Beers and Spirits

Hand-crafted in the Dordogne Valley

Famous throughout the world for its gastronomy, the Dordogne Valley is equally full of flavours when it comes to drinks. Whether you’re into craft beers from small local breweries or spirits from artisan distilleries, there’s plenty to discover across the region.
Each producer brings their own twist, often highlighting the character of the local land.
And of course, a little reminder: please enjoy responsibly.

Craft Beers

Refreshing and full of local character

A valley full of hops

When the sun’s out and café terraces are buzzing, nothing beats a cold beer. It’s the perfect excuse to try something brewed locally. From crisp blondes, fruity styles or more adventurous hop-forward recipes, the Dordogne Valley has you covered.

Micro-breweries in the Corrèze

Here are a few you’ll come across in the Corrèze, each with its own personality:

Brasserie du Causse in Larche
Known for creative recipes using local ingredients, including their own hop fields. Stand-out brews include Eva Persica (with peach), The Bohemian Raspberry and La Triple du Démon.
Brasserie des Anges in Chamboulive
A very traditional set-up, brewing in a wood-fired copper cauldron, fermenting in oak barrels and using pure water from the Monédières hills. Expect unusual flavours like a raspberry blonde, a saison brewed with wild hops, and even a buckwheat white beer. Visit and tasting at the brewery upon reservation.
Brasserie Gaillarde in Brive-la-Gaillarde
A city brewery with a strong focus on sustainability, from production to packaging. You’ll find their beers in shops, bars and at their own Estaminet taproom on site. Don’t miss BeeNouzz, made with local honey.
La Banou in Brive-la-Gaillarde
A brewery and lively meeting spot in the city centre, with a strong local identity. They brew beers such as La Printanière and also host regular themed nights and events.
Brasserie Petit Monde in Bassignac-le-Bas
One of the newest breweries in the Corrèze, set up in a former cattle shed. They focus on regional grains and hops, with a sustainable and cooperative approach. Try Grain de Sable, their easy-drinking blonde.

Further downstream

Brasserie La Lutine in Limeuil
Brewing since 2001 in one of “Les Plus Beaux Villages de France.” Organic, artisanal and proudly local, their beers range from classic and crisp to hop-driven and experimental, always with a touch of terroir.
Effrontad – Farmhouse Brewery in Beaumont-du-Périgord
Run by two women Maëva and Isabelle, this is a true “beer from the farm,” brewed with cereals grown on their own land. The beers are light, fruity and very enjoyable, and they’ve already won gold medals in Paris and Lyon. You can also visit the brewery.

Spirits

Tradition in every drop

Spirit of the valley

If beer is the laid-back drink for a sunny terrace, spirits are where the Dordogne Valley shows its depth and heritage. From century-old distilleries to bold new projects, the region has a long tradition of turning fruits, plants and even flowers into liqueurs and brandies.

The best part? You can often visit, meet the makers, and enjoy a tasting right where the magic happens.

Highlights in Brive

Denoix Distillery in Brive-la-Gaillarde
In business since 1839 and certified as a Living Heritage Company, Denoix is a true temple of liqueur making. Their signature creations feature local walnuts (Suprême Denoix and Quinquinoix), rare liqueurs and even Brive’s famous violet mustard. Step inside the beautiful 19th-century distillery, soak up the incredible aromas and enjoy a guided tasting.
Bellet Distillery in Brive-la-Gaillarde
A family affair passed down through four generations, Bellet has been producing liqueurs and syrups for over 100 years. Their speciality? Capturing the essence of mountain plants and fruits from southwest France, bringing forgotten flavours back to life.

©Photo Distillerie Denoix. 2|klaus Ramshorn

In the Corrèze

Lou Pé Dé Gril in Curemonte
In one of France’s “Most Beautiful Villages,” François Guionie has turned dandelion into a house specialty. Alongside jams and chutneys, you’ll find a dandelion flower aperitif made from an ancestral family recipe. A real taste of the countryside!
Distillerie de la Diège in Égletons
For over 60 years, this distillery has been producing gentian aperitifs, fruit brandies (pear, plum, chestnut, blueberry…), and syrups, all crafted with traditional methods.
Distillerie Rougerie et Fils in Maussac
Founded in 1800 and still run by the Rougerie family five generations later. Specialists in natural fruit brandies, they welcome visitors year-round for free tastings and tours.

Further down the Dordogne Valley

Louis Roque Distillery in Souillac
Since 1905, the Roque family has perfected La Vieille Prune, a plum brandy now served in some of France’s finest restaurants. Visit the Distillery Museum, take a guided tour and sample their famous spirit.
Distillerie de l’Òrt in Montignac-Lascaux
A young, eco-driven distillery set up by a brother-sister duo on their grandparents’ farm. They grow their own aromatic plants and distill gins, pastis and vermouth in a solar-powered still, unique in France!
Clovis Reymond Distillery in Villamblard
With nearly two centuries of know-how, Clovis Reymond is all about tradition: fruit brandies, liqueurs, and syrups distilled in copper stills, passed down through the generations.