A Germain Hotels summer: seven patios and cocktails to enjoy
Summer is the perfect season for enjoying delicious cocktails that inspire you to “let go”. Feel like going for a drink in a place where you can experience the best that summer has to offer? Discover the most beautiful places nestled in our hotels across Canada where you can enjoy the perfect alcoholic drink or mocktail in Toronto, Ottawa, Saskatoon, Montreal, Charlevoix, and Quebec City!
First stop - Bar Le Germain
Le Germain Hotel Toronto Maple Leaf Square
Choosing the Bar Le Germain patio means not having to make any compromises. You can vibrate to the rhythm of Toronto all day long and stay downtown, while enjoying a cozy retreat where you can catch your breath and unwind. Experience summer in the city and let yourself be inspired by the contemporary decor of this terrace where you can enjoy a bite to eat before heading out to explore!
Our Apple Cider Margarita has it all! The strong flavour is a blend of white tequila and Grand Marnier. The sweet part is played by Thornbury microbrewery cider enhanced with a touch of maple. Everything is topped off with a good dose of lime juice which plays the role of the sour perfectly. The result? A unique version of an ever-popular classic!
Second stop – Bokeh on the Plaza
Alt Hotel Saskatoon
In downtown Saskatoon, this patio on the banks of the South Saskatchewan River welcomes you in a relaxed urban atmosphere where you can sip a creative signature cocktail and enjoy a platter generously garnished with local delights. It's the ideal place to enjoy a night out with friends, colleagues, or family. The decor is original and refreshing and there is no better place to enjoy the golden hour light. It's the perfect place to snap a few photos to hold on to some of the wonderful memories of your stop.
The star of the cocktail menu - High Tea
Do you want to think outside the box when choosing your next cocktail? Treat yourself to the High Tea, a drink that features Suntory Toki Japanese Whiskey, chai tea, honey ginger, a splash of simple syrup and bitters. A surprising combination of flavours that’s sure to leave a pleasant taste in your mouth.
Third stop - Le Bercail
Le Germain Charlevoix Hotel & Spa
What could be more pleasant than the feeling of coming home after enjoying the resort and the nature of Charlevoix? The patio at Le Bercail offers comfort in an atmosphere where relaxation and pleasure go hand in hand. On your plate, a host of fresh and simple local products will be in the spotlight. The view of the surrounding wide-open spaces will awaken all your senses during this stop that is well worth the detour.
The star of the cocktail menu - Verger Sour
You will love our REALLY good Sour cocktail: Le Verger Sour. It highlights apples and pears with Belle de brillet and Le Glacier ice cider from Cidrerie Vergers Pedneault . This creation from Le Bercail is topped with ginger ale, cinnamon powder, and lemon juice. There is no doubt that this exquisite blend will make your taste buds sing.
Fourth stop - romeo's gin patio
Le Germain Hotel Montreal
Looking for something new? Discover the romeo's gin patio which opened its doors at the end of June. Located at Le Germain Hotel Montreal, this highly creative venue is the result of a wonderful collaboration with romeo's gin, and is sure to energize you. Soak up the incomparable vibe of the city of Montreal as you sip an exclusive cocktail, inspired by the vibrant art of Canadian artist Michelle Hoogveld.
The star of the cocktail menu: the Gradients
Our Gradients is all about freshness. The star of this cocktail is undoubtedly the Roméo’s Gin V, an off-the-beaten-path alcohol flavoured with green grapes, honeydew melon, and lime. Simply mix it with lemon juice, honey syrup, and a little aloe vera juice to make it a real work of art on the palate.
Fifth stop - Bistango
Alt Hotel Quebec
Beautiful red parasols, soft lighting and carefully arranged plants make the Bistango terrace cozy, enveloping, and pleasant. The sunset and the reinvented versions of French and Italian classics from Anthony Coniglio's team will offer you the summer spectacle you have been waiting for on a visit to Quebec City. There are so many reasons to stop by: for a trendy aperitif, a gourmet coffee break, or a big celebratory meal.
The star of the cocktail menu - Sous les Tropiques
Just the name Sous les Tropiques, transports you somewhere else, doesn't it? This cocktail, with its beautiful red colour is sure to warm you up inside, while giving you a feeling of freshness in the mouth! Put Soho, rum, fruit juice, mint, raspberries and slices of lemon in the shaker and voilà!
Sixth stop - Victor Rooftop Terrace
Le Germain Hotel Toronto
The patio of the Victor is one of Toronto's best kept secrets! Its intimate, elegant and refined setting promises you a memorable experience. Located on the 11th floor of Le Germain Hotel Toronto, this oasis of peace perched on the roof offers you a new view of downtown Toronto. Sit back and enjoy a colourful menu inspired by French cuisine from the New World. It’s the perfect place to extend the pleasures of beautiful summer evenings.
The star of the cocktail menu - Truffle Negroni
If you like complex and unique flavors, you will love the Truffle Negroni. This lively cocktail is served in an old-fashioned glass. It contains a few ice cubes, truffle Gin, Campari bitter liqueur, sweet Vermouth - a wine fortified by the addition of a neutral alcohol infused with aromatics which is of Italian origin - and crème de cassis.
Seventh stop – Jackson Café
Le Germain Hotel Ottawa
At Jackson Café, you are in a whole new world! This place where art is king, located directly in the Ottawa Art Gallery , is on the list of Ottawa’s trendiest cafés. Both the interior and exterior are decorated thanks to the know-how of the artist Eepmon. The outdoor mural he recently created will blow your mind. Plan a lunch stop with a good book, a shaded or sunny coffee break depending on your mood, or a colourful breakfast to nourish your body and your mind.
The star of the cocktail menu - Coffee and croissant combo
Here, it's not spirits that are popular, it's caffeinated drinks. Whether you are a fan of a latte, cappuccino or allongé, order your favourite coffee with all the special features you want. Don't miss the opportunity to accompany your beverage with a pastry from the famous Maison Oddo in Gatineau.
