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Raisins in brandy
Boerenjongens are raisins steeped in brandy. They have been on Dutch tables for generations at holidays and birthdays: a spoonful from the jar, with the liquid. In pancake houses you find them as a topping, and in cities such as Groningen and Enschede even as ice cream.
The counterpart is called boerenmeisjes. They contain apricots instead of raisins. Otherwise the idea is the same.
According to the producer, Eliterna makes its boerenjongens from sun-dried raisins in a house-spiced brandy, with cinnamon and clove.
The jar we have in stock
Eliterna Boerenjongens
Raisins in brandy, 12 per cent, 50 centilitres. According to the producer, sun-dried raisins in a house-spiced brandy with cinnamon and clove.
€ 9,49
What they are used for
Fruit in brandy is mostly eaten with dessert, over ice cream or with pancakes. In the Betuwe, according to the supplier, it is also used in savoury dishes, for example in a stew. It does contain alcohol: twelve per cent.
From the Betuwe fruit-processing trade
- The brand in brief
- Ressen-BemmelThe town in the Betuwe.
- FruitWhere the company came from.
- 12%The strength of this jar.
- 50 clThe contents.
Eliterna comes from Ressen-Bemmel in the Betuwe, a region known for its fruit. The brand was created when one of the fruit processors there went a step further and focused on fruit wine and fruit in brandy.
Besides boerenjongens, Eliterna also makes boerenmeisjes. Distribution in the Benelux is handled by LMBenelux, which has offices in Capelle aan den IJssel and Gent.
Sun-dried raisins in a house-spiced brandy.
What the label says
Country of origin: Netherlands. Contents: 50 centilitres. Alcohol: 12 per cent. Type: fruit in brandy.
Questions? Call 0570 541 278 or email info@bockje.nl.
Frequently asked questions about Eliterna
What are boerenjongens?
Raisins steeped in brandy. You spoon them out of the jar, often with the liquid. The version with apricots is called boerenmeisjes.
What is the difference from boerenmeisjes?
The fruit. Boerenjongens are raisins in brandy, boerenmeisjes are apricots in brandy.
When do you eat them?
Traditionally at holidays and birthdays. In the Netherlands you also find them as a topping in pancake houses, and in some cities even as ice cream.
Where does Eliterna come from?
From Ressen-Bemmel in the Betuwe. The brand grew out of the fruit-processing trade in that region and is distributed in the Benelux by LMBenelux.
What is in this jar?
According to the producer, sun-dried raisins in a house-spiced brandy, flavoured with cinnamon and clove.
How much alcohol does it contain?
Twelve per cent according to the label. So there definitely is alcohol in it; we do not sell them to people under 18.
Can I collect the jar in Bathmen?
Yes. You can always order online or collect at Brink 2, or simply walk in.
Order, collect or drop by
- In stock in our shop at Brink 2 in Bathmen
- Available to order online and have delivered, including abroad
- Order online or collect in Bathmen
- Personal advice via 0570 541 278 or info@bockje.nl
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Friday 09.00–18.00, Saturday 09.00–17.00. Closed Monday and Sunday
Wij verkopen geen alcohol aan personen onder de 18 jaar. NIX18.
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Wij verkopen geen alcohol aan personen onder de 18 jaar. NIX18
- Tuesday to Friday 09.00 – 18.00
- Saturday 09.00 – 17.00
- Monday and Sunday closed