Mignonette Boornkaat old green bottle red cap vintage alcohol

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Description

This antique miniature bottle features the Boornkaat brand, identifiable by its red and black label on a white background. The object has a classic cylindrical shape, slightly shouldered towards the neck, with a distinctive red screw cap. The glass is green-tinted, opaque, and smooth, characteristic of miniature alcohol bottles distributed during the second half of the 20th century. The original label, though patinated and aged, remains legible and displays "Boornkaat" in handwritten lettering, accompanied by several German inscriptions and a central printed bas-relief coat of arms.

On the visible side, the label reads "Der feine ostfriesische," suggesting a regional specialty typical of the Boornkaat brand, renowned for its spirits. The inscription "Seit dem Jahre 1806 in Familienbesitz" also indicates the company's long history. The bottom of the label shows a barcode, the mention "Kornbrand," and an alcohol content of 40% vol., confirming its nature as a spirit (likely a Korn, a German specialty similar to whisky or cognac in commercial use, but actually a grain spirit).

The bottle is displayed upright, on a wooden surface, with a setting reminiscent of an old interior or a library, enhancing the object's vintage character. No volume indication is legible on the visible side, but the compact format and the proportion of the cap clearly indicate a miniature (often used for tasting or collecting).

The glass surface shows signs of wear and some micro-scratches visible in the light, consistent with its assumed age. The label, yellowed and partially creased, also shows stains and moisture marks, with no major tears on the visible side. No other accessories or decorations are visible on the object.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The miniature bottle shows signs of age on the label (yellowing, stains, small creases) and wear marks on the glass, typical of a vintage bottle.

Did you know? The Boornkaat brand is one of the oldest spirit producers in Germany, founded in 1806 and particularly renowned for its Korn, a grain spirit originating from the Ostfriesland region. This type of miniature was widely distributed as a sample or souvenir from the 1960s to the 1980s.

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