Local Wine

  • Bordeaux: A famous red wine from the Bordeaux region, approximately six hours from Paris.
  • Burgundy: A renowned wine in both red and white varieties, Burgundy comes from a region southeast of Paris.
  • Champagne: No visit to Paris would be complete without trying Champagne, a sparkling wine from the Champagne region.
  • Sancerre: This white wine from the beautiful Loire Valley, southwest of Paris, is appreciated for its fresh, citrusy flavor.

Local Beer

  • Bière de Garde: It's a traditional, strong pale ale or keeping beer brewed in Northern France.
  • BAPBAP (Bonne Bière à Paris): A local craft brewery with a hip, DIY ethos. Their Originale pale ale is a favorite among locals.
  • Brasserie de la Senne: Although this brewery is based in Belgian, it's very popular in Paris. Try their Zinnebir, a tasty, sessionable pale ale.

Local Ciders

  • Cidre Breton: Made in Brittany and Normandy, Cidre Breton is a fermented drink made from apples.
  • Cidre Normand: A slightly sweeter version of cider, again produced in Normandy.

Local Spirits

  • Cognac: This is France's most famous brandy, and other than wine, possibly its most well-known spirit worldwide.
  • Armagnac: A lesser-known brandy from the southwestern part of the country.
  • Calvados: This apple brandy made in the Normandy region is worth trying.
  • Chartreuse: Made by Carthusian Monks since 1737, it's a popular herb-based liqueur.

Local Non-Alcoholic Beverages

  • Café: French coffee is unique, try a "Café Crème", similar to a cappuccino, or "Un Petit Noir", a short black coffee.
  • Diabolo: A popular soft drink consisting of lemonade and a dash of syrup, typically grenadine or menthe.
  • Orangina: It's a sweet carbonated drink based on oranges, available across every café in Paris.
  • French Lemonade: Not to be confused with American lemonade, French lemonade is a carbonated drink made mainly in the Brittany region.