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Québec’s craft beverage producers have created a range of original beverages, some of which stem from our particular climate. Ice cider, made with frozen apples, is a perfect example. Whether they’re sweet, fruity, hoppy, dry or bold, Québec beverages are all bursting with flavour and creativity.

These products are available at the Société des alcools du Québec (SAQ), speciality boutiques, supermarkets and some public markets across Québec.

Here are a few refreshing suggestions:

Ciders and wine
Without a doubt, ice ciders are one of Québec’s classic alcoholic beverages. When paired with a good Québec cheese, these will be sure to please the most avid epicureans.

Québec wines and standard ciders also pair very well with cheese. Many vineyards and cider houses open their doors to visitors looking to learn more about their trade, and even sample and purchase their products on-site. Moreover, speciality road circuits take those on the hunt for new flavours on specifically designed journeys.

Beers
Québec’s microbreweries work hard to please beer enthusiasts. Québec beers are truly original, brewed with care, and even amaze the World Beer Awards’ top tasters!

Liqueurs
Delectably sweet, Québec liqueurs stand out through the original contributions of their ingredients, including honey, syrup and blackcurrant, among others. Also, don’t miss out on meads, blackcurrant liqueurs and maple whiskeys!

Non-alcoholic beverages
As a major fruit and vegetable producer, Québec stands out through its apple-, cranberry- and blueberry-growing operations. Their harvests produce fresh, delicious juices high in vitamins and antioxidants. Rhubarb juice is yet another original fruit beverage you’ll be glad to discover! These products are available in several public markets and grocery stores across Québec.

Artists
Artists are happy to welcome both enthusiasts and collectors in their boutiques, galleries and workshops. Moreover, several visual arts events are held in various regions across Québec. Québec’s painters, whether they favour a contemporary, classical or naive style, will amaze you through their forms, compositions and colours.

Moreover, you can take some time in the summer to visit workshops and studios that dot various art circuits. This is a unique opportunity to meet with and talk to Québec artists in their production spaces.

Rich in history and know-how, Aboriginal art has something to offer any art aficionados. Indeed, the renown of soapstone carvings and lithographs from the Far North has grown considerably. Furthermore, clothing accessories made by First Nations and Inuit artists, along with items inspired by their day-to-day lives, have long fascinated curious minds. Authentic dream catchers protect against the most terrible dreams. Montréal’s La Guilde is an important modern art gallery showcasing Inuit and First Nations artwork, as well as avant-garde arts and crafts.

Artisans
Québec boasts a wide range of talented artists. Potters, glassmakers, jewellers, weavers, woodworkers and other artisans produce surprising, original work! In fact, their creativity stand out against the world’s top talent.

Several arts and craft fairs are held throughout the year in various regions across Québec. During the holiday season, Christmas markets are the perfect place to find gifts made by local artists.

Moreover, various routes and circuits enable visitors to discover such sought-after products, which are also available at many other points of sale in Québec.

In Old Montréal, Marché Bonsecours features several Québec artists, artisans and creators. Truly a place to discover! Moreover, Québec City’s Petit Champlain district also showcases several Québec artists.

Antique shops and flea markets
The many antique dealers and flea markets dotting the province enable collectors to find unique items from Québec’s rich heritage. Montréal’s Notre-Dame West Street is also renowned for its many antique shops, while Amherst Street features plenty of vintage furniture dealers. Lastly, Québec City’s Saint-Paul Street boasts a few locations.