"Founded in 1691 in Schiedam, Holland, Nolet’s is the oldest distillery in Holland still in the hands of the founding family. For 335 years the Nolet family has been perfecting the craft of distilling spirits, and passing down their expertise from one generation to the next. Let me repeat that: 335 years! Now in the hands of owner Carolus, Sr. (10th generation), it will eventually be passed down to sons Carl and Bob. At the heart of Nolet’s Silver are the botanicals: rose, peach, and raspberry, and of course juniper berries, which are a fundamental requirement for any gin. Beyond these, the rest are top secret. The aromas hit you in waves. First, it’s flower garden, then complex stone and berry fruit, before finishing with delicate juniper. The palate is full bodied, rich, and mouth coating. Flavors of peach, apricot, and blackberry are balanced deftly with dried flowers and light juniper notes. Truly a versatile gin. This works beautifully with many cocktail classics: Negroni, Tom Collins, French 75, Paloma, Gin Fizz, and two of my favorites, the Martinez and Turf Club." -Spirit Buyer, Zach Rouillard