Steinhäger is a type of German gin, a spirit flavoured with juniper berries. The name is derived from the village of Steinhagen in North Rhine-Westphalia, which is the only place where it is permitted to be produced.
During the 19th century, about 20 distilleries were founded on Steinhagen to produce gin. Today, just two firms in the village (Schwarze-Schlichte and Kisker) still produce gin.
Steinhäger is sold in earthenware (Steingut) bottles[1] and in glass bottles made to look like earthenware. The alcohol content of Steinhäger is usually 38% ABV but sometimes higher. The European Union has set a minimum of 37.5% ABV for it.
Since 1989, the geographical name Steinhäger has been protected by a European Union directive.