Back in 2008, the variety of gins available in Germany was limited and the market was dominated by large corporations. In a back yard in downtown Munich two uncompromising individuals were determined to change this forever. This is was the beginning of THE DUKE Distillery.

It seems surprising today, given the gin craze in which the spirit has reclaimed its place amongst spirit-based drinks, that gin was then hardly on the map in Germany a few years back.

In the meantime, quite a few bottles of THE DUKE gin have been enjoyed by people rediscovering the drink, and often in the increasing number of classic cocktail bars which have also experienced a renaissance over the past decade.

Next to the famous Gin & Tonic, classics from the 50s such as the Martini, Negroni, and Gimlet, have also celebrated their reawakening. We, THE DUKE Gin are happy to have been part of initiating this development as pioneers of German gin. We would also like to take this time to thank all our loyal customers who have made this possible for us. And on that note – Gin Gin!