Citadelle 'Chateau de Bonbonnet' Original Dry Gin, France

Citadelle Gin is the pioneer of craft gin in France, celebrated for its elegance, complexity, and unwavering commitment to artisanal production since 1996. Produced at the historic Château de Bonbonnet in Cognac, this dry and structured gin embodies the essence of French sophistication, balancing finesse and intensity with masterful precision.

Product Details:

• Style: London Dry Gin
• Owner: Cognac Ferrand
• Alcohol: 44% ABV
• Maturation: Unoaked
• Closure: Screwcap
• Botanicals: Juniper, citrus, pepper, nutmeg, cinnamon, and more

Sensory Description:

Citadelle Gin opens with an immediate burst of crisp, piney juniper that sets the stage for its signature profile. Bright citrus follows, adding a refreshing lift before giving way to a more exotic, spiced length of pepper, nutmeg, and cinnamon. This layered complexity is both vivid and balanced, offering a luxurious mouthfeel and a lingering, aromatic finish.

Awards & Accolades:

• Master Medal – The Gin Masters, 2025
• Gold – Bartender Spirits Awards, 2023
• Silver – ADI International Spirits Competition, 2025
• Silver – San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2025
• Bronze – International Wine & Spirit Competition, 2024
• Silver – Bartender Spirits Awards, 2024 (candied banana, guava, grilled pineapple, brown butter finish)
• Silver – World Gin Awards, 2024 (juniper, lemon zest, root orris, angelica)
• Double Gold – TAG Global Spirits Awards, 2024
• Silver – International Spirits Challenge, 2024
• Gold – San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2024
• Double Platinum – ASCOT Awards, 2023 (light and floral with gentle citrus and angelica root)
• Finalist – Ultimate Beverage Challenge, 2023 (piney juniper, licorice, anise, coriander, peppercorn)

Distiller's Background:

Citadelle Gin was created by Alexandre Gabriel in 1996, inspired by the juniper berries grown around Château de Bonbonnet in southwestern France. As one of the first craft gins in the modern era, Citadelle redefined the category with its focus on small-batch distillation, meticulous botanical selection, and a dedication to the traditions of Gin de France. Today, it remains a benchmark for quality and innovation in the gin world.

Serving Suggestions:

Enjoy Citadelle Original in a classic gin & tonic with a twist of lemon to highlight its citrus brightness, or serve with a platter of oysters for a true French-style apéritif. Its layered spice also shines in more complex cocktails like the French 75 or Martinez.

This is gin in its purest form, bright, refined, and endlessly versatile. With a depth of botanical character and a track record of over 100 international medals, Citadelle remains the gold standard for those who appreciate the artistry of craft gin.