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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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Le Syndicat
Paris - FranceThis inimitable bar waves the flag for French spirits and, of course, serves up some delicious Calvados-based cocktails.
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Coupette
London - United KingdomInspired by France, but proudly London-based, Coupette is a Calvados institution on the other side of the Channel. With its French moniker and relaxed ambience, Coupette has quickly become one of the most important bars on the international scene. “Apples” is one of its most iconic cocktails.
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The Northman
Chicago - United StatesThis place is an ode to cider and Calvados in the heart of the Windy City. A wide variety of dishes are available to complement the ciders and innovative cocktails which can be enjoyed on the waterfront terrace.
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L’Edulis
Granville - NormandyA lover of regional products, Jonathan Datin serves up a finely-crafted and succulent cuisine often involving Calvados in one way or another. Sometimes it is even combined with a delicious Chausey blue lobster…
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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 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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Gill
Rouen - NormandyBoasting two Michelin stars, this is an important restaurant on the Normandy culinary scene. One of chef Gilles Tournadre’s specialities is his Calvados soufflé, served as a grand finale to round off an amazing meal.
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L’Auberge du Président
Cormeilles - NormandyLocated in the heart of the Pays d’Auge, the Auberge du Président is an authentic and elegant Normandy auberge. Don’t forget to order the monkfish medallion with Calvados when you dine at this gastronomic auberge oozing Pays d’Auge charm.
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Le Central
Trouville - NormandyCome and check out the after-dinner drinks list at this Trouville institution.
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Roquette
Seattle - United StatesLocated in the heart of the Belltown district, Roquette is a tribute to French spirits. Calvados figures prominently on its imaginative cocktail menu. At the helm you will find Erik Hakinnen, one of the most influential bartenders in the U.S.
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La Fabrique
Caen - NormandyLocated on one of the oldest squares in Caen, Place Saint-Sauveur, La Fabrique Côté Terre welcomes its customers in a bright, comfortable ambience. Here you can sip on several original Calvados cocktails.
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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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