Filliers is a name that carries weight in the genever and gin world — a Belgian house with deep roots in grain distillation. Their Dry Gin 28 range has always been about pushing boundaries, and the Pine Tree Blossom expression is a quiet statement of intent. This is a flavoured gin that leans into a single, unusual botanical with real confidence.
A Botanical Worth Knowing
Pine tree blossom is not something you encounter often in gin. It sits in a fascinating space between resinous evergreen character and delicate floral sweetness — think the difference between a Christmas tree and the soft pollen of a spring pine forest. At 42.6% ABV, this sits at a sturdy strength that should give the botanical room to express itself without the alcohol bulldozing the subtlety. Filliers clearly understand that flavoured gins work best when the featured ingredient feels integrated rather than bolted on.
Style and Approach
What I appreciate here is the restraint. At €35.95, you are paying for something genuinely different rather than another citrus-forward crowd-pleaser. The pine tree blossom concept signals a gin that bridges the gap between woodland and garden — earthy, aromatic, and quietly complex. It is the kind of bottle that rewards curiosity. That said, the very specific botanical focus does narrow its versatility. This is not your everyday G&T gin, and some drinkers may find the profile too niche for regular rotation.
I would rate this 7.2 out of 10. It is well-made and genuinely interesting, but its appeal will depend on how adventurous your palate is.
Best Served
Try it in a highball with chilled tonic, a sprig of fresh rosemary, and a thin slice of yuzu. The citrus lifts the resinous notes beautifully, while the rosemary echoes the pine character without doubling down too hard. If you are feeling bold, swap the tonic for cold-brewed hojicha tea topped with soda — the roasted notes play wonderfully against pine blossom.
