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Microbrasserie Le Prospecteur

Val-d'Or brewpub in Abitibi pouring beers brewed on site, with a gastropub menu.

  • Val-d'Or
  • Drinks

About Microbrasserie Le Prospecteur

Microbrasserie Le Prospecteur is a brewpub in Val-d'Or, in Abitibi. It pours beers brewed on site and serves a gastropub menu, making it a place to eat as well as drink.

It suits locals looking for a friendly spot to meet, and travellers passing through Abitibi on a long northern drive. Pair a house beer with a hearty plate after a day outdoors, whether fishing, hiking or snowmobiling in winter. Val-d'Or grew around mining, which fits the brewery's name. A stop here is a good way to taste the region and meet its people.

At a glance

Category
Drinks
Based in
Val-d'Or, Quebec
Size
An independent, smaller maker
Listed in
Made in QuebecMade in Quebec

Questions people ask

Is Microbrasserie Le Prospecteur made in Quebec?

Yes. Microbrasserie Le Prospecteur started in Quebec and is based in Val-d'Or. It is listed in our Made in Quebec directory.

What does Microbrasserie Le Prospecteur make?

Val-d'Or brewpub in Abitibi pouring beers brewed on site, with a gastropub menu.

Where can I buy from Microbrasserie Le Prospecteur?

Start with its official website, microleprospecteur.ca. In Quebec, local beer and cider are sold in grocery stores and dépanneurs, while wine and spirits are sold at the SAQ. Many breweries, cideries, distilleries and roasters also sell on site or online.

Is Microbrasserie Le Prospecteur a big company or a small business?

Microbrasserie Le Prospecteur is an independent, smaller business. Buying from makers like this one supports local jobs directly.

What are some local brands similar to Microbrasserie Le Prospecteur?

Other local brands in Drinks include Vignoble Rivière du Chêne, Cidrerie et Vergers Pedneault, Microbrasserie Le Naufrageur, O'Dwyer Distillerie Gaspésienne.

How did Microbrasserie Le Prospecteur get on this list?

Montreal Tips lists businesses that started in Quebec and still make, run or are based here. Listings are free and never sponsored. If you run Microbrasserie Le Prospecteur and want to update this page, contact us.

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