Jopen Single Malt Whisky Whisky Single Malt Hollandais

As we approach Haarlem, just outside Amsterdam, your next dram comes from a place where sacred architecture meets rebellious creativity. Jopen Distilling Company grew out of the celebrated Jopen brewery, which helped revive Haarlem’s historic beer recipes—then took that same pioneering spirit into distillation.
Housed in a repurposed church, Jopen blends centuries of Dutch brewing heritage with modern craft. Their move into spirits was a natural progression: where there’s malt, there’s potential—not just for beer, but for gin, genever, and whisky.
Your sample, Jopen Single Malt Whisky, is a carefully crafted expression made from three malt types and aged for five years across three cask styles: new oak, bourbon, and Oloroso sherry. This layered maturation yields rich caramel, toasted oak, dark fruit, and a peppery warmth, all bottled at 46% ABV in small batches.
As Captain McFly notes, Jopen didn’t stop at being the largest independent Dutch craft brewery—they expanded into distilling with the same rebellious energy. Founder Michel Ordeman sums it up perfectly:
“We approach our spirits the way we approach our beers—we like to surprise drinkers with unexpected flavors. By working in small batches and playing with different malt selections, we create layered profiles while keeping our spirits balanced and rounded.”
In short: historic church, modern alchemy, and a distinctly Dutch single malt to enjoy as you near the end of your journey.