Experience a privileged moment at the heart of an artisanal distillery and share a distiller’s aperitif with Loïc. In an authentic and friendly atmosphere, go behind the scenes of traditional wood-fired distillation and immerse yourself in an artisanal know-how that is rare in Champagne.
During this immersive tour, Loïc, a passionate artisan distiller, guides you through the history and techniques of distillation. You’ll see how the still works, understand the different stages of transformation, and discover the secrets behind the production of spirits crafted with patience and precision. At the end of the distillation process, you’ll also witness a little-known stage: the emptying and cleaning of the still, an authentic moment that reveals the full reality of the craft.
The experience continues with a warm moment: the distiller’s aperitif, shared at the foot of the still. Around a convivial table, taste a selection of eaux-de-vie, liqueurs and artisanal aperitifs. All accompanied by a generous aperitif board steamed in the still, featuring sausages, meat, potatoes and onions, depending on the season. An original tasting experience that combines terroir, tradition and sensory discovery.
Winner of the Prix du Public des Jeunes Talents du Tourisme 2024, this experience invites you to discover distillation in a different way, in a spirit of sharing and authenticity. To prolong the pleasure, take advantage of a 10% in-store discount on your purchases of artisanal spirits. Book your visit and come and share this unique moment at the heart of the distillery.
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Average duration 2 hours
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Languages spoken French
From €39.90
10% discount on all in-store purchases.
- Visit and discovery of the distillery
- A tasting of our wood-distilled spirits
- Convivial aperitif at the foot of the stills
- Local products
- Additional personal expenses
- Full immersion in a traditional wood-fired distillery
- A convivial moment with the distiller's aperitif at the foot of the still.
- Aperitif board steamed in the still and spirits tasting
Distillerie de la forge
Distillerie de La Forge is one of the few artisan distilleries in France to perpetuate the tradition of distillation in copper stills heated over a wood fire, using only fresh, whole, local produce. This unique know-how is supported by Loïc Charpy, a passionate artisan distiller. Distillerie de La Forge offers a wide and exclusive range of natural eaux-de-vie, liqueurs and house spirits. Young Tourism Talent Award 2024 and TOP 100 Tourism Trophies 2025
51120 Barbonne-Fayel
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