Georg Franck's Orginale Boonekamp Bitter 70 cl 35%

The name Boonekamp traces back to a Dutch pharmacist whose stomach bitter became so widespread it turned into the name for an entire bitter style. This version holds firm to the heavy, herb-driven craft of that tradition.

Expert's description

Georg Franck's Original Boonekamp Bitter is a bitter liqueur at 35% ABV, bottled at 70 cl.

The Boonekamp name goes back to a Dutch pharmacist from Leidschendam, whose stomach bitter is said to have first been formulated around 1780 and later developed further in Antwerp in the early 1800s. Over time, "Boonekamp" became a shared European term for a powerful, herb-based stomach bitter rather than a single brand name, much like "Bitter" itself became a category. This version, Georg Franck's Original, is brewed on 10 different herbs and carries a distinct bite that makes it a classic digestif after a hearty meal.

Tasting notes

Nose

Bold, dark herbs with a hint of root and bark.

Taste

Full-bodied and biting, with a clear herbal character that holds firm across the palate.

Finish

Long and bitter, dry at the close.

Specifications

Name: Georg Franck's Original Boonekamp Bitter
Country/Region: Denmark
Type: Bitter Liqueur
ABV: 35%
Size: 70 cl
EAN no.: 5727514920017
Serving suggestion: Enjoy after a meal, as a classic digestif

Flavour profile

Herbs · Root · Bite · Body

Did you know?

Boonekamp was not originally a specific brand but the name of an entire bitter style, named after the Dutch pharmacist who first formulated it.

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Frequently asked questions about Georg Franck's Original Boonekamp Bitter

What is a Boonekamp Bitter?

A powerful, herb-based stomach bitter named after a Dutch pharmacist whose recipe became an entire bitter style.

How is it best enjoyed?

After a meal, as a classic digestif.

Where does the name Boonekamp come from?

From a Dutch pharmacist in Leidschendam, whose stomach bitter from around 1780 was later developed further and spread across Europe.

How many herbs are in the recipe?

10 different herbs give the bitter its distinct bite and body.

Is Boonekamp the same as Jagermeister?

No, but they belong to the same category of powerful, herb-based stomach bitters.

Does it make a good gift?

Yes, its classic style makes it a natural gift for bitter enthusiasts.