The Uncut Stories Podcast from Maison Ferrand

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Welcome to the Uncut Stories podcast! We’ll be sharing our unfiltered stories about the craftsmanship and creativity behind our award-winning brands: Planteray Rum, Stade’s Rum, Citadelle Gin, Ferrand Cognac, Canerock, and Dry Curaçao. Each episode takes you behind the scenes: the trials and tribulations that come before our spirits. You’ll hear from the driving forces behind these—those who imagine, create, and experiment every day. Want more? Subscribe to the Uncut Stories newsletter (link in bio) and follow us on social media. Happy listening

  1. Oct 23

    Stupfler ! The Still That Reveals Aromas

    In this new episode of Uncut Stories, the Maison Ferrand podcast, Elena takes us inside the Citadelle distillery to discover a still unlike any other : the Stupfler. Designed in the 1950s by Jean-Louis Stupfler, this still was created to preserve the aromatic identity of raw ingredients as precisely as possible. Thanks to its highly controlled reflux system, each distillation can be adapted to the profile we want to reveal, from the bright freshness of yuzu to the deeper, more vegetal notes of cucumber. Enjoy listening!

  2. Oct 15

    The Story of a Gin That Changed the Rules : Citadelle Gin !

    What does it take to reinvent a spirit that the world had almost forgotten? In this episode of Uncut Stories, the Maison Ferrand podcast, Elena takes us back to the early 1990s, when Alexandre Gabriel set out on an ambitious mission : to create an exceptional French gin at a time when craft gin barely existed. From historical archives in Flanders to the traditional copper pot stills of Cognac, discover the challenges, experiments and determination behind the birth of Citadelle Gin in 1996. We explore the creation of its signature progressive infusion technique, the careful balance of its 19 botanicals, and the unexpected encounters that helped Citadelle gain international recognition. A story of passion, persistence and innovation, revealing how a bold idea became one of the pioneers of the modern gin renaissance.

  3. Sep 17

    Back to the vineyards for Cognac 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. Enjoy the episode!

  4. Aug 31

    The Vieux Carré, The Soul of New Orleans !

    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. Enjoy listening!

  5. Jul 22

    Ferrand Cognac : Daring without forgetting where we come from !

    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. Enjoy listening!

  6. Jul 12

    Pineau des Charentes, The Great Return of a Cult Aperitif !

    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.

  7. Jul 2

    A History of the Daiquiri !

    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.

  8. Jun 25

    The story behind Planteray Stiggins’ Pineapple Rum !

    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.

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Welcome to the Uncut Stories podcast! We’ll be sharing our unfiltered stories about the craftsmanship and creativity behind our award-winning brands: Planteray Rum, Stade’s Rum, Citadelle Gin, Ferrand Cognac, Canerock, and Dry Curaçao. Each episode takes you behind the scenes: the trials and tribulations that come before our spirits. You’ll hear from the driving forces behind these—those who imagine, create, and experiment every day. Want more? Subscribe to the Uncut Stories newsletter (link in bio) and follow us on social media. Happy listening

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