Uniquely Procera

Procera was brought to life by a group of friends with a shared desire to revolutionise the world of gin. The discovery of indigenous Juniperus Procera forests on Nairobi’s doorstep—and the realisation that fresh juniper berries could produce exceptional gin—inspired us to act. We set to work to create a spirit like no other.

It was more than just a dream..

Procera was founded to share the very best of Africa with the world. Distilled in Nairobi, Kenya, our gins were the first to showcase a spectacular product made with fresh African juniper.

The berries are handpicked from wild trees growing at altitudes above 2,200 metres, across three distinct regions in Kenya where Juniperus Procera grows indigenously.

We’re proud to have established Kenya’s first craft distillery and are honoured to represent Africa across the world and beyond.

Juniperus Procera- cultivated by natures magic

More than any other botanical, we believe that juniper defines the character of any gin. Procera is named after the majestic Juniperus Procera tree, whose sun-drenched berries offer extraordinary flavour and quality.

This species grows wild and indigenously in the highland forests of Kenya, with each tree reaching up to 20 metres in height. Juniperus Procera is the only juniper native to the southern hemisphere, encapsulating the heart and soul of our gins.

Our juniper berries are handpicked by local communities, and once freshly distilled, they impart the nutty and earthy notes that make Procera truly distinct.

Natural in its purest form…

Nothing compares to fresh local produce. Most gins are made with dried juniper sourced far from their distilleries. Our proximity to wild juniper forests allows us to distill with the freshest, ripest, and most flavor-expressive berries.

Drying a juniper berry strips it of its character and sense of place. Preserving the character and terroir of Procera’s juniper is what sets us apart—delivering vibrant, soulful flavor in every pour.

The African Bounty of Botanicals:

Juniperus Procera forms the backbone of each of our gins; however, the addition of purely African botanicals plays a pivotal role in making Procera truly an African specialty.

Procera has partnered with the continent's most passionate and skillful farmers, sourcing carefully selected botanicals to complement our juniper species. These are gathered from the plains of Morocco, the Indian Ocean islands of Zanzibar, and across the vast landscapes of Africa. As we know it, Africa’s sun and soils yield natural produce of unparalleled quality, with each botanical contributing its own unique character to our gins.

Craft Distillation

Our gins are distilled in a bespoke 230L Müller Aromat pot still, with the original method developed by our late master distiller, Roger Jorgensen, who pioneered the 'pillowcase' strategy that continues to define our process.

Botanicals are placed in a 'pillowcase' and steeped in the spirit base, with maceration occurring at 40 degrees Celsius—the optimum temperature for releasing essential oils and fresh natural aromas without cooking them. No organic materials are placed directly in the pot during distillation, which contributes to Procera’s elegant texture. This method makes each pour rare, complex, and intensifying on the explorative palate.

Salt, with soul

Each bottle of Procera comes with its own unique botanical salt, crafted to further accentuate and elevate the flavor of each gin. The salts are handcrafted by drying and combining finely ground botanicals specific to each expression, then blending them with Indian Ocean sea salt from Zanzibar.

This is more than a traditional garnish—it complements each gin and unlocks an array of flavor profiles.