Microbreweries of the Lake: Two Must-Visit Spots This Summer

Louis Hébert is the head brewer and owner of La Chouape microbrewery in Saint-Félicien. With two distinct locations, the farm-to-table brewery features both a bistro-style tasting room in downtown and a farm shop where visitors can purchase La Chouape beers and exclusive local products.

“Our tasting room definitely has THE most beautiful terrace on the lake! There’s no better place to enjoy a beer than here,” says Louis Hébert with a smile. “The terrace is right on the lakefront—the view is truly magnificent!”

The beers he brews are all certified organic, pesticide-free, and contain no additives. And that’s not to mention their taste, which evokes the scents and nature of Lac-Saint-Jean! During the summer season, between 20 and 25 different beers are available—there’s definitely something for everyone!

A beer, a good deed

For Louis Hébert, every local microbrewery is worth a visit. He does, however, have a personal favorite: Micro du Lac. Located in Saint-Gédéon, it’s run by friends of Louis’s who started their businesses at the same time he did. The two places have even collaborated to create a beer that reflects their style—a common practice among breweries in the region.

La Becycle à pédale is a wheat beer brewed alternately at both locations. Flavored with boreal herbs, $0.50 from each beer sold is donated to the Véloroute des Bleuets, an organization that promotes Lac-Saint-Jean as THE destination for cycling in Quebec.