This is the first time I have drunk Genever so was not sure quite what it would contribute to a cocktail. I liked the bitterness and sharpness of the cocktail and will enjoy making and drinking it again. .To assess the Genever contribution I tried some straight over ice and loved the taste, the clean bitterness was refreshing; however I need to be careful not to start thinking of dry gin as its poor cousin. I will enjoy experimenting with Genever.