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Korça Raki Tasting & Meze Pairing

A raki tasting in Korca, the city that gave Albania its beer and its old taverns, with a range of local raki paired with meze.

€30·Updated
  • Local Favorite
Smiling host pouring raki behind a bar in a traditional tavern in Korca
Smiling host pouring raki behind a bar in a traditional tavern in Korca
A platter of cheese, olives and cured meat served with raki in Korca
A platter of cheese, olives and cured meat served with raki in Korca
A row of raki glasses on a wooden board for a tasting in Korca View all 6
A row of raki glasses on a wooden board for a tasting in Korca
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Tour Overview

Korca is the drinking capital of Albania. It gave the country its oldest brewery, and its old taverns still pour raki the traditional way. This tasting sits you down in one of them with a range of rakis, from soft and fruity to strong and clear, and a host who tells you what each one is.

What comes with it? Meze, the small plates that go with raki: cheese, olives, cured meats and byrek. The host pairs the food with the drink so each raki sits next to the right bite.

Who is it for? Anyone over 18 who wants to drink the way Korca does. It is relaxed and friendly, good for couples and small groups, and a fine way to spend an hour or two in the old town. Ages 18 and over.

Day Trip Itinerary

  1. Stop 1: Welcome & first pour

    Start

  2. Stop 2: The tasting flight

    ~+45 min

  3. Stop 3: Toast to finish

    ~+1.5 hr

What's Included

  • Guided raki tasting flight with a local host
  • Traditional meze pairings
  • Commentary on distilling, regions and how to drink raki
  • Soft alternatives for non-drinkers
  • Activity liability insurance

What's Not Included

  • Hotel pickup (the venue is central in Korça)
  • Extra drinks beyond the tasting flight
  • Gratuities (optional)

Price & Booking Details

Pricing coming soon.

Booking: Request to book

Meeting Point, Pickup & Logistics

Meeting point
Tasting venue in central Korça
Address
Central Korça (exact address sent the day before)
Duration
Evening
Time
18:00 – 20:00

Transportation: Walking

Who This Tour Is Best For

Audience info coming soon.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is raki?

Raki is Albania’s home-distilled fruit spirit — usually grape, but also mulberry (mani) and plum. The Korça region has a strong tradition of distilling it.

How many rakis do we taste?

A flight of several Korça-region rakis — typically grape, mulberry and plum with seasonal additions — each in a tasting measure paired with meze.

What food is included?

Traditional meze — local cheeses, cured meats, olives and pickles — chosen to pair with each raki.

How long is it?

About 1.5 to 2 hours, relaxed and social.

Is there an option for non-drinkers?

Yes — soft alternatives are provided, and the meze alone is worth the seat.

Where is it held?

At a central venue in Korça; the exact address is sent the day before. There is no hotel pickup.

Is there a minimum age?

Yes — you must be of legal drinking age to taste. Younger guests are welcome for the meze.

Can I pair it with another activity?

Yes — it pairs perfectly with Korça’s old bazaar, café culture and the city’s beer heritage.

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