Maison Jacoulot

Welcome to Maison Jacoulot, an institution of 'savoir-faire familial' located in the heart of the village of Romanèche-Thorins. As you stand before this historic structure, you are witnessing a legacy that dates back to 1891. …

Step inside the Jacoulot boutique, a space designed to showcase the 'talent of our regions.' As an analyst of artisanal commerce, I find the diversity of spirits here to be a testament to the house's versatility. The shelves are…

Descending into the 'oet de vieillissement' (aging cellars), we enter the most sacred part of the distillery. This is where the distillation process ends and the 'élevage' (rearing) begins. …

One of the most remarkable modern traditions at Maison Jacoulot is the production of 'L'Hémon' lemon liqueur. To achieve an 'extraordinarily fresh' flavor, the house uses only the zest, which must be peeled by hand. …

The distillation room is where the physical transformation of raw material into spirit occurs. Here, Maison Jacoulot acts as both a 'distillateur' and a 'licoriste.' As a scholar of enology, I find the process of creating Marc de…

Maison Jacoulot is not a house that rests on its laurels; it is a company that believes one must 'constantly innovate and reinvent oneself.' As an analyst of product development, I find their cycle of creation to be uniquely…

We conclude our tour by reflecting on the 'famille au complet' (complete family) that now leads Maison Jacoulot. Philippe Vançon purchased the distillery nearly 15 years ago, and since then, his wife and two sons have joined him…

Our journey through Maison Jacoulot comes to an end, but the flavors and stories of this historic house will surely remain with you. As you leave these 135-year-old stone walls, I hope you carry an appreciation for the 'patience,…