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Bars, hotels, restaurants, delicatessens, wine stores, you’ll find Calvados everywhere. In Normandy, in France, and all over the world.
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The Flying Dutchmen
Amsterdam - The NetherlandsFancy a Calvados cocktail by the canal? Visit this institution of the Dutch cocktail scene and fixture of Amsterdam nightlife.
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Rue Ecuyère
Caen - NormandyThis street is the epicentre of student life in Caen. The speciality here is the Embuscade, a cocktail made from lager, white wine and Calvados and invented in Normandy. While you’re in Rue Ecuyère, pop in to see Nathan at the Speakeasy and ask him to introduce you to the “Demoiselle”…
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Le Central
Trouville - NormandyCome and check out the after-dinner drinks list at this Trouville institution.
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Le Pot d’Etain
Manerbe - NormandyThis restaurant’s “cuisine de terroir” menu is based on seasonal produce usually sourced from local farms. It is an ode to the Normandy “art de vivre” in all its simplicity.
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“Le Green” at the Hôtel du Golf
Deauville - NormandyCome and take a deep dive into one of the finest collections of Calvados at Le Green, where the red and wood decor has a distinctly British feel about it. Take in the breathtaking view from the 180° terrace.
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Le bar du Normandy
Caen - NormandySituated in a perfect location in Deauville’s town centre, facing the Planches de la Manche beaches, this iconic Côte Fleurie establishment boasts a cocktail menu in which Calvados has pride of place. Marc-Jean has been officiating here for 32 years.
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Calvador カルバドール
Kyoto - JapanThis amazing place is tucked away in the very heart of the former imperial capital of Japan. Owner Hiroyuki Takayama offers a selection of over 200 different Calvados selected during his many trips to Normandy.
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Bar Stag
Fukuoka - JapanAt the northern tip of the island of Kyushu in Japan, there is a temple dedicated to Calvados! Tonohaki Wasai will be delighted to have you try his finest vintages and cocktails for which only he knows the secret. Ask for the Normandy Highball!
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Le Bar Hemingway — Hôtel Ritz
Paris - FranceProbably one of the most mythical hotels in the world. Pop along to its Hemingway Bar (named after the famous writer who used to hang out there) and ask head bartender Colin Field to serve you the ‘Serendipity’, his signature cocktail made from Champagne and Calvados
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Le Baligan
Cabourg - NormandySpecialising in fish and seafood, the team at le Baligan brings you all the freshness of the open sea. Calvados is particularly appreciated and showcased here in both the cocktails and the desserts. And, of course, it is also available as an after-dinner drink.
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La Ferme de Billy
Rots - NormandyCome and enjoy some tasty local cuisine, in the form of a colourful and copious brunch, in a friendly and cosy atmosphere. Tasteful décor, comfy sofas, XXL tables for large groups or a quiet table for two. The cherry on the cake? The orchards are right next door!
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The Brandy Library
New York - United StatesThis is THE place for brandy in New York. Here you will find over 50 different Calvados that you can enjoy neat or mixed in cocktails. This high-end bar is located in the heart of New York’s Tribeca district.
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