Maison Cabestan

What Maison Cabestan does

Maison Cabestan (legal entity SAS Brasserie Distillerie du Cabestan, founded 2015) is an organic artisan brewery, distillery, and scented-product house operating from a single facility in Sainte-Croix-du-Mont, Gironde, in the Entre-deux-Mers region of southwestern France. Founded by Charles and Sophie Delalande as a "creative living space," the company produces three core product lines under one roof: organic craft beers (La Blonde, IPA, L'Ambrée, La Blanche Brune in 33cl and 75cl formats, unfiltered and refermented in bottle); artisan spirits distilled in a traditional copper pot still (GINCAB London Dry Gin, VODCAB vodka, HIBISCAB, WHICAB whisky-based, El Cabestano Blanc and Ambré rums, and Esprit de Bière); and a home-fragrance line of scented candles, interior perfumes, and reed diffusers developed around regional and seasonal olfactory themes.

The company monetizes this production base through four interlocking revenue streams: (1) direct-to-consumer sales via its own e-commerce boutique and the physical Sainte-Croix-du-Mont site; (2) paid workshops covering brewing, gin/rum/whisky distillation, whisky blending, mixology, candle/perfume creation, Bach flowers, and culinary arts; (3) the Academy, which delivers professional training programs for aspiring brewers and distillers; and (4) Façonnage, a B2B contract-manufacturing service offering custom brewing, distillation, and candle/perfume design for third-party brands. Pricing is unit-based and ranges from approximately €18 (interior perfumes) to €55 (WHICAB and gift sets), with beers sold in 12-bottle cartons.

The business is small (1–10 employees), privately held, and entirely founder-controlled with €2,000 of share capital and no external institutional investors. Distribution is domestic-only and concentrated in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, with marketing driven by organic social channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube) plus a verified Google review base of just 10 reviews. The competitive position rests on AB organic certification, traditional craft methods, founder expertise, and the integrated production-plus-experiential model rather than scale advantages.

Name

Maison Cabestan

Legal name

SAS Brasserie Distillerie du Cabestan

Website

https://maisoncabestan.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Maison Cabestan is an organic craft brewery, distillery, and scented-home-product maker in Gironde, France, producing artisan beers, spirits, and candles, and monetizing its craft through direct e-commerce, immersive workshops, professional training (Academy), and B2B contract manufacturing for individual consumers and small businesses.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Artisan Craft Brewery and Distillery

NAICS

Distilleries (312140), Breweries (31212)

SIC

Malt Beverages (2082), Beverages (2080)

akta.pro primary industry

Distilled Spirits Production & Distilling (AFAFAAAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Packaging & Production Breweries (Limited/No On-site Service) (THAFALAB), Distilleries (Tasting Rooms) (THAFALAG), Beverage & Mixology (Coffee, Tea, Wine, Cocktails) (EDAAAGAH)

Keywords

• Craft beer brewing
• Artisan spirit distillation
• Organic brewery products
• Contract beverage manufacturing
• Experiential workshop programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Sainte-croix-du-mont

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Product Sales (Beers, Spirits, Candles, Perfumes): Direct sales of artisanal products including organic craft beers (La Blonde, IPA, Ambrée, Blanche Brune), spirits (Gin, Vodka, Rhum, Whisky-based), scented candles, and interior perfumes through the e-commerce boutique and at the physical location.
2. Workshops and Experiences: Revenue from creative and educational workshops including brewing, gin distillation, rum distillation, whisky creation and blending, mixology, candle making, Bach flowers, culinary arts (batch cooking, appetizers, bread making, herbal teas), and seasonal/unique workshops.
3. Professional Training: Training programs for future professionals in brewing and distilling, offered through the Academy.
4. Contract Manufacturing (Façonnage): Custom manufacturing services including contract brewing, contract distilling, and custom candle and perfume design for other businesses.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Maison Cabestan is a craft brewery and distillery producing organic craft beers (La Blonde, IPA, Ambrée, Blanche Brune) in 33cl and 75cl formats, artisan spirits (London Dry Gin, vodka, hibiscus spirit, whisky-based, organic rums, beer distillate), and scented home products (candles, interior perfumes, reed diffusers). The company also operates hands-on creative workshops (brewing, distillation, mixology, candle making, culinary arts), professional training programs via its Academy, and custom contract manufacturing (façonnage) for brewing, distillation, and scented product creation.

Product overview

Maison Cabestan is a craft brewery and distillery located in Sainte-Croix-du-Mont, Gironde, France, founded by Charles and Sophie Delalande in 2015. The company operates as a unified artisan producer offering three interconnected product lines: (1) Organic craft beers including LA BLONDE, L'AMBREE, L'IPA, and LA BLANCHE BRUNE in 33cl and 75cl bottles; (2) Artisan spirits including GINCAB (London Dry Gin), VODCAB (vodka), HIBISCAB, WHICAB (whisky-based), El Cabestano (white and amber rum), and Esprit de bière; (3) Scented candles and interior fragrances in matching scents such as Jardin secret, Rayon de lune, Battements de cœur, Murmures des Landes, Pique Nique sur la Dune, Vent d'ange, L'invitation au voyage, Camomille, Iris, Sauge, Rose, and Luz (Christmas). The company also operates workshops for beer brewing, gin/rum/whisky distillation, whisky blending, mixology, candle making, Bach flowers, and culinary arts, along with professional training programs for aspiring brewers and distillers. Additionally, custom contract manufacturing (façonnage) services are offered for brewing, distillation, and candle/fragrance production.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GINCAB: London Dry Gin du Cabestan – 50cl spirit produced from organic botanical maceration in organic alcohol, distilled in a traditional copper pot still.
• El Cabestano
• VODCAB
• HIBISCAB
• WHICAB
• Esprit de Bière

Products and services

• LA BLONDE – Organic Craft Beer (33cl and 75cl) Organic blonde craft beer, high fermentation, unfiltered, unpasteurized, refermented in bottle. Made with barley and wheat malts, hops, and yeast, offering aromas of caramel, honey, and subtle herbal, fruity, and citrus notes. Available in 33cl (carton €36.00) and 75cl (carton €33.00) formats.
• L'AMBREE – Organic Amber Craft Beer (33cl and 75cl) Organic amber-colored craft beer from Maison Cabestan, available in 33cl and 75cl bottle formats.
• L'IPA – Organic India Pale Ale Craft Beer (33cl and 75cl) Organic India Pale Ale craft beer from Maison Cabestan, available in 33cl and 75cl bottle formats.
• LA BLANCHE BRUNE – Organic White-Brown Craft Beer (33cl and 75cl) Organic white-brown craft beer from Maison Cabestan, available in 33cl and 75cl bottle formats.
• GINCAB – London Dry Gin London Dry Gin (50cl, €39.50) made from 9 botanicals macerated in organic alcohol, distilled in a traditional copper pot still. Features juniper berries, pine, spices, and fine citrus and woodland notes.
• VODCAB – Organic Vodka Organic vodka (€39.50) from Maison Cabestan, distilled in the traditional copper pot still.
• HIBISCAB – Hibiscus Organic Spirit Organic hibiscus-flavored spirit (€39.50) from Maison Cabestan.
• WHICAB – Whisky-Based Spirit Whisky-based spirit (€55.00) produced by Maison Cabestan.
• Esprit de Bière – Beer Spirit Distillate Beer-flavored spirit distillate (€41.50) produced by Maison Cabestan.
• El Cabestano Blanc – Organic White Rum (Rhum Blanc bio) Organic white rum (€39.50–€45.00) from Maison Cabestan.
• El Cabestano Ambré – Organic Amber Rum (Rhum Ambré bio) Organic amber rum (€39.50–€45.00) from Maison Cabestan.
• Coffret Spiritueux – Spirits Gift Box Gift box (€55.00) containing a selection of Maison Cabestan spirits.
• Scented Candles (Bougies Artisanales) Artisanal scented candles (€22.00 standard; €19.00 seasonal promotional) in 12 scents including Jardin Secret, Rayon de Lune, Battements de cœur, Murmures des Landes, Pique Nique sur la Dune, Vent d'ange, Brume entre deux mers, L'invitation au voyage, Rose, Camomille, Sauge, Iris, and Luz (Christmas). Each candle comes with a branded cotton pouch.
• Interior Perfumes (Parfums d'intérieur) Artisanal interior perfumes (€18.00 each) in matching scent profiles to the candles, including Jardin Secret, L'invitation au voyage, Vent d'ange, Battements de cœur, Murmures des Landes, Pique Nique sur la Dune, Rayon de lune, Brume entre deux mers, and Luz (Christmas).
• Fragrance Diffusers (Diffuseurs de Parfums d'ambiance) Reed diffuser home fragrances in four scents: A l'orée des pins (pine forest), Toute la douceur du monde (gentle), Camille rêve (dreamy), and L'envolée (uplifting).
• Creative Workshops (Ateliers Cabestan) Educational and creative workshops for amateurs covering brewing, gin distillation, rum distillation, whisky creation from fermentation to distillation, whisky blending, mixology initiation, candle and interior fragrance creation, Bach flowers introduction, batch cooking, appetizer preparation, herbal tea art, sourdough bread making, and seasonal workshops such as advent wreath creation.
• Professional Training – Formations Pro Brasserie Distillerie (Academy) Professional training programs for aspiring brewers and distillers, delivered through the Maison Cabestan Academy.
• Façonnage – Custom Contract Manufacturing (Brassage et Distillerie à façon) Custom contract brewing and distillation services for businesses and entrepreneurs, including custom candle and interior fragrance design. Allows clients to launch artisanal beverage or scented product lines without their own production facilities.
• Event Hosting (Événementiel) Event hosting services including tastings, private venue rental, and private events at the Sainte-Croix-du-Mont facility.

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Giffard: French family-owned liqueur and spirits producer based in the Loire region. Comparable as a French family craft spirits producer with traditional production methods, similar to Maison Cabestan's artisanal positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Rémy Cointreau: Global French spirits group operating cognac, liqueur, and spirits brands. Comparable as a broad French incumbent in the spirits industry, though operating at vastly different scale.
• Pernod Ricard: Global French spirits and wine group. Comparable as a broad French incumbent across the spirits industry, providing context on the larger competitive landscape Maison Cabestan operates in.

Direct peers

• Distillerie de Paris: Paris-based craft distillery producing gin, vodka, and other spirits with a hands-on experiential brand. Similar to Maison Cabestan in being a French craft distillery offering both products and consumer workshops/experiences.
• Brasserie de la Loire: French craft brewery producing organic and artisanal beers with a focus on local terroir. Comparable to Maison Cabestan as a French craft brewery producing organic beers and similar beer styles.
• Distillerie de la Salève: Independent French craft distillery producing organic gin and other spirits in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Comparable to Maison Cabestan as a small French organic craft distillery marketing directly to consumers.
• Bellevoye: French craft whisky producer with a focus on artisanal production and brand-led storytelling. Comparable to Maison Cabestan as a small French craft distillery producing premium whisky-based spirits with an emphasis on origin and craftsmanship.
• A. de Fussigny: Independent French cognac house producing artisanal spirits with traditional methods and a strong brand identity. Comparable to Maison Cabestan as a French craft spirits producer leveraging traditional production and origin storytelling.
• Maison Rozelieures: French family-run craft distillery producing whisky and spirits with an emphasis on terroir and origin. Directly comparable to Maison Cabestan as a French family artisanal producer combining craft production with strong brand storytelling.
• Maison Ferrand: French craft producer of cognac and artisanal spirits using traditional pot still distillation. Directly comparable as a French craft distillery producing branded spirits with artisanal methods, similar to Maison Cabestan's copper pot still approach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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