Bulgaria Premium Aged Rakia, Cold Cuts and Pickles Tasting
Overview
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1 hour
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Discover the essence of Bulgaria like never before! Join us for a uniquely immersive rakia tasting experience that sets us apart from typical tourist activities:
Authentic Culture : Sample aged rakia, a spirit crafted for generations, offering a glimpse into our rich heritage.
Curated Pairings : Enjoy a selection of local cold cuts, cheeses, and traditional pickles, handpicked to perfectly complement your rakia.
Engaging Stories : Our knowledgeable hosts share fascinating insights into the history and significance of rakia and pickling traditions.
Intimate Atmosphere ️: Step into a stylish, vintage setting designed for small groups, fostering genuine connections with fellow travelers.
Memorable Experience : This evening creates lasting memories filled with laughter and new friendships.
Don’t miss this opportunity! Book your spot today and get ready for an unforgettable evening!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Join us for a delightful evening at our secret location in the heart of the city, just steps from the Serdika metro station. Immerse yourself in the unique, aristocratic ambiance as you experience our carefully curated tasting event featuring five small glasses of very special aged rakia, the traditional Bulgarian spirit. In addition to the rakia, indulge in a selection of delicious cold cuts, cheeses, and an assortment of traditional pickles, all expertly paired to enhance your tasting experience. As you savor these delectable offerings, you’ll hear captivating stories about the history of rakia, the art of pickling, and the unique flavors of Bulgaria, adding depth to your evening. Enjoy the stylish music and vintage atmosphere while relaxing in our company for a truly memorable experience! We can’t wait to share this exceptional evening with you!
Sample Menu
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Special selection of cold cuts
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Pickles
What‘s Included
In person Guide
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
Snacks
Extra alcohol
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Bulgaria Premium Aged Rakia, Cold Cuts and Pickles Tasting
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A rakia tasting experience with a local Bulgarian friend :)
Roam58270733576,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Radoslav is an extremely likable guy, very warm and friendly, very polite, fluent in English and a great story-teller. This is not your typical tasting session, it is like sitting at a table with your local Bulgarian friend. Take my advice while you are there and take advantage of his wide local knoweledge for things to do and places to go during your stay in Sofia. And don't let the dodgy entrance put you off - many buildings in Sofia are like that - Radoslav's apartment is cozy and elegant. We were 3 guests and Radoslav, and we all had a really lovely time with lots of laughs and a very warm feeling in the end. Of course rakia has played its part, we had the chance to try 5 (or 6?) different rakia bottles of premium quality and some really tasteful local cold cuts. Overall a really memorable experience. Thank you my friend!
Radoslav provided an...
Ross D,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Radoslav provided an amazing selection of quality Rakia. The pickles and cured meats were the perfect accompaniment. While we sipped, he provided recommendations for other places and activities to check out around Sofia, and showed videos of some places too.
Rakia and Meat Tasting
Stay08818875667,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour turned out to be amazing—far beyond our expectations. We initially thought it would be just a simple food and wine tasting, but it ended up being surprisingly incredible. Radoslav is an exceptional host and storyteller who generously shares his deep knowledge, from the history and aging of Rakia to the premium cold cuts and cheeses he serves. He also gives thoughtful recommendations on places to visit, including the best times and seasons to go. Throughout the experience, it felt less like a tour and more like being welcomed by a longtime friend into his country, sharing stories and travel life along the way. I highly recommend this tour, especially as the perfect way to cap off your last night in Sofia, Bulgaria, before heading home.
Homey and tasty experience with lots of warm life stories.
maryglennr2025,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00He surprised us by figuring out we are Filipinos and greeted us “Mabuhay” and from there, we already feel warmly welcomed. He lived in the Philippines for 7yrs and learned our language, lived and traveled our beautiful places and he made us feel at home in his country. The rakija taste testing together with the chosen meat & cheese slices and this spicy paste with bread sticks are perfect together with lots of warm stories of life. Thank you for the best homey experience with Bulgarian taste, Radoh. The price we paid for is so worth it! Me and my friend felt very much accommodated. Highly recommended to everyone who wants some good, amazing time while having the best taste o f Bulgaria’s food and wine. Maraming salamat! Hanggang sa muli, pre!
Rakija tasting
B621DKrobing,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good experience with 5 different types of Rakija and nice to know more about Rakija and also got some good advise what to do in Sofia
very tasty
Fearless28251180059,Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Radoslav was a wonderful host. Don't let yourself get scared off by the creepy entrance to the house, he was very welcoming and told us a lot about traditional food and of course rakia.
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