlet, a honey-sweetened Bee's Knees, or the legendary Suffering Bastard.
Where is this gin made? Every single drop is mashed, fermented, and craft-distilled in-house at our independent distillery 117º West Spirits in Vista, North County San Diego.
Here at 117º West, we believe that curiosity is how you unlock the stories, and the stories are half the flavor. Our Genever-Style Gin is exactly that: a story poured into a glass.
While our heart beats to the rhythm of True California Whiskey, our stills have a rebellious streak. We crafted this gin for the locals, the regulars, and the first-timers who wander into our speakeasy looking for something a little different. In our tasting room, introductions are optional, but curiosity is not. We wanted to bottle that exact sentiment.
With its rich, malted backbone and carefully balanced botanicals, this spirit invites you to play. It’s designed to anchor a cocktail perfectly, stepping up to the plate whether you're shaking up a vibrant Bee's Knees for a summer afternoon or stirring down a complex Suffering Bastard to cap off a long day.
At our bar, time behaves differently inside these walls. The outside world can wait while you settle into the rhythm of good spirits and better company. Grab a bottle for your home bar, mix up one of our signature recipes, and bring a little bit of that speakeasy magic into your own living room. Your glass is waiting.
