Angelicus

Angelicus Gin is based on an old recipe from the Eighty Years' War (1568 – 1648) from which genever was later developed and subsequently gin. All the herbs used were known (and partly still are) for their beneficial effects on digestion. The most important herb is of course the juniper berry. The name Angelicus refers to one of the herbs used, namely angelica (Angelica archangelica). This herb gives Angelicus Gin its characteristic body and (after)taste. Despite the limited number of herbs used (less than 10), Angelicus Gin is very powerful in flavour. It is heavily laden with phytochemical compounds from the herbs used, which are often dosed up to seven times higher than in many other gins. For this reason, Angelicus Gin becomes opaque at colder temperatures.

Angelicus also refers to the well-known figure “Brother Angelicus” from Stekene who was headmaster of the boys' school in Stekene for many years. He was greatly feared by the students and was known for often having “a good drop” to drink.

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