DERGANO GIN
Artisanal Gin
Made in Italy
"Dergano Gin is an "urban" gin, created in the heart of the Dergano neighborhood of Milan, a neighborhood that still holds the charm of old Milan with a young and modern vibe"
"One martini is all right. Two are too many, and three are not enough." - James Thurber
"A perfect Martini should be made by filling a glass with gin then waving it in the general direction of Italy." - Sir Noël Coward
"The proper union of gin and vermouth is a great and sudden glory; it is one of the happiest marriages on earth, and one of the shortest-lived." - Bernard DeVoto
"The only thing that matters is that the Martini exists. And to me it matters a great deal that it exists in its driest form." - Stanley Tucci
"The best feeling in the world is the one between the second and third martini." - Al Pacino
OUR GIN VARIETIES
Explore our unique flavors
40% ABV
70 CL
12 BOTANICALS
DERGANO SILVER
Our house gin
The SILVER line is a celebration of the classic with a modern twist. Crafted from 12 meticulously selected botanicals such as bitter orange, allspice and rose hip that complement the aroma and flavor of the juniper berries. The rich, rounded taste of Dergano Gin Silver makes it an ideal drink, whether as an aperitif before dinner or as a late-night cocktail.
Dergano Gin Silver is perfect with tonic water, as a base for cocktails or neat on the rocks.
40% ABV
70 CL
12 BOTANICALS
DERGANO GOLD
Premium gin
The GOLD line is pure luxury, enriched with real gold flakes. Dergano Gin Gold has an intense flavor with a strong final taste of juniper berries, making it the perfect choice for classic gin drinks.
Dergano Gin Gold is the perfect way to add a touch of sparkle to any occasion, whether it’s a party or a romantic evening.
"Juniper Soul, Milanese Body"
Dergano Gin is built on a hierarchy of flavors designed to provide a powerful juniper punch while maintaining a sophisticated, silky finish.
The Three Pillars (The Core Distillate)
These three form the Foundational core of our gin:
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Juniper Berries: The protagonist. Provides the iconic piney, resinous, and crisp flavor.
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Angelica Root: The "Fixative." It binds the volatile aromas together and adds an earthy, musky depth.
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Coriander Seeds: The bridge. Adds a spicy, citrusy note that harmonizes the juniperto the other botanicals.
The Citrus Brightness (The Freshness)
Sourced for their aromatic oils to lift the spirit.
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Bergamot Peel: Adds an exotic, floral-citrus scent (the "Earl Grey" elegance).
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Bitter Orange & Sweet Orange: A dual-layer of citrus; one for zesty "bite" and the other for a juicy, round sweetness.
The Smoothing Spices (The Body & Softness)
Used in separate infusions to eliminate the fire of the alcohol and the harshness of the juniper.
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Rose Hip: Provides a delicate floral sweetness and a silky mouthfeel.
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Cardamom & Allspice: Warm, aromatic notes that fill the "middle" of the palate.
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Black Pepper, Cloves & Cinnamon: A warm aromatic embrace that polishes the spirit’s edge, replacing the harshness of the alcohol with a lingering, spicy glow and a seamless finish.
Distiller’s Note: "We don't hide the juniper; we dress it. The spices act as a velvet glove, smoothing out the sharp edges of the juniper to create a gin that is as exquisite neat as it is in a cocktail."
GALLERY
DISTILLERY
Where tradition meets innovation
Dergano Gin is crafted with a perfect combination of traditional and innovative distillation techniques, resulting in a unique and exquisite gin experience.
Dergano - Meaning and History
The oldest certain evidence of the existence of Dergano dates back to a will from the year 1186. However, Dergano must have existed even before, as the name is of Celtic origin. This small rural village was under the Pieve di Bruzzano , part of the Duchy of Milan. Today, with its tenement houses and lofts, it has become an epicenter of Milanese life.
The Name
The name Dergano comes from an ancient Celtic term meaning 'oak'. For this reason we chose the acorn as the symbol of our gin.
Production method
Production begins with a base of premium Italian grain alcohol infused with our three main botanicals: juniper berries, angelica root, and coriander seeds.
Next, we distill the infused alcohol, thus obtaining the base on which we build our gin. We infuse the other botanical separately; The strength and timing of each infusion varies based on the type of botanical being infused. Once the correct strength is achieved, we proceed with cold filtration and add the right amount of infusion to the base distillate for the gin. After the gin is created, it is left to rest to allow the aromas to blend perfectly and develop thus creating to flavor of our gin. All infusions are natural, meaning the actual products (mostly dried) are infused and no artificial equivalent flavors are ever used. Our gin contains no added sugars.
French 75, but Italian
INGREDIENTS
30 ml Dergano Gin Gold
15 ml Fresh lemon juice
15 ml Sugar syrup
60 ml Franciacorta
PREPARATION
Pour all ingredients, except the Franciacorta, into a shaker with ice.
Shake well and strain into a champagne flute.
Fill with Franciacorta.
Mix gently.
Garnish with a lemon twist
Hanky Panky Cocktail
INGREDIENTS
45 ml of Dergano Gin Silver
45 ml of Martini Rosso
2 drops of Fernet-Branca
Garnish: orange zest
PREPARATION
Pour the gin, sweet vermouth and Fernet-Branca into a mixing glass with ice and stir until completely chilled.
Pour into a chilled cocktail glass.
Garnish with an orange peel.
White Negroni
INGREDIENTS
60 ml Dergano Gin Silver
30 ml white vermouth
15 ml Cocchi Americano (sub Bonal or Suze if desired)
Lemon twist, for garnish
PREPARATION
Combine gin, white vermouth, and Cocchi Americano in a mixing glass filled with ice. Stir with a bar spoon until well chilled. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Add a lemon twist as garnish and serve.