Le Gin de Christian Drouin Pira is not your typical gin, it’s the meeting of Normandy’s orchard soul and French distilling artistry. Born from the same family that perfected Calvados, this gin captures the aroma of ripe pears carried by the coastal breeze. The first sip feels like wandering through an apple-and-pear orchard at dawn, the air crisp, the fruit dewy, and the promise of craftsmanship unmistakable.

Le Gin de Christian Drouin Pira Pear
Brand: Christian Drouin | Category: French Gin | ABV: 42% | Origin: Normandy, France | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Fragrant and delicate, think just-cut pears mingling with floral notes and a hint of citrus zest.
Palate: Silky and refined, revealing layers of fresh fruit, soft juniper, and subtle spice that unfold like a gentle melody.
Finish: Long and elegant, with lingering sweetness from the pear and a whisper of pepper and herbs.

Production Details:
Each bottle begins with a base of apple and pear distillate from Drouin’s own orchards, an homage to the house’s Calvados roots. The gin is infused with a carefully chosen selection of botanicals, each distilled separately to preserve its purest aroma before being blended in perfect harmony. The “Pira” edition highlights the Williams pear, celebrated for its juicy texture and aromatic depth.

Perfect For:
An afternoon aperitif under warm light, a few friends gathered, and your glass fizzing with your FREE Singha Soda and a thin slice of pear. It’s elegance without effort, refreshing, refined, and quietly luxurious.

Expert Notes:
Highly regarded by bartenders and connoisseurs alike, Le Gin Pira is celebrated for its poise and originality. Its orchard fruit base offers a roundness rarely found in traditional gins, making it both mixable and deeply sippable.

Customer Reviews:
“Beautifully smooth. You can actually taste the pear, it’s not perfume, it’s real fruit.”
“A French masterpiece. Soft, aromatic, and dangerously easy to drink.”
“Tried it with Singha Soda and a pear slice, now it’s my favorite weekend ritual.”

Interesting Fact:
Christian Drouin was one of the first Calvados producers to explore gin-making, blending the DNA of apple and pear spirits with botanicals to create a spirit that bridges Normandy tradition and modern mixology.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve it over ice with Singha Soda and a slice of fresh pear or cucumber. For a bolder take, try it in a French 75, its fruit-forward character pairs beautifully with Champagne and a squeeze of lemon.

Distillery Background:
The Drouin family has been crafting Calvados in Normandy for three generations, earning global acclaim for their orchard-based spirits. Their distillery, surrounded by apple and pear trees, is a place where patience and precision rule. With Le Gin, they’ve reimagined their heritage in a new form, bottling the very essence of Normandy’s orchards in every pour.