Cocktails & Snack Bar · Winter Season
Mulled wine in Quebec in winter: the recipe and the address of Le Paddock at Carrera Café
When the river freezes and the wind comes down from the Plains, there is only one remedy: a mulled wine served in the warmth of Carrera. Le Paddock, our winter recipe, has become a ritual for thousands of Quebecers.
History
From mulled wine to Quebecois mulled wine
Mulled wine crosses centuries and borders. At Carrera, it takes on a distinctly Quebecois character.
Mulled wine is a tradition as old as the European winter. The Romans drank it flavored with honey, the medievals added spices and rare herbs. In Germany, it’s the Glühwein of Christmas markets. In France, a simple and straightforward mulled wine. In Quebec, it becomes something else: more generous, more aromatic, more Nordic.
At Carrera Café, we worked on our recipe for several seasons to find the perfect balance between mild spices, the acidity of red wine, and the sweetness of citrus. Le Paddock is the result of this research.
Signature
Le Paddock · Our special occasion mulled wine
✦ Winter Season · Exclusive
Le Paddock
Red wine infused with mild spices, orange zest, and Ceylon cinnamon. Served hot in a glass that preserves the aromas. Carrera’s warm answer to Quebec’s cold.
Le Paddock · Signature mulled wine
Quality red wine, Ceylon cinnamon, whole cloves, organic orange zest, star anise, green cardamom, cane sugar. Slowly infused, served hot, never boiling.
The spices
The secrets of our recipe
The quality of the spices makes all the difference between an ordinary mulled wine and a memorable mulled wine.
Ceylon Cinnamon vs Cassia
Ceylon cinnamon, sweet and complex, is used at Carrera. Cassia, more common, results in a bitter and less refined taste. This small detail changes everything in the final cup.
Fresh orange zest
We use organic orange zest, never juice. The zest brings essential oils and fruity aromas without the acidity of the juice. It's the touch that elevates the Paddock above classic recipes.
Pairings
Perfect for a winter evening
The Paddock + Grand Prix Board
Spiced mulled wine with the Charlevoix charcuterie and Quebec cheeses board. The warm spices of the wine complement the bold flavors of the charcuterie. The perfect winter pairing.
Inclusive
The Paddock Zero · Alcohol-free
The Paddock Zero · Spiced hot grape juice
The same spices, the same warmth, the same care. Made with unfermented black grape juice, infused with cinnamon, clove, orange, and anise. Ideal for those who don't drink alcohol but don't want to miss the experience.
Atmosphere
Winter seen from Carrera
There is something magical about Old Quebec in winter. Carrera Café is the best vantage point.
Outside, snow covers the roofs of Petit-Champlain. Tourists in winter gear photograph the frozen facades. Inside Carrera, red warms the space, the aromas of spices gently float in the air. This is Quebec winter at its finest: controlled, elegant, generous.
If you haven't experienced Carrera's winter yet, now is the time. The Paddock is waiting for you.
✦ Winter version
Carrera Café in December: not to be missed
The Petit-Champlain Christmas market is just steps away. After visiting the stalls, come back to Carrera for a hot Paddock and a board. The perfect winter program in Quebec.
The cold is earned
Come warm up at Carrera
The Paddock is waiting for you, the spices are infusing, the board is ready. Winter in Quebec starts here.
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