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A group of visitors viewed from behind looking at Citadelle Distillery through lush hop plants, with the historic building visible in the background under clear skies.
© Citadelle Gin Distillery Tour in Bordeaux
Guided tour at Citadelle Gin Distillery in Bordeaux: four visitors observing copper stills in an architectural room with white vaults and red brick walls.
© Exploring the copper stills at Citadelle Gin Distillery
A smiling man in a white and blue striped t-shirt tours the Citadelle Gin distillery in Bordeaux, admiring copper stills and green plants in a bright workshop with shelves displaying the spirits collection.
© Tour of the Citadelle Gin Distillery in Bordeaux
Visitors walking past the stone building of Citadelle Gin Distillery in Bordeaux, featuring distinctive arched windows and elegant architecture.
© Guided tour at Citadelle Gin Distillery in Bordeaux
A man wearing a Citadelle Gin jacket carefully examines juniper plants in a cultivation field near Bordeaux under clear skies.
© Juniper Plant Inspection at Citadelle Distillery
A man in a striped shirt presents Citadelle gin bottles behind a counter at the distillery, facing two customers in an elegant interior setting.
© Gin Tasting Experience at Citadelle Distillery
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© Juniper Berry Selection at Citadelle Gin Distillery

La Distillerie Citadelle Gin

Just a few kilometres from Cognac, in the heart of the Charente countryside, discover a place like no other: Château de Bonbonnet, the home of Citadelle Gin.

It was here, back in 1996, long before gin became trendy, that Alexandre Gabriel had a rather bold idea: to challenge tradition and reinvent gin. Since then, creativity, audacity and a passion for experimentation have remained at the heart of everything we do!

Named the World's Best Visitor Attraction at the World Drinks Awards 2025, Citadelle Gin invites you to enjoy a truly surprising and immersive experience.

As you explore the estate, wander among the juniper trees grown on the property, discover the greenhouse and its many citrus varieties, awaken your senses at the spice bar, and step inside the spectacular cathedral of stills. Beneath its soaring arches, over eight metres high, discover an exceptional collection of antique copper stills and uncover the secrets behind one of the world's most awarded gin.

And the little ones? They're part of the adventure too! A fun treasure hunt invites children to follow the trail of Tom, the distillery's resident cat, throughout the visit. The perfect opportunity to enjoy this unique experience as a family!

For those eager to discover more, the experience continues with mixology workshops and tastings featuring others Maison Ferrand's iconic creations: Ferrand Cognac and Planteray Rum.

Before you leave, make sure to stop by the château's boutique, where you'll find limited editions and exclusive creations you won't find anywhere else!

More than just a distillery tour, it's an escape into nature, creativity and French craftsmanship, to be enjoyed with family or friends.

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La Distillerie Citadelle Gin
1, Chemin de Bonbonnet
16130 ARS
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