Maison Rouge: Where mystery meets Mastery

Maison Rouge is more than a distillery—it’s a storytelling brand created by Mounier (Vigier Latour) wrapped in imagination. Hailing from the Cognac region, this “legendary” spirit house is said to exist within a mysterious red‑tiled barn, a Kyoto red‑door speakeasy, or a secret New York townhouse. What truly matters, though, is their dedication to French craftsmanship fused with creative flair—infusing each pour with a spark of wonder

Cognac from Maison Rouge

Cellar master from Mounier meticulously selects each eaux‑de‑vie to achieve a perfect balance—melding tradition with subtle innovation

VS “Jeux d’espions” (3–5 years)

• ABV: 40%

• Blend: 25 eaux‑de‑vie (60 % Fins Bois, 40 % Bons Bois)

• Tasting Notes: Amber color with rose petals and fruit on the nose; citrus and vanilla lead to a spicy-cinnamon finish. Pear, cinnamon, and vanilla on the palate

VSOP “Le paradis perdu” (6–10 years)

• ABV: 40% (≈ 8 years average age)

• Blend: 50 eaux‑de‑vie (70 % Fins Bois, 20 % Bons Bois, 10 % Petite Champagne)

• Tasting Notes: Deep mahogany hue. Vanilla, tobacco, and cedar emerge from oak aging, evolving into nutmeg and rancio. Toasted bread with richer tones of toffee, prune, and spicy nutmeg on the finish

Gin “Mystère de l’Atlantide”

• ABV: 43%

• Base: 100% French wheat distillate

• Process: Five distillations, natural extracts, two-step reduction, 10-day stabilization for roundness.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Vineyard peach and French ginger

• Palate: Juniper-forward freshness, balanced with fine spice

• Finish: Long and memorable, with a lemon twist lingering through the aftertaste.

Creative Cocktail Inspirations

Maison Rouge doesn’t stop at spirits—they encourage imaginative mixing:

Cocktail	Ingredients
Negroni Secret	4 cl Gin, 2 cl Aperol/Campari, 4 cl Pineau des Charentes, orange zest
Pure Enigma	4.5 cl Vodka, 3 cl grapefruit liqueur, 1 cl Cognac, 1 cl blue curaçao, 1.5 cl lemon juice
French Mystère	3 cl Gin, 1 cl cane sugar, 2 cl lemon juice, topped with Champagne
Magic Side Car	5 cl Cognac, 2 cl Triple Sec, 2 cl lemon juice – shaken, double‑strained (maisonrougespirits.com)

These recipes showcase both their Gin and Cognac—perfect for adventurous hosts and imbibers.

Why Maison Rouge Stands Out

• French Craftsmanship: A heritage of Cognac blending, with spirits that balance tradition and creative audacity .

• Regional Excellence: Their Cognacs draw from Fins Bois and Petite Champagne crus, paying homage to noble terroirs.

• Imaginative Identity: They forge a brand as much myth as it is mastery—attracting those who hunger for discovery .

Final Thoughts

Maison Rouge’s Cognacs—especially the VSOP “Le paradis perdu”—offer a complex, oak-aged experience with lush spice and fruity depth. Their Gin “Mystère de l’Atlantide” delivers a refined, juniper-rich adventure with warm peach and ginger notes. Whether enjoyed neat, in a refined cocktail, or offered to guests seeking something out of the ordinary, they certainly bring the emotion of the unexpected to the glass.