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BULGARIAN CRAFT BEER TASTING IN SOFIA

Try our Bulgarian Craft Beer Tasting in Sofia

Discover Sofia’s Craft Beer Scene

Duration

2 hours

Minimum

4+ People

pricetag
Price
on request

INCLUDED

  English-speaking local guide

  Local beer expert/brewer leading the tasting

  5 craft beers x 330ml, each from a different Bulgarian micro-brewery

  Stories and background on each brewery

  Centrally located venue — no transfer needed

  Available all year

Discover Sofia’s Craft Beer Scene

Bulgaria has a thriving craft beer movement that most visitors never discover. Over the past decade, a wave of independent micro-breweries has emerged across the country — producing IPAs, stouts, wheat beers and experimental brews that rival anything you’d find in Western Europe, at a fraction of the price.

Our craft beer tasting is one of the best ways to tap into this scene without having to research it yourself. A local beer expert guides you through 5 carefully selected Bulgarian craft beers, each from a different micro-brewery, while sharing the story behind the brewery and the beer. The alcohol content builds progressively — so it’s a proper tasting, not just a drinking session.

What’s included in the Bulgarian Craft Beer Tasting in Sofia

The Craft Beers

The Bulgarian Craft Beer Tasting in Sofia takes you through 5 carefully selected craft beers, each brewed in a different Bulgarian micro-brewery. A local beer expert leads the session, sharing the story behind every brew — the brewery, the ingredients, the process and what makes it unique. The alcohol content builds progressively, so you finish on the strongest and most complex beers. Only independent Bulgarian craft beers are served — nothing mainstream, nothing you can find in a supermarket.

Best Time to Do the Tasting

The craft beer tasting is the perfect afternoon activity — relaxed, social and genuinely interesting even if you’re not a beer geek. We recommend starting around 17:00–18:00, which leaves you perfectly timed for a Bulgarian Traditional Dinner at 20:00. If you want to go deeper and visit the breweries in person, check out our Craft Brewery Tour — a great follow-up for anyone who gets hooked.

Your Local Beer Guide

Your English-speaking Tweekends guide meets you at your accommodation and stays with you for the entire session. They’ll introduce you to the beer expert, make sure everyone is comfortable and give you local tips for the rest of the evening.

Getting to the Craft Beer Venue

Not needed — the craft beer tasting venue is centrally located in Sofia, within easy walking distance of most accommodation. Your guide walks you there directly from where you are staying.

Craft Beer Tasting Duration

Around 2 hours at the venue, approximately 2–3 hours door to door depending on where you’re staying.

Book Your Sofia Beer Experience

Available all year round, 7 days a week. No seasonal restrictions — Bulgarian craft beer tastes great in every season. Contact us to reserve your spot.

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5 Beers.
Different Tastes.
One Favorite?

Frequently Asked Questions

How many beers are included in the tasting? 5 beers of 330ml each, all from different Bulgarian micro-breweries. The selection is curated by a local beer expert and changes seasonally.

Do I need to know anything about beer to enjoy this? Not at all. The tasting is designed for everyone — from craft beer enthusiasts to people who just enjoy a good pint. The expert explains everything in an accessible and entertaining way.

Is this activity suitable for a bachelor party or stag do? Absolutely — it’s one of our most popular afternoon activities for groups. It pairs perfectly with the Bulgarian Traditional Dinner afterwards and flows naturally into the evening.

What’s the difference between the Craft Beer Tasting and the Craft Brewery Tour? The tasting is a 2-hour curated experience at a central venue — ideal if you want a relaxed introduction to Bulgarian craft beer. The Craft Brewery Tour takes you to two actual breweries and is a longer, more in-depth experience. We recommend the tasting for groups with a full day of activities planned.

Can we order more beers after the tasting? Yes — additional beers can be ordered at your own cost at the venue.

What time is best for the Craft Beer Tasting? We recommend starting around 17:00–18:00. That makes it a perfect bridge between afternoon activities and dinner, with the Bulgarian Traditional Dinner at 20:00 being a natural follow-up.

Is the venue accessible? Yes — the venue is centrally located in Sofia with easy access on foot from most accommodation. No transfer is needed.

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