At Still 33, the spirits are handcrafted at the distillery in Kyalami, Johannesburg.
During the Prohibition era, the production, sale and transport of spirits was prohibited. This gave rise to the moonshine industry. During this time, people passively fought against the great social experiment that suppressed their freedom to celebrate with alcohol. The year 1933 marked the end of prohibition. For us, '33 represents the spirit of challenge to the establishment in the liquor industry.
JENNY
The Curtiss Aeroplane company manufactured the designated JN-4, but the common nickname was “Jenny” with an open-topped four appearing as a Y.
The Jenny was the most prevalent bootlegger’s plane due to Army surplus sold off to civilian pilots after World War I. It was difficult for authorities to catch bootleggers in the air between towns.
Botanicals
The main botanicals of Juniper berries (carefully selected from Italy, the Balkans & Bulgaria), Macadamia nuts, Almonds, Grapefruit (all from the Lowveld), Coriander and Pepper are prominent and easily identifiable.
Colour
Jenny is a dry gin, perfectly clear as it comes out the still.
Aroma
It begins with a sweet citrus burst, followed by the spicy coriander and pepper. Juniper notes are accentuated as the alcohol continues to evaporate. Almond and Macadamia are only a back note on the aroma, but more prominent on the palate.
Palate
Citrus is immediately identifiable. Spicy coriander and pepper compliment the juniper flavours. Essential oils from the Macadamia nuts allow for superior extraction of flavours from the other botanicals during distillation. This leaves a smooth mouth feel and an unexpected contrast of flavours in a dry gin.
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