The Uncut Stories Podcast from Maison Ferrand

After a summer break, Uncut Stories, the Podcast, is back where it all begins : in the vineyards of Cognac Ferrand !

In early September, Elena travelled to Cognac to meet Corentin, our Vineyard Manager, at a key moment in the year: the 2026 harvest.

Together, they look back on the growing season, the weather conditions, grape ripeness, the decisions that need to be made at harvest time, and what this vintage is already revealing about the future Cognacs Ferrand.

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In this episode of Uncut Stories, the Maison Ferrand podcast, Elena takes you to New Orleans to tell the story of the Vieux Carré, one of the city’s great classic cocktails.

Created in 1938 at the Hotel Monteleone, in the heart of the French Quarter, the Vieux Carré is a cocktail of encounters : cognac, rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, Bénédictine, and bitters come together to reflect the French, American, Italian, and Caribbean influences of New Orleans.

From its creation in the Swan Room to its revival on cocktail menus since the 2000s, we also explore the role of Ferrand Cognac 1840 Original Formula in this rich, elegant, and deeply aromatic drink.

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In this episode of Uncut Stories, the Maison Ferrand podcast, Elena explores the spirit behind Ferrand Cognac : how to respect tradition without simply repeating it.

From Sauternes and Banyuls casks to chestnut wood and Jamaican rum cask finishes, we look at how Ferrand draws inspiration from the history of cognac to create expressions that are bold, unexpected, and deeply rooted in heritage.

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In this episode of Uncut Stories, the Maison Ferrand podcast, we return to our Charentais roots with one of the region’s most emblematic products : Pineau des Charentes.

Long associated with family tables, simple aperitifs and shared moments, Pineau is now enjoying a renewed momentum. Fresh, aromatic, convivial and lower in alcohol, it is naturally finding its place again, not only at the table, but also behind the bar.

From its origins in the Charentais vineyard to its production with fresh grape must and Ferrand Cognac, and through its revival in cocktails, this episode explores how Pineau des Charentes connects tradition with today’s drinking culture.

In this episode of Uncut Stories, the Maison Ferrand podcast, we explore the story of one of the most iconic cocktails in the world : the Daiquiri.

From its origins in a mining village near Santiago de Cuba to its evolution in the legendary bars of Havana, we follow the journey of a cocktail built on just three ingredients : rum, lime and sugar.

Along the way, we meet Jennings Stockton Cox Jr., Constantino Ribalaigua Vert, El Floridita, and even Ernest Hemingway.

We also look at how Planteray Stiggins’ Pineapple Rum brings a generous, fruity and sunny twist to this timeless classic, before sharing our recipe for a Stiggins’ Fancy Pineapple Daiquiri.

How did a handcrafted pineapple rum inspired by Charles Dickens become a global bartender favorite ?

In this episode, we explore the origins of Planteray Stiggins’ Pineapple Rum, from its 1824 recipe and hand-cut Victoria pineapples to the Stiggins Ball, international awards, and the perfect Pineapple Daiquiri.

In this episode, Fannie Thibaud, Deputy Cellar Master at Maison Ferrand, takes us into the heart of Citadelle Gin’s botanicals.

From the Orangerie at Bonbonnet to the juniper berries grown on site, from rare citrus fruits to Citadelle 0.0, she explains how Citadelle’s aromatic identity is crafted: fresh, precise, bold, and deeply driven by innovation.

In this new episode of Uncut Stories, the Maison Ferrand podcast, we head to the Château de Bonbonnet to discover the story behind Citadelle Gin Citron Caviar, a Distillery Exclusive edition created around a rare citrus fruit grown in our Orangerie.

From the selection of finger limes to their distillation using a rotavap, and their pairing with verbena, we explore the behind-the-scenes journey of an ultra-limited creation that embodies Citadelle Gin’s spirit of experimentation: observe, cultivate, test, and distill.

Please settle in… and travel back in time with us to discover the story of the French 75.

Behind its elegant name lies an unexpected origin : a French cannon from the First World War, famous for its power, precision and impact. Over the decades, this striking name became attached to one of the most iconic gin cocktails: a bright, lively mix of gin, lemon, sugar and champagne.

In this episode of Uncut Stories, we explore the origins, evolution and enduring elegance of the French 75, from wartime legend to timeless celebration cocktail.

A story of history, mixology and refinement, brought to life with Citadelle Original.

Cheers.

At Château de Bonbonnet, Maison Ferrand’s orangery is much more than a garden. It is a living space for experimentation, patience, and inspiration, where rare citrus fruits, lemon trees, yuzus, and aromatic plants help shape the world of Citadelle.

In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of a project rooted in the land, created to better understand ingredients, refine aromas, and imagine the spirits of tomorrow.