Raki Tasting and Meze Pairing in Tirana
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
What sets this tasting apart is the fact that we’ve carefully handpicked seven raki flavors out of 58 distinct varieties produced across Albania, ensuring you taste only the very best. Hosted in a warm, stylish venue that blends traditional charm with a modern edge, you’ll sip everything from smooth, aged raki to bold, caramelized blends—each expertly paired with delicious, organic meze like flaky homemade byrek, tangy local cheeses, and perfectly pickled veggies.
Throughout the evening, our friendly local companion will be by your side, sharing captivating stories about raki’s roots, offering insider travel tips, and answering any questions you may have about Albania. It’s more than just a tasting—it’s a relaxed, immersive look into a vibrant culture, where every sip invites you deeper into the spirit of Albanian hospitality
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We will serve alcohol to individual 18+ years old . For people under 18 we will not serve alcohol but we have a lot of non alcoholic products to serve they can choose from .
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Liability insurance
Raki tasting&meze pairing
Experience with a Companion
Raki sommelier
Additional food or beverages
Personal expenses
What To Expect
Try the best of Albania’s iconic spirit on an unforgettable journey led by a dedicated raki sommelier, who has meticulously selected seven exquisite varieties from 58 unique blends across the country. Our cozy yet contemporary venue seamlessly merges traditional Albanian charm with modern flair, offering the ideal setting as you savor everything from smooth, aged raki to bold, caramelized elixirs, each paired with organic meze like flaky byrek, tangy local cheeses and pickled veggies. Along the way, your knowledgeable host will unveil raki’s fascinating history, share its intricate production methods and provide insider travel tips for exploring Albania’s vibrant landscapes. Far more than a mere tasting, this immersive experience celebrates the heart of Albanian hospitality, uniting friends, family and curious travelers through joyous toasts and shared stories. Each sip draws you deeper into Albania’s cultural tapestry, revealing how raki has evolved into a symbol of warmth, unity and national pride. Whether you’re a connoisseur or entirely new to raki, prepare for an extraordinary experience filled with unforgettable flavors and a true taste of Albania’s spirited soul.
Sample Menu
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Homemade Byrek
Flaky pastry filled with spinach, cheese, or savory meats.
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Curated Albanian Meats
Local sausages, prosciutto, or dried salami, chosen to complement raki’s bold flavors.
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Pickled Vegetables and Marinated Olives
Tangy peppers, cabbage, and other crisp veggies that add a refreshing bite
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Regional Cheeses
Soft or semi-hard varieties that pair beautifully with different raki profiles
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Grilled or Roasted Veggies
Lightly seasoned eggplants, peppers, or zucchini for extra flavor and texture.
Options
Spanish
English - Italian speaking
Companion: A companion that will be with you on the selected language . From pick up and expertise on Raki ;)
7 different raki flavors : 7 carefully selected different flavors of raki for you to try and enjoy .
Sides selection : platters carefully selected that are combined with raki . Around 6-7 tastes of sides . (2-3 platers)
German speaking companion
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A fun if uncomfortable experiance.
matthewrO2929PT,
Jul 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00The Raki tasting, overall, we feel didn't deliver on what was promised in the description. We were the only group on the raki tasting, and it was difficult to meet the guide who had the wrong name for our booking and had no identifying features to let us know they were our guide. We kinda just had to go on trust. We were then taken for a short walk and a tour of the city, which we didn't really need. And the experience would have probably been better if we had just met at the bar. At the bar, we were expecting information on Raki, how it is made, and its history, but we had to prompt this information from the guide, and what was given seemed rather surface-level, with the exact flavourings of each serving not being known, and we had to guess. The guide we expected to flutter to the table to give us information, then leave us alone, and it felt a little uncomfortable having them join us on our table for the full thing. It took a while to warm up to her, and after that, we were fine with it, but it was a shock for them to be so involved and give us as much attention as she did. Overall, it felt a little poorly put together, but we got 8 shots instead of he advertised 6, and the alcohol definitely helped us enjoy the night. We enjoyed our experience, but we would have had a very similar experience if we had gone to a bar and just drunk a lot. Not with the money we spent.
Fun evening sampling raki
Elizabeth V,
Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun evening tasting raki in cool bar. There were seven raki samples offered with a small plate of mezze. Really enjoyed talking with our guide Evis and learning more about Albania and raki.
Great fun! Raki & more.
Kathleen S,
May 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time with Serena who gave us an informative walking tour through Tirana as we traveled from the meeting spot to the bar and restaurant that was providing the tasting. The Raki pours were more than generous and the bar also has an ethnographic museum attached. Serena was able to share insights about the objects included there as well. We highly recommend that you take part in this experience while in Tirana!
Raki was really special
Roam44234520336,
Apr 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good value for the price. Lots of raki and a decent amount of meze. Nice way to spend a local evening. It was really worth it.
Absolutely Loved Raki and Meze
590farihag,
Apr 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My partner and I had a really nice evening trying the raki and meze. It was a quiet and romantic kind of place. Just right for tryng something new together. The food was tasty and the raki.. yeah it was worth trying! We definitely recommend it for a different sort of night out. Absolutely loved Raki tasting and meze pairing Such a delicious way to try local flavors.
This was an unexpected...
Joshua C,
Apr 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an unexpected highlight of our trip. We had the pleasure of walking with our guide Marsi to the Raki tasting venue, she provided a lot of great insight and information into Tirana. She was also the host during the tasting. The tasting was also very fun the venue was beautiful.
If you've never tried Raki...
bobs973,
Mar 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great event that gave a great historical overview of Tirana and the country, whilst getting to sample 7 different varieties of Raki.
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