This is where Abraham gets the famous Zaan mustard from….

Mill “De Huisman” was built in 1786 and although its original function was related to snuff, “De Huisman” gained its name and fame through the production of the coarse Zaanse mustard, which was started in 1961 by the first residents of the Zaanse Schans, the Bosman family. The mustard is a delicacy in itself, but also an important ingredient in Zaanse mustard soup and Zaanse mayonnaise.

Mustard production has since moved to an industrial area in Wormerveer, where the family tradition continues. The creation of the famous Zaanse mustard and its worldwide reputation is due to the efforts of the Bosman family. And the jars with the distinctive label are fortunately still available in ‘De Huisman’ on the Zaanse Schans … and in supermarkets worldwide.

Association ‘De Zaanse Molen’ began the renovation of ‘De Huisman’ in January 2010. The mill received an enlarged barn and was placed higher to ensure better wind catch. The grinding tools came from the spice mill called ‘Het Indisch Welvaren’. The mill is now set up as a spice mill. In the store there are also all kinds of nice products for sale and also various spices, you can smell and taste them here. The store is free to visit; an entrance fee is charged for the mill.