Wines and spirits Pontarlier

You cannot schedule a getaway in Pontarlier without stopping at Rue des Lavaux. It is there that the last renowned communal distillery with its stills and centenary tuns - probably the most prestigious heritage of the country of Absinthe - are found. Founded in 1890 by Armand Guy, it produces top quality items and offers an instructive visit inside. The secrets of manufacturing are preserved for an exact match with the flavours of the past. Whether you are alone or accompanied, give in to the anise vapours of the "Pont" of spirits made from Gentian and other spirits with fir buds! You will learn a lot about absinthe, the manufacturing of the Pont and, above all, you can taste everything in order to visit the whole region in a pleasant way. Note that if you have trouble finding the Pont or absinthe once at home, you can order some by contacting the distillery!

François-Xavier Vitrac oversees this Haut-Doubs institution. 4 generations of know-how have created famous beverages such as the fir bud liqueur or the famous Pontarlier-Anis with green anise. Here again, absinthe is now also available as a liqueur. New products include Sapont, a Pontarlier with fir buds, and a book. And the taster's panoply of eaux-de-vie, cocktails and semi-confit fruits. The Distillerie has been awarded the "Entreprise du patrimoine vivant" (Living Heritage Company) distinction.

Like its Homologue counterpart, the Barthod boutique offers wines from large French varieties and foreign vineyards. There are also gourmet products from our regional soils, and of course you will enjoy tasting them with a good wine!

Sébastien Crelier believes that beer is more than a drink, but an art and that with his beer you will never look bad again! It must be admitted that the young brewer has a "good face" which is rather cheerful. The Haut-Doubiste from Pontarlier claims to brew beers that are sparkling with joy and that appeal to the eye as well as the palate. He prepares them with 100% organic barley. 5 regular references are available for sale, in 33 cl or even in casks. He will even convince you to try a new dessert called "Bièramistu"!

Since 1965, Caves Jacquot has set the standard in the Haut-Doubs region. You can discover over 2,000 references of wines, beers, spirits and even homemade syrups. This family-run business advises and selects quality products for its customers. You can find its stores in Pontarlier in Rue des Lavaux and in L'Abergement Sainte-Marie. The Jacquot family also boasts over 50 years' experience in event management (weddings, receptions, inaugurations...). We can help you with all your projects.