Gin originated in the Netherlands in the late 16th century. Its popularity first grew among physicians and alchemists who believed juniper berries had medicinal properties. The first commercial gin distillery was established around 1597. This "jenever" or juniper-flavored spirit quickly gained popularity across Europe. In England, Dutch traders introduced genever which the English soo... https://timessquarereporter.com/business/the-colorful-history-and-evolution-of-gin