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Four women shape the heart of Maison Ferrand's spirits every day alongside our Master Blender, Alexandre Gabriel. Between creativity, rigorous scientific testing and sensory analysis they give us a peak behind the curtain.
Among the citrus fruits frequently used by Maison Ferrand, there is one we particularly cherish: yuzu. Yet the quest for the best fruit was not easy. Our adventure took us from the lush climate of Japan to the sun kissed streets of Morocco and finally back to our home of distillation in Bonbonnet.
What better way to celebrate Pickle Day on November 14 than with Citadelle Vive le Cornichon? The first release in our Citadelle Excentrique range – centered on an unexpected star, the pickle – has already taken home a gold medal at The Spirits Business Gin Masters.
Cats have kept watch behind distillery doors for centuries. From hunters to mascots, they are now an integral part of the Citadelle experience.
To celebrate Heritage Days on September 20–21, Maison Ferrand invites you to two special events: a tour of the Manoir de Mademoiselle, the historic home of Ferrand Cognac, and a visit to the Citadelle Gin Distillery at Château de Bonbonnet.
The story of the French 75 is closely tied to World War I. Named after the first modern French artillery gun, this cocktail has become a time-tested classic. Although the recipe changed over time before reaching its final form, one thing never changed: the gin.
At Château de Bonbonnet in Charente we are now growing some of the citrus needed to craft Citadelle gin. This initiative bridges the gap between the earth and the glass, born of our desire to better understand and highlight these essential gin botanicals.
In France, Bastille Day is a major celebration and the perfect excuse to gather with friends. With Bastille Day right around the corner, Maison Ferrand is rolling out a few summertime recipes featuring our gin Citadelle Jardin d’Été, so you can throw a party that feels straight out of France.
Imagine a yuzu distillate so precise it captures the fruit’s tangy freshness. That’s exactly what the Stupfler still at the Citadelle distillery delivers.