Production & Origin

Production & Origin

Thank you for your interest in our products. We truly appreciate that you're mindful of the origin and the conditions under which products are made. We'd love to give you some background information on our production and sourcing.

Production and Origin

We’re often asked whether our products with a ‘Dutch’ appearance are actually made in the Netherlands.

Our production takes place across several countries and continents. Some of our items are made in Europe — such as our firelighters, ignition blocks, and conditioner. We also source top-quality charcoal and briquettes from South Africa.

A large part of our cast iron and metal products are manufactured in carefully selected factories in China. We work closely with local partners who oversee daily operations and ensure production meets our quality standards. We place great value on responsible and fair production.

Genuine Dutch

‘Genuine Dutch’ — truly Dutch. We’re proud to share a piece of our history behind this phrase.

The very first product developed by The Windmill was the Dutch Oven — a classic cooking tool with Dutch roots. This cast-iron pot on legs has been used since the 17th century and was introduced to America by Dutch settlers. It became popular for its durability and versatility, especially for outdoor cooking.

We thought it was time to bring this Dutch classic back to life. This inspired a full range of sturdy, cast-iron cookware — designed in the Netherlands, with love for craftsmanship and tradition. What started with one Dutch Oven has grown into a full collection under The Windmill Genuine Dutch Cast Iron.

Designed in Holland

You may have noticed the label ‘Designed in Holland’ on our products. This refers to the Dutch design, development, and refinement of our products, based on the authentic Dutch Oven. We've enhanced the original concept to create the perfect outdoor cooking pot — retaining all its traditional strengths.

‘Designed in Holland’ is not the same as ‘Made in Holland’. It’s about honoring the product’s Dutch heritage and the craftsmanship behind it.

We hope you’ll enjoy using our high-quality, durable products just as much as we do. Outdoor cooking with character — proudly rooted in Dutch tradition.