There are two locations in Forcalquier: a boutique/museum in the town centre and a distillery.
1. BOUTIQUE & MUSEUM
Opening Hours
Monday to Saturday: 9:00 am–6:30 pm
July and August:
Monday to Friday: 9:00 am–7:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am–1:00 pm / 3:00 pm–7:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am–1:00 pm
Contact Details
Address: 9 avenue Saint-Promasse, 04300 Forcalquier, France
Tel.: +33 9 50 63 24 77
Email: boutique@distilleries-provence.com
The shop offers complimentary tastings and features a small museum area tracing the distillery’s history.
Presentations for groups of up to 50 people can be arranged by prior booking via email.
Cocktail-making workshops are also held once a month in the evening, from March to October. Participants create two cocktails under the guidance of Thomas, mixologist at Le Verre à Mélange, followed by a relaxed, convivial aperitif.
Further information: https://www.distilleries-provence.com/fr/content/8-la-boutique
2. DISTILLERY
a) Immersive Guided Tour
The distillery opens its doors to visitors from April to October for an immersive guided tour, available by reservation.
Tour time: 2:30 pm
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours
Price: €6 per adult; free for visitors under 18
Booking: Advance registration is required via the website: https://www.distilleries-provence.com/fr/events/tags/2-visite-guidee?show=grid
A complimentary tasting is included at the end of the tour.
Groups of more than 6 people must book in advance by email or telephone.
Email: reservation@distilleries-provence.com
Tel.: +33 4 92 75 75 80
b) Gin and Pastis-Making Workshops
“Create your own recipe for pastis or gin. You will take home your own creation, bottled especially for you in a 35 cl bottle.”
Practical Information
Address: 479 ZA Les Chalus, 04300 Forcalquier, France
Workshop time: 2:30 pm
Duration: 1 to 1 hour 30 minutes
Price: €45 per adult
Booking: Advance registration is required via the website https://www.distilleries-provence.com/fr/content/31-atelier-de-fabrication-pastis-gin
Gin-making workshops are available on request only and require a minimum of 4 participants.
Workshop dates are published progressively. It is also possible to request a specific date.
3. FORCALQUIER VERMOUTH
Forcalquier Vermouth carefully selects each ingredient to create a unique tasting experience. The aromas and essences of absinthe and wormwood complement the vermouth’s rounded character, adding a distinctive touch. Finally, this symphony of flavours is enhanced by natural coffee extract, which leaves a subtle roasted note on the finish.
Product link: https://www.distilleries-provence.com/fr/vermouth-de-forcalquier/33-27-vermouth-de-forcalquier.html
