Raki Tasting and Meze Pairing in Tirana

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What You’ll Experience
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Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
2 - 15 guests
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English, Spanish, Italian, German
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Discover the essence of Albania with a curated raki tasting session in Tirana. Savor top raki flavors, paired with organic meze, while learning about the rich raki tradition and culture.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

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


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.

What You Get

Liability insurance
Raki tasting&meze pairing
Experience with a Companion
Additional food or beverages
Personal expenses

Good To Know

  • 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 .
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Service animals allowed
  • Wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

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.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

InAlb meeting point, Rruga e Dibrës, Tirana Tirana County, Albania, AL

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We will meet at the Skanderbeg Square, behind the National House of Opera. Your guide will send you live location on your phone, just in case.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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What People Are Saying
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Fun evening sampling raki
June 22, 2025
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Fun 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.

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Great fun! Raki & more.
May 11, 2025
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We 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 ...read more

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Raki was really special
April 28, 2025
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Good 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.

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Absolutely Loved Raki and Meze
April 25, 2025
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My 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 i...read more

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This was an unexpected...
April 13, 2025
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This 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...read more

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