BOUTEFEU Dutch Gin from North of France by Page 24 Brewery

Description

Boutefeu Genièvre des Hauts-de-France: grain spirit rooted in regional heritage

Boutefeu Genièvre is a traditional French grain spirit made by T.O.S Distillerie in the Pas-de-Calais department of northern France. The 70 cl bottle is presented at 43% ABV. Its production draws on the regional tradition of genever, a spirit in which grains provide the base and juniper berries contribute a distinctive aromatic character.

The process begins with a mash made from malted barley and rye. Following fermentation, the liquid is distilled once, then distilled a second time with juniper berries. According to the producer, fermentation for its genevers lasts at least seven days. This sequence brings together the cereal base and the botanical character of juniper, giving the spirit its place within the traditional genever category.

Boutefeu’s name is closely linked to the industrial history of northern France. In mining terminology, a boutefeu was a worker responsible for handling explosives underground. The name pays tribute to the mining communities that helped shape the region’s identity and gives the spirit a clear local connection.

This genever can be served as an aperitif or digestif. It offers a way to explore a regional French spirit beyond the more familiar categories of fruit brandies, whisky or gin. Its character is rooted in grain distillation and juniper, while its name recalls the working history of the Pas-de-Calais. The 70 cl format makes it a suitable addition to a collection focused on French spirits and regional specialities.