Tirana: Guided Craft Beer Tasting with Local Bites
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 40 minutes
Mobile ticket
This activity is a unique celebration of Albania’s vibrant craft beer culture, blending flavors, stories, and traditions into an immersive tasting experience. Each beer tells a regional tale, from the alpine-inspired crispness of Puka Beer to the historical richness of Bylis Brew, paired thoughtfully with Albanian culinary delights like mac and cheese balls, grilled sausages, and aged cheeses. Beyond the flavors, guests are invited to delve deeper into the brewing journey, engaging with passionate brewers who share the artistry and heritage behind their creations. The experience is enriched by vintage brewing equipment and tales of innovation that bridge tradition and modernity. Optional add-ons, such as beer and rakia pairings or a hands-on beer blending workshop, provide interactive elements that make the experience truly unforgettable. This is not just a beer tasting it's a cultural and sensory journey through Albania's evolving craft beer landscape.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
18 years old above
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local bites pairing
Visit to four different local beer spots (active option)
Expert guide sharing stories of brewers and traditions
Guided tasting of five unique Albanian craft beers
5 Albanian craft beers
Transportation to the starting point
Extra drinks and food
What To Expect
Savor Five Unique Albanian Craft Beers: Each beer offers a distinct flavor profile, crafted with passion and innovation, showcasing the best of Albania's burgeoning craft beer scene. Enjoy a Personal Big Plate: Alongside the beers, each guest will receive a generous plate featuring:Potato wedges Three varieties of local sausages One large pulled pork fried ball One traditional Albanian glyco (sweet preserve) One fried Albanian-style mac and cheese ball Two additional seasonal specialties, thoughtfully chosen to complement the beer. Immerse in Stories and Insights:Hear the inspiring real-life stories of the brewers, narrated by your companion. Learn about the craft beer process, the rich brewing traditions of Albania, and the cultural backdrop of each brew. Gain deeper insights into Albania’s vibrant history and culinary heritage. Experience Pairing Perfection: Each beer is expertly paired with a food item on your plate, ensuring a harmonious tasting experience that delights your palate.
Sample Menu
main
Accompanying foods for beer
Potato wedges, local sausages, big pulled pork fried ball, glyco, fried Albanian-style mac and cheese ball, additional seasonal specialties
Options
Active Beer Tasting Tour
Active Beer Tasting Tour
Spanish speaking
Spanish speaking Guide
German speaking companion
German speaking Guide
English-Italian speaking
English-Italian speaking Guide
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Lovely experience
clairedO1517SH,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really liked the beer and the food was amazing. The flavors were pretty new to me and I enjoyed them . Gerhard was an excelent guide and story teller!
Meeting Arid
susan R,
Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Easy location from where we were staying, and easy to find meeting point. The bar was welcoming and clean. Our guide , Arid , was fantastic. Kind and friendly. There was just my friend,Arid and myself. The evening didn't feel awkward. The conversation flowed well. He is a very knowledgeable young man. And interesting. Perfect English. Perfect manners.
Could have done this on my own
Kimberly K,
Aug 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00A couple things here, we had a wonderful guide who got paired up with us last minute and she was so enthusiastic, she made this tour. Next, I don't think this tour is as advertised. Yea you go sample beer at one place, that's it. It's not quite what was put on Viator. You could simply do this by looking up the craft beer place on Google Maps. You only go to one place, you get a flight of beer and the poor guide couldn't really tell us much about the beers and the history of the microbrewery because like I said she got put on the tour last minute. I would definitely take a tour with the guide again, but not this one.
Beer Tasting in Albania
Ben M,
Apr 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Small group atmosphere, guilds were very knowledable and friendly. Learned a lot about Albanian beer culture and how it is growing as well as a lot of the history of Albania.
I highly recommend it
Trek05756938743,
Apr 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good beer, interesting flavors. The personal mix plate was tasty and just the right size. Enjoyed it so much. I highly recommend it.
Beer tasting
The Ast1,
Apr 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our host Serena was very nice. The craft beers were of a good variety, and the food was just what we needed. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting something a little different
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