DOMAINE DES ARÔMES FRANÇAIS
CUSTOM DISTILLATION
Fixed distillery in Drôme or mobile unit on your farm. You cultivate. We distill starting at 1 ton of plant material.
Your harvest. Our distillery.
Do you have a harvest to process? Without investing in a still or spending three seasons learning the distiller’s trade.
But more importantly, you need to plan ahead: reserve a slot before the campaign and secure your harvest output before it’s even cut.
Capacity
3 Vessels of 3m³
Drums of 180-200kg for packaging
3 trucks available for transportation
Rates
Fixed distillery: From 0.55 €/kg-steam and 1 ton of fresh material depending on species and volume.
Mobile distillery: on quote starting at 100 hectares.
For all profiles
PPAM producers · GIEE · Agricultural cooperatives · Farmers · Herbalists and foragers · Cosmetic brands · Formulators · Laboratories ·
2025 harvest of Lovage Leaf with our mobile distillery
Why SHOULD YOU custom distill?
Zero capital tied up
A professional still can cost anywhere from €15,000 to €80,000, excluding maintations. Contract distillation is a variable cost — from €0.55/kg with us.
Consistent quality from the first batch
Our master distiller is trained in the specific techniques for each plant: laveou don't spend three seasons learning to calibrate a still. You receive compliantessential oil from day one.
Mobile distillation on your farm
We also come to you. Distillation can take place within hours of harvest using our mobile distillation unit: maximum freshness, optimal yield, with transport logistics handled on our end.
Documentation ready to share
Analysis report, SDS, organic certificate, technical data sheet: everything is provided with every batch. Whether a buyer requests it or you prefer us to sell on your behalf, rigorous documentation is non-negotiable.
Our method, step by step
Sourcing & raw material intake
You bring your plants, or we come and distil them directly on your farm using our mobile unit. We also grow our own crops in the Drôme and Isère, and work with a network of partner producers across France and Belgium for species we do not cultivate ourselves. Together with our partners, we can provide a fully integrated service — from plant genetics selection tailored to your specifications, through to final product packaging.
Distillation
Distillation parameters — duration, pressure, temperature, steam flow — are adjusted species by species to preserve the integrity of active compounds and the plant's natural biochemistry. All carried out in our 3 m³ stills.
Quality control
Every batch undergoes chromatographic analysis (GC-MS) and pesticide/PAH testing. The full analysis report is included with each delivery.
Packaging
We package in 180–200 kg barrels. Amber glass bottles are available on request for small private label volumes.
Regulatory documentation
Everything you need to sell, without chasing paperwork: technical data sheet,anic certificate and chromatographic analysis report — provided with every batch.
Compliance blending
Drawing on our expertise in aromatic and medicinal plants and the diversity o, we are able to carry out the blending required to bring a production batch intocompliance with your specific quality specifications.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum quantity for custom distillation?
We work from 1 tonne for our fixed distillery. The key requirement is that the raw material is available in sufficient quantity to fill the vat and achieve a viable yield.
Does contract distillation allow me to market my product as organic?
Yes, provided your plants come from certified organic farming. We support you through the documentation process to ensure organic certification transfers to your end buyers.
Can we schedule a distillation in advance according to the season?
It is actually recommended. We run seasonal campaigns — lavender in July, immortelle in June, rosemary in spring. Booking early guarantees your slot and ensures optimal processing conditions.
Do you provide analysis reports for each distillation?
Yes, systematically. A chromatographic analysis report (GC/HPLC), safety data sheet (SDS) and organic certificate are issued with every batch.
Do you distill citrus fruits?
We do not distil citrus by steam — it is not the appropriate process. For citrus essential oils, we work with specialist cold-press partners and can connect you with them if needed.
Do you offer multi-year contracts for regular producers?
Yes. For farmers and partners with a consistent annual volume, we offer multi-year supply agreements providing secured capacity and stable commercial terms.
Can you come and distil directly on my farm?
Yes. Our mobile distillation unit can travel to your site. This is particularly suited to delicate plants where freshness is critical. Contact us to assess feasibility based on your location and volumes.
You have a harvest. We have the distillery.
Tell us what you grow, where you are, and what you want to do with it. We respond within 48 hours with feasibility and an initial estimate.