Organbidexka Pass, a unique destination for birdwatching in the Basque Country
Organbidexka Pass, a unique destination for birdwatching in the Basque Country
514 m - Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port
Not to be missed
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A BASQUE KNOW-HOW TO DISCOVER FROM THE INSIDE
Founded in 1897 and located in Ossès, in the heart of the Basque Country, Maison Brana is a must-visit for anyone interested in fine local products. It first made a name for itself with its Williams pear brandy, which has become a regional benchmark. Since then, the range has expanded considerably: brandies, fruit liqueurs, gins, and even a whisky, Laminak, the first whisky entirely brewed, distilled, and aged in the Basque Country. It has recently developed a line of aperitifs, including a pastis with Espelette pepper and red and white vermouths, both made with its brandies.
In 2018, a new distillery was built in Ossès, recognizable by its beautiful copper-colored facade. Spacious and modern, it houses three copper stills and now welcomes the public for guided tours.
Visits this summer
It's a wonderful way to spend an hour with family or friends (especially on a rainy day!). The guided tour, led by a member of the team, gives you access to the stills, explains the different stages of spirit production, and immerses you in the history of a distillery deeply rooted in its Basque heritage. The tour concludes with a tasting of Brana spirits.
The tours last approximately one hour, including a tasting. They are conducted in French, in groups of up to 10 people. The price is €12 per person, free for children under 12. Residents of Pyrénées-Atlantiques benefit from a reduced rate of €9 upon presentation of proof of residence.
Without a guided tour, the shop remains open all summer from Monday to Saturday from 10am to 1pm and from 2pm to 7pm, with free tasting without reservation for up to 5 people.
Practical information
Brana Distillery, 775 route d'Arrosa, Village des artisans, Ossès (64780).
Tel. 05 59 49 23 98.
A shop is also open in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port.
Maison Brana also owns a vineyard in Ispoure where it produces Irouléguy wines. The estate is open all summer and offers tours, sales, and on-site consumption of Brana products alongside local specialties. Learn more
Information and booking on Brana.fr, under the "Visits and Tastings" section
https://www.brana.fr/visite-et-degustations/
Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, consume in moderation
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