Mallorca: Craft beer tasting at the local Forastera brewery

The best part of this Forastera Brewery tasting is its local focus. You try beer brewed in Mallorca, eat tapas made with the brewery’s own products or nearby suppliers, and learn how the drink moves from organic ingredients to finished pint. This is not a bar crawl. It is a compact visit to a family brewery founded in 2013.

I like the combination of five included beers and food that feels tied to the island, especially beer cheese, almond cream, local spreads, Serrano ham, Cecina, Sobrasada, or Chorizo. I also like the relaxed one-hour format and the chance to continue eating or drinking after the formal tasting if you want. The main point to check is the tasting format: the description refers to four beers in one place, while the inclusions specify five, so ask the brewery to confirm what you will receive.

Key points to know before booking

• Five beers are included: The price covers five fixed-size servings, with extra beers charged separately.
• Tapas are part of the tasting: Expect sourdough bread, beer cheese, almond cream, spreads, and Spanish meat or sausage options, depending on what is being served.
• The setting is the brewery: You meet at Forastera Brewery in Alaró, rather than at a separate tasting room or restaurant.
• The lesson covers brewing and styles: You learn about the brewing process, beer types, and the history of beer in a friendly, informal setting.
• It is for adults only: Beer contains alcohol, and children under 18 are not suitable for this activity.
• Languages are flexible: The tour is offered in German, English, and Spanish, and the brewery is wheelchair accessible.

A small Mallorca brewery with a clear local identity

Forastera Brewery is a family brewery founded in Mallorca in 2013. That detail matters because the tasting is built around the brewery’s own work, not a generic selection of imported labels.

You are there to taste craft beer made with organic ingredients, hear how the beers are produced, and connect the drinks with local food. The scale sounds personal and informal, which suits anyone who prefers meeting the people behind a product instead of simply ordering a flight at a busy pub.

The brewery is in Alaró, a town in Mallorca’s interior. The meeting point is the brewery itself, so you should allow time to arrive there rather than assuming the tasting takes place in Palma or at a coastal resort. The supplied details do not include transport to Alaró, so you need to arrange your own way to the meeting point.

The setting also gives the experience a practical advantage. You are tasting where the beer is made. That makes it easier to connect the talk about ingredients and brewing with the place producing the drink.

What happens during the one-hour tasting

The advertised duration is one hour, though the brewery says the visit can run longer. That gives you a useful balance: the scheduled portion is short enough to fit into a day of sightseeing, but you are not necessarily pushed out the door once the tasting ends.

The session begins with an introduction to the world of beer. You learn about different beer styles, the brewing process, and the history of beer. The aim is not to turn you into a brewer in sixty minutes. Instead, it gives you enough background to notice differences between the samples and understand what you are drinking.

The tasting includes five beers, served in fixed-size glasses. The details also describe four beers brewed by the brewery, so I would clarify the exact lineup before you arrive. This may simply reflect two versions of the activity description, but it is the one detail worth checking in advance.

You should expect the explanations to be part of the tasting, not a separate lecture. The brewery presents the information with fun facts and expert guidance, so the experience should work for both beer beginners and people who already know their lagers from their ales.

Since no individual guide names are provided, you should not expect a named tour leader listed in advance. The host is the brewery team, and the available languages are German, English, and Spanish. If you need one language in particular, state that when arranging your appointment.

Five beers, fixed servings, and what that means

The package includes five beers, but the glass size is fixed. This is worth noting for two reasons.

First, a fixed pour lets the brewery keep the tasting balanced. You can compare several beers without turning the visit into a long session of full-size drinks. That is especially helpful if you plan to drive, continue sightseeing, or have dinner later.

Second, the tasting is not an open bar. If you order more than the five included beers, you pay extra. Additional tapas also cost more. The supplied details do not specify the beer styles, beer strengths, or exact sample sizes, so you should treat this as a guided tasting rather than a free-form drinking session.

The brewery uses organic ingredients, a point worth asking about during the explanation. The activity is not simply about finding your favorite flavor. You also learn how ingredients shape the finished beer and why one style tastes different from another.

If you are new to craft beer, the range of styles can help you find what you like. If you already drink craft beer, the local production and brewery setting are the main draw. Either way, the value comes from tasting several beers while someone explains the choices behind them.

Tapas that connect beer with Mallorca

Food is not an afterthought here. The tasting includes a small snack, known in Spain as a tapa, and the food is designed around the brewery’s own products or local suppliers.

The listed options include sourdough bread made by the brewery, beer cheese produced by the brewery or local producers, almond cream, cheese, vegetarian and vegan spreads, Serrano ham, Cecina from León, Sobrasada, and Chorizo from Spain.

That is a good range for a small snack. You might get a mix of creamy, salty, meaty, and plant-based flavors, though the exact selection is not specified. The reference to vegetarian and vegan spreads gives plant-based eaters something to ask about before arriving. It does not guarantee a fully vegan tasting, so make your needs clear when booking.

The beer cheese is the most distinctive pairing on the list. It links the food directly to the brewery and gives you a chance to taste how beer can be used in another product. The sourdough bread also sounds more substantial than a bowl of plain bar snacks.

For meat eaters, Serrano ham and Sobrasada bring familiar Spanish flavors, while Cecina from León adds a regional product from outside Mallorca. For anyone wanting a taste of the island, Sobrasada is likely to be the most recognizably Mallorcan item listed, though the activity does not promise that every option will be served at every visit.

The food is described as a small tapa, not a full meal. I would plan to eat lunch or dinner separately, especially if you have a hearty appetite. The tasting gives you something to pair with the beer, but it should not replace a proper meal.

Why the brewery setting matters

A brewery visit gives the tasting more context than a standard bar flight. You can ask questions about the process and hear the story of a family business that began in Mallorca in 2013.

The activity is also less formal than a long technical brewing class. The emphasis is on beer, local food, history, and fun facts. That makes it a good choice if you want to learn something without spending half a day in a classroom.

The tone appears friendly and unhurried. One visitor from Germany enjoyed the tasting so much that the party stayed afterward for more beer and food. That possibility is useful to keep in mind, but it is not part of the included package. The formal tasting lasts one hour, and any extra drinks or tapas are charged separately.

The atmosphere has received particularly strong praise. Descriptions of the brewery point to a welcoming, comfortable place with excellent service, and the overall rating is 4.8 from five ratings. That is a small sample, so I would not treat it as a guarantee, but it does support the idea that the host interaction is a major part of the appeal.

Value at $14 per person

At $14 per person, this is an attractive price if the five included beers and tapa are provided as advertised. You are not paying only for drinks. The price also covers the explanations, the brewery setting, the food pairing, and access to a local producer.

The value is strongest for people who would otherwise spend money on several craft beers and a snack in a bar. Here, you get a structured tasting and a chance to understand the beers rather than simply ordering at random.

It is also a useful choice for a short schedule. A one-hour activity leaves room for other plans in Alaró or elsewhere in Mallorca. Since the visit can last longer if you continue with additional beer or food, you can keep it brief or turn it into a more relaxed stop.

The limitations are clear. The glass size is fixed, extra drinks and tapas are not included, and the activity does not include transport. The snack is small, and the description does not list the exact beers or food served on a particular day. If you are comparing it with a long brewery tour that includes a full meal, this is a different kind of experience.

Who will enjoy this tasting most

I would recommend Forastera Brewery to adults who want a local food and drink experience without committing to a full-day tour. It suits beer beginners, couples, small groups, and anyone looking for something more personal than a standard restaurant meal.

It is especially useful for:

• Craft beer newcomers: The explanations of styles and brewing give you a simple starting point.
• Food-focused visitors: The tapa includes products made by the brewery or local suppliers.
• People with limited time: The scheduled visit lasts one hour.
• Multilingual groups: The activity is available in German, English, and Spanish.
• Visitors seeking a local business: You meet the brewery’s world through its own beer and food.

It is not a good match for children under 18, anyone avoiding alcohol, or anyone expecting wine, cocktails, or other drinks. The brewery serves beer only. It also may not suit someone looking for a large meal, since the included food is a small tapa.

Practical details that can save you trouble

Contact the brewery in advance to arrange an appointment and check its opening hours. The activity specifically asks you to do this, so do not assume you can arrive without notice.

The meeting point is Forastera Brewery in Alaró. The available languages are German, English, and Spanish. Some content may be shown in its original language, so ask about language arrangements if your group needs a particular option.

The brewery is wheelchair accessible. That is helpful, though the supplied information does not describe the route, restroom layout, or any specific access features, so you should contact the provider with detailed mobility questions.

You can cancel through GetYourGuide up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund. Cancellations must be made through GetYourGuide, and the brewery does not issue refunds directly. A reserve-now, pay-later option is also available, which helps if your Mallorca schedule is still moving around.

Finally, remember that beer contains alcohol. The activity does not serve other types of alcohol, and it is limited to adults 18 and older.

Should you book Forastera Brewery?

Book it if you want a low-cost, local beer tasting with a snack and a bit of useful brewing knowledge. The strongest reasons are the Mallorca-made beer, organic ingredients, brewery setting, and tapas built around local products.

I would be more cautious if you need a full meal, want to know the exact beer lineup before paying, or dislike fixed tasting pours. Confirm the four-beer versus five-beer wording, ask about food choices, and arrange your appointment before setting out for Alaró.

For most adult beer drinkers, the $14 price makes this an easy addition to a Mallorca itinerary. You get a short lesson, five listed beers, local food, and a chance to spend time at a family brewery. That is a solid deal, provided you treat it as a tasting with a snack, not dinner or an all-you-can-drink event.

FAQ

Where does the beer tasting take place?

The tasting takes place at Forastera Brewery in Alaró, Mallorca.

How long does the activity last?

The scheduled duration is one hour, though the brewery says the visit may last longer.

How many beers are included?

The inclusions specify five beers with fixed-size glasses. Another part of the description refers to four beers brewed by the brewery, so contact Forastera in advance to confirm the exact tasting format.

What food is served?

You receive a small tapa. Possible foods include the brewery’s sourdough bread, beer cheese, almond cream, cheese, vegetarian or vegan spreads, Serrano ham, Cecina from León, Sobrasada, and Chorizo from Spain.

Can children join the tasting?

No. The activity is not suitable for children under 18.

Which languages are available?

The tour is offered in German, English, and Spanish. Some content may be shown in its original language.

Are extra beers and tapas included?

No. More than five beers and any additional tapas are charged separately.