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Beer is on a roll in Charente-Maritime! Although this craft brewery was originally set up in Normandy, it moved into a former canning factory in 2019. Today, it's a delight for those who want to enjoy thirst-quenching beers crafted with passion. The beers are beautifully labeled and made with quality ingredients. At the end of the year, you'll find ephemeral beers with surprising flavors!

Established since 2016 in a small Charente village, Brasserie des Gabariers is a charming regional microbrewery that brews unique, high-quality beers. Situated between vineyards and cereals, it produces top- and bottom-fermented beers with a capacity of 7,500 hectoliters. Its brewers create "traditional" beers as well as original recipes based on Cognac XO and Pineau des Charentes, drawing on local know-how in blending. It's a great address for craft beer lovers in search of new flavors.

Bière de Sarlat is the brainchild of two enthusiasts, Xavier Gombert and Jean Yves Fauste. One is an agricultural engineer, the other a world paragliding champion. They set up their craft brewery three years ago, investing in modern tools and using high-quality, GMO-free ingredients. Brassée 24" is available in brown, blond, amber and even walnut liqueur! They were awarded a gold medal for their blond beer at the 2019 Salon de l'agriculture.

Ready to embark on a surprising journey? Welcome to Avenue de la Plage, in this movie set where an old boat has run aground. This is where three funny pirates have decided to stop and brew beers with evocative names: Diabolito, Jolly Roger, Bourre-pif... These guys are not kidding when it comes to selecting the ingredients and they have a lot of imagination to create original recipes. To fully appreciate the flavor of these beers, you must meet the crew and visit the brewery. So, let's get to it!

This is the story of Louis and Marguerite, who in 1968 set up a farm in La Chapelle-Thireuil. Converted to organic farming over 30 years ago, it is now farmed by their grandchildren, Thomas and Karine, who have created a brewery to enhance the farm's cereals. Their slogan: "From earth to beer". A distillery and canning facility have since been added to the project. They welcome you for a playful tour or for workshops on brewing their farmhouse beers.

After a degree in food processing, Vaal worked for several brewers; a field that was already part of his life since in Alsace, his native region, grandmothers brewed at home. During the tasting, he will explain the work of the brewer, the subtleties of fermentation, the different tastes and his creations (kiwi des Landes, saffron, apricot...). As Vaal and his wife Aurore are sensitive to ecology, they have planted an orchard that produces the fruits used to flavor their next beverages. To discover!

The store offers a wide selection of beers, wines, whiskies and rums, with over 1,000 references available. Customers can make their purchases in-store or choose the in-store collection option. The store also offers a number of services, such as beer taps for private events, advice on food and wine pairing, gift vouchers and tasting workshops. For wine and spirits lovers, V and B Niort is a must-visit during your stay in Niort.

Objectif Malt, a cellar dedicated to independent beers with more than 500 references from around the world in the heart of old Bayonne. A beautiful panel of Basque and international beers that you can discover, taste and take away without hesitation, all with the advice of Franck, the "houblonneur" of the place! Every week, there are new arrivals from various craft breweries; French, Belgian, English, Spanish, etc. Boxes and glasses are also available, which are gift ideas to be consumed without complex, but always with moderation.

Two young brewers have launched this craft brewery, the only one in the heart of the Bordeaux vineyards. They have seven kinds of very creative beers, marketed under the BBF brand: Lager, American Ale, English IPA, Session IPA, Blanche verveine, Ambrée and Blonde Belgian each with its own character and personality. On site, they organize events including tastings with partners such as Makito Bordeaux - Sushiburrito & Poké, Les Fromages de Manon in Talence or Gargantoine des Halles de Bacalan and its famous pintxos.

With more than 300 different beers, including a majority of Belgian beers, beer lovers need not worry! As for the neophytes, they can count on the knowledge of the owners. Once you've done your shopping, you can enjoy your beer fresh on the spot. The atmosphere of the Beer Bar really invites you to linger and appreciate the bubbles and the bitterness. The establishment has a large screen for sports broadcasts. Concerts, tasting... This cellar is a real good address for the amateurs of convivial evenings.

Since 2006,Etxeko Bob's Beer has been a craft brewery in the heart of the Basque Country, where passionate brewers have been crafting beers of character using the finest natural ingredients and meticulous brewing processes for over 17 years. These beers contain only barley and wheat malts, hops, mountain spring water and yeast. The brewery's name was chosen by Bob, an Englishman and Basque by adoption. Try the classics: blonde, white, IPA, amber, brown; as well as limited edition creations!

Beer lovers will be won over by this cellar featuring over 500 references of local and international spirits and beers. You can even accompany your drink with nibbles (sausages, cheeses, terrines...). A warm welcome awaits you, and you can rely on the team, always available, to give you the advice you need to suit your tastes. Special evenings, theme evenings and other events are regularly organized to encourage socializing!

Although La Cervoiserie was originally based in La Rochelle, it has been based in Rochefort for several years now. Many beer lovers come here! It's true that the place is easy to get to, since it's located in the artisanal zone, and the atmosphere is always friendly. It's the place to be if you want to enjoy a beer with friends, a rugby match and a few slices of sausage. You'll be greeted by a dynamic team who will advise you on the hundreds of references available.

Abarratia is an autonomous Basque beer brand, brewed in Ayherre with renewable energy using water from the Uhaldegaraia spring, and with malts and hops grown in the Basque country in an eco-responsible approach. It is available in cans, which makes it easier to store and transport, and reduces breakage. Other advantages of cans: they're easier to recycle than glass, and therefore more environmentally friendly, and the beer retains all its aromas! Available in blond, white, session IPA, abbey and amber.

Make no mistake: "Ailleurs-la-gnac" is not a village in Périgord Noir, but an excellent beer brewed by a micro-brewery in Rouffignac. Sold at local markets as far afield as Périgueux, it's a great incentive to prepare locavore aperitifs (and bring back authentic sparkling souvenirs - there's something for everyone). Keep an eye on the Facebook page for information on the brewers' presence at local events (which you'll discover at the same time).

Established since 2016 in the small village of Coly, this microbrewery has what it takes to seduce fans of hopped bubbles. From the great classics to "craft beers" made from more traditional raw materials, not forgetting fruity beers ideal for summer aperitifs, Chavagn' excels. Perhaps it's because the brewers use pure water from the Coly stream to make their beverages? Come and discover these specialities at the boutique, open all year round, or at local markets.

The founders of the Brasserie Artisanale Bio La Nòvé wanted to create a local organic artisanal brewery, which is the human alchemy. It was born in September 2019, constituted as a SCOP. It is part of the Social and Solidarity Economy and therefore has a dual economic and social project. It is on a former military site called ESCAT that the Brasserie La Nòvé has come to lay its bottles and malt. This site is atypical, the vestige of a disappeared Perigord industry.

There's no doubt that beer-lovers passing through will be turning to local beers. The beers from Brasserie naturelle des Landes are organic. As well as the store, where you're guaranteed the widest choice and the best advice, you can visit the brewery to find out more about the brewing process and the production of their organic lemonade and cola. Brasserie Naturelle des Landes is part of the Tourisme Gourmand des Landes network.

Located in a small downtown street, this stall is dedicated to beers. But not just any beers: only those from French craft breweries. As you enter, you'll meet Cloé, a passionate brewer who will guide you with a smile through this colorful world. The bottles - over 450 references - come from all over France, even from Charente-Maritime. Amber, blond, fruity... you'll even find ephemeral beers!

The Argentonnay craft brewery, which produces several kraft beers: blond, white, pale and flavored (chocolate, honey...). It also produces the excellent Mon Chéri gin. Le P'tit Brasseur opens its doors to you every Saturday afternoon, between a tour of the facilities and a tasting session. It's not uncommon for the festivities to continue (especially in summer) until 9pm, with planks to share and homemade pizzas. To find out more: visit Insta or Facebook.

When a native of the North moves to the Périgord, he brings with him a taste for beer! Among the 220 different beers (for over 300 references) you'll find in this beer cellar, there's plenty that smacks of the Nord, from the Aisne to Belgium, not forgetting the Oise. The grandson of a brewer, Arnaud advises with taste and good humor in this unusual cellar, built entirely of Périgord stone. Whether you're looking for a prestigious beer or a more everyday reference, he'll be able to guide you every step of the way!

Brasserie de Bellefois, a historic brewery in the Vienne region, continues to tantalize the taste buds. Ideally located, its Brew Pub, a bar beautifully decorated in wood and metal, is the perfect place to enjoy tapas or a plank, a dish from the nearby foodtruck, watch a match broadcast or a concert and, of course, enjoy a Neuville beer. Bellefois is constantly expanding its range of seasonal beers, IPAs and organic beers, all of which can be found in the boutique. For the curious, tours of the brewery are available by appointment for groups of 10 or more.

It is in the pretty village of Salles that the Weasel of the Brasserie du Val de Sèvre is hiding. On the labels of the beverages, she poses, not without humor. In this micro-brewery, David Ollivier will only offer you organic beers, produced with barley from Poitou-Charentes, hops from the Vendée and sometimes even from the rooms, since the brewery has its own hop field. As for the taste, La Belette remains traditional. The brewer produces and bottles on the spot.

Brasserie Pontacus is a microbrewery located in Pontacq, in southwest France. It offers a wide selection of craft beers, as well as a boutique where visitors can buy their products. The brewery also features a brewpub, where customers can sample the beers on site and enjoy a meal. A drive-through service is also available for those wishing to take their beers home with them.

La Cave 45 is a friendly place where wine lovers can find what they're looking for. Their wine selection boasts over 430 references, ranging from star wines to favorites, from gourmet wines to friends' wines. You'll also find over 170 spirits, 80 craft beers and a selection of delicatessen items. La Cave 45 regularly organizes wine tasting evenings hosted by enthusiastic producers.

A warm, friendly establishment, where Jean-Laurent, a brewer by training and passion, welcomes you and advises you with his team. Take a trip into the world of beer that only he knows how to unearth. White, brown, blonde, triple, India Pale Ale, Trappist beers... and the 8' TIZZ-brewers label created with a friend. You can also share and nibble on a "homemade" flammekueche and other sweets over a game of darts, or at a concert, DJ, karaoke or blind test... A place that delights hop lovers and those who enjoy evenings out with friends.

Brasserie de la Vézère is a microbrewery located in Uzerche, in the heart of the Limousin region. Since 2013, it has been producing a range of craft beers with the "Agriculture Biologique" and "Nature&Progrès" labels. The beers are brewed in the traditional way, without filtration or pasteurization, and are naturally carbonated by refermentation in the bottle. The brewery offers a permanent range of 6 organic beers, as well as short-lived brews and seasonal cuvées. Beers are available in 33cl and 75cl bottles, as well as 20L and 30L kegs. The brewery has a boutique where visitors can buy beers directly, as well as other artisanal, organic and/or local products. It is also possible to taste the beers on site, at the counter at the foot of the vats or on the terrace by the river. The brewery also organizes concert evenings and other occasional events.

Patrick and William Ludger are two brothers born in Pauillac. After different and busy careers, they decided to create their craft brewery in the heart of the Médoc, as a sort of return to the land where they were born. They work with quality products, from French organic agriculture while also favoring local products. The Premium range is regional with local references, including animals well known to the Médoc inhabitants: the Tourterelle is blonde, the Biche amber and the Civelle (another name for the pibale) white.