Citadelle Dry Gin

Citadelle Dry Gin. Château de Bonbonnet, Cognac region, France — named Spirit of the Year at the 2017 World Spirits Awards, crafted with 19 botanicals progressively infused and distilled in copper pot stills over an open flame.

Citadelle is made by the team behind Cognac Ferrand at Château de Bonbonnet in the Cognac region of France. The production method is genuinely unusual: 19 botanicals are divided into groups and infused progressively — each for between one and four days depending on its aromatic profile. Some botanicals are robust enough to withstand longer maceration; others require gentler handling. After infusion, the spirit is distilled in small copper pot stills over an open flame using an unusually short, rapid heating cycle that preserves freshness and delicacy. The result is a gin that manages both complexity and finesse at 44% ABV.

The botanical list is unusually wide — 19 ingredients spanning juniper, coriander, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, fennel, violet, cubeb pepper, star anise, citrus peels, almonds, and grains of paradise, among others. Three character traits emerge consistently: juniper as the backbone, citrus as the complement, and an exotic spice dimension from pepper, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Citadelle has accumulated over 60 medals, including Spirit of the Year, World's Best Gin, and Gin Grand Master at major international competitions.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Delicate and aromatic — fresh flowers and citrus blossoms upfront, with juniper building behind them. Soft anise and a touch of spicy cinnamon add a pleasantly gourmand dimension.
• Palate: Beautifully balanced. Juniper gives way to a long, voluptuous spice character — pepper, nutmeg, and cinnamon weave through citrus notes. Silky texture with impressive depth.
• Finish: Elegant and lingering. The exotic spice trio of pepper, nutmeg, and cinnamon closes out with a soft, warming fade.

Specs

• Distillery: Château de Bonbonnet, Cognac region, France (Cognac Ferrand)
• Style: French Dry Gin
• Botanicals: 19 botanicals including juniper, coriander, angelica, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, fennel, violet, savory, cubeb pepper, star anise, orange peel, lemon peel, almonds, grains of paradise, and others
• ABV: 44% (88 Proof)
• Size: 750ml

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What does Citadelle Dry Gin taste like? A delicate nose of fresh flowers, citrus blossoms, and juniper with soft anise and cinnamon. The palate is beautifully balanced with juniper, exotic spices (pepper, nutmeg, cinnamon), and citrus in a silky texture. The finish is long and elegantly spiced.
• How many botanicals are in Citadelle Gin? 19 botanicals, infused progressively for one to four days each depending on their aromatic profile. These include juniper, coriander, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, cubeb pepper, violet, star anise, citrus peels, almonds, and grains of paradise, among others.
• Has Citadelle won any awards? Yes — over 60 medals including Spirit of the Year at the 2017 World Spirits Awards, World's Best Gin, and Gin Grand Master in London.
• What cocktails is Citadelle best in? Its exotic spice character makes it ideal in a Martini. Also excellent in a Negroni or G&T with a lemon twist, where the cinnamon and nutmeg notes come alive.
• What is the ABV of Citadelle Dry Gin? 44% ABV (88 proof).