Maison Ferrand is one of the world’s premier boutique producers of fine spirits, and the architect of the an historical spirits movement. The company was founded by Alexandre Gabriel in 1989 with a mission to preserve age-old, craft production methods that capture the true expression of the spirit, and a commitment to revisit the classics while advancing innovation.
In Cognac, 2024 was marked by VERY unpredictable weather. Grapes, the raw material for cognac, are particularly sensitive to humidity and other environmental factors. Fortunately, the Ferrand team showed remarkable resilience to still make the harvest as fruitful as ever!
The recent decision by the Jamaica Intellectual Property Office (JIPO) to radically modify the geographical indication of Jamaican rum raises crucial questions about preserving the traditions and expertise that have shaped the global reputation of this iconic spirit.
Knowledge sharing among teams is at the heart of our DNA at Maison Ferrand. These exchanges between worlds of excellence always offer us exceptional moments. This is illustrated by Fannie, Research and Creation Manager in Cognac, and Dario from Stade's West Indies Rum Distillery in Barbados.
From October 14th to 16th, Maison Ferrand will be at Bar Convent Berlin. On the agenda: tastings of exciting new products, a masterclass with Alexandre Gabriel, as well as a Planteray Rum takeover with Nico de Soto. We can’t wait to see you there!
2024 is off to a great start and we're proud to see our brands recognised in prestigious international competitions. These medals reward the hard work and passion our teams put in every day!
To celebrate the opening of our Visitor Centre, Citadelle is launching an exclusive French Tea Gin. Come and discover this limited edition (996 bottles) of Breton green tea, jasmine and bergamot, created in collaboration with French artisans.
Maison Ferrand will be present at Rhum Fest Paris from 4 to 6 May 2024 with a programme of masterclasses, as well as an exceptional competition to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the fair, with a unique barrel of Barge 166 up for grabs!
On the 2nd of May 2024, Citadelle, the world pioneer of craft gins, will open the doors of its distillery to the public for a unique adventure in the Nouvelle Aquitaine region. You'll be able to discover its history, its production secrets and taste exclusive gins during an unforgettable visit.
Bringing together and sharing of knowledge between our teams in Barbados and Cognac is part of our core values. We believe that sharing is the key to progress and that pooling our respective experiences can only enhance our capabilities.