Fougerolles-Saint-Valbert’s cherry-growing expertise is not only a precious heritage but also a national accolade. In December 2018, “la culture de la cerise de Fougerolles” and “la distillation du Kirsch de Fougerolles” were listed as part of France’s intangible cultural heritage, an honour that highlights the importance of this tradition.
Fougerolles kirsch, with its Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (AOC) obtained in May 2010, is the jewel in the crown of this tradition. The production of this precious elixir, as well as other eaux de vie, is the fruit of know-how shared between cherry growers, distillers and distillers. This cooperation is at the heart of cherry traditions and helps to preserve this unique know-how.
Ageing granary in a distillery in Fougerolles 
A producer holds freshly harvested cherries from Fougerolles - Vosges du Sud
Distillerie fougerollaise - The cellar (or storage room) 
Bottles of Fougerolles AOC Kirsch
