Distillery Cats: From Hunters to Mascots
Cats have kept watch behind distillery doors for centuries. From hunters to mascots, they are now an integral part of the Citadelle experience.
Citadelle Gin
Pioneer of the Craft Gin Movement. Château de Bonbonnet, Southwest France. We drink our G&T with a lemon zest.
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Maison Ferrand opens its doors for the Heritage Open Days
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.
A History of the French 75
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.
From garden to bottle: Citadelle's Orangerie
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.
Celebrate Bastille Day the French way with Citadelle Jardin d'Été!
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.
Stupfler: the still that captures the essence of raw materials
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.
Maisonnette: Citadelle Gin’s New Limited-Edition Distillery Exclusive
Citadelle is debuting a new gin that honors the “little house” behind Château de Bonbonnet, where our team hand-picks jasmine blossoms each year. Stop by to sample this ultra-limited release, a seamless blend of jasmine, thyme, and yuzu.
Maison Ferrand shines at the 2024 "Spirits of the Year"
For the second year running, Maison Ferrand has been celebrated by France's most discerning wine & spirits experts at the prestigious Spirits of the Year competition. Citadelle Gin was named Best Gin, while Planteray Rum earned the Adelphe Trophy for its commitment to sustainability.
Our new Master Coppersmith is breathing new life into our collection of dormant historic stills!
At our home in Ars, Cognac a new workshop has opened on the grounds of Chateau de Bonbonnet. Under the keen guidance of our Master Coppersmith, Gaylord Urbain, the space is turning into a workshop of excellent and dedication to finessing the fine art of distillation.