Italian citrus fruits: the botanical treasure that gives life to our Fructetum gin.
Italian citrus fruits are a unique aromatic heritage: intense, luminous, and profound. They represent a perfect balance between Mediterranean fragrances and natural freshness. Our Naturæ Fructetum is born from this botanical richness, blending citrus fruits from Southern Italy with aromatic hints from the shores of pre-Alpine lakes.
In this article, we recount a journey through botanical gardens, territories, and rare varieties: a journey reflected in the scents of Fructetum and which we explored also thanks to the testimonies of Mrs. Fiorangela , custodian of the Cannero Riviera citrus garden, a place where the mild climate encounters unexpected Mediterranean species, even at the foot of the Alps.
The link between citrus fruits and the territory: an Italian legacy
Italy boasts an extraordinary citrus biodiversity thanks to the peninsula's distinctive microclimates. Each variety tells a story: volcanic soil, sea breezes, intense light, ancient traditions.
Calabrian Bergamot: Aromatic Elegance
Considered one of the most prized citrus fruits in the world, it is famous for:
- fresh and deep notes
- complex, almost floral scent
- long and refined aromatic persistence
It is one of the sensory pillars of our Fructetum.
Sicilian oranges: Mediterranean intensity
From Sicily come rich, sweet, and bright citrus fruits, with an aromatic profile that recalls sun, sea, and warm wind.
- sweet and fragrant peels
- juicy and clean notes
- warm sensations, perfect for a London Dry
Citrus fruits growing at the foot of the Alps: the microclimate of the lakes
The citrus garden of Cannero Riviera (Lake Maggiore) is one of the most surprising places in the area. Here we met Mrs. Fiorangela, guardian of a botanical heritage that defies logic: typically Mediterranean citrus trees that thrive between mountains and freshwater.
The mild climate of the lake allows for the cultivation of:
- ancient lemons and oranges
- cedars and mapo
- kumquats, mandarins, rare varieties
A context that speaks of the aromatic richness of our country and inspires the philosophy of Fructetum: a gin that speaks not only of southern citrus fruits, but also of the magic of the pre-Alpine territories. 
Botanicals, perfumes, and identity: what we find in Fructetum
Fructetum is our citrusy London Dry Gin , defined by a fresh and Mediterranean sensory profile. The nose and palate reveal:
- notes of orange and bergamot
- balanced and clean juniper
- fruity nuances (rennet apple)
- slightly spicy finish
It's a gin designed to transport anyone who tastes it to a luminous atmosphere, where Italian citrus fruits and lakeside sensations meet in harmony.
A gin that speaks of territory, nature and light
Fructetum is a tribute to Italian citrus fruits and their contrasts: South and North, sea and lake, salty air and Alpine breezes. It's a gin born from authentic botanicals and the desire to express a sensorial, elegant, and contemporary Mediterranean.
Discover Naturæ Fructetum – artisanal London Dry Gin by Naturæ Spirits.