Mallorca: Craft beer tasting at the local Forastera brewery

Beer tastes better when you know its story. At Forastera Brewery in Alaró, you learn how beer is made, compare different styles, and pair local brews with Spanish tapas in a relaxed family brewery founded in 2013. I like the focus on organic ingredients and the way the food comes from the brewery or nearby suppliers.

I also like the price: $14 per person is excellent value if you receive the advertised five beers, the tapas, and the brewing talk. The main point to clarify before booking is the number of pours, since the description refers to four beers in one place and five beers in the included list. Children under 18 cannot join, and no other types of alcohol are served.

Key points about the Forastera beer tasting

• Five craft beers are included: The included experience lists five beers, served in a fixed glass size, with extra pours charged separately.
• Local food is part of the tasting: Expect a small tapa with options such as beer cheese, almond cream, spreads, Serrano ham, Cecina, sobrasada, or chorizo.
• The setting is a real family brewery: Forastera was founded in Mallorca in 2013, giving the tasting a personal connection to the island’s craft beer scene.
• You learn as you taste: The session covers brewing, beer styles, beer history, and useful facts rather than simply handing you a flight of glasses.
• Alaró makes a good change from the coast: You get a local town setting instead of a hotel bar or tourist strip.
• The tasting works in three languages: A live guide can lead the experience in German, English, or Spanish.

Arriving at Forastera Brewery in Alaró

The tasting takes place at Forastera Brewery in Alaró, a town in Mallorca that offers a more local setting than the island’s main beach resorts. The meeting point is the brewery itself, so you are not being led through several separate venues or asked to follow a guide around town.

That simplicity matters. You arrive, settle in, and start with the place that makes the beer. For anyone curious about small-scale production, the setting is part of the appeal. You are not only sampling a regional product. You are tasting it where it is brewed.

Forastera is a family brewery founded in 2013. That gives the activity a clear sense of place and purpose. It is a young business by European brewery standards, but it has had time to build its own approach to ingredients, beer styles, and food pairings.

You should contact the brewery in advance to arrange an appointment and check opening hours. This is not the sort of activity where you should assume you can walk in at any hour. That small bit of planning helps avoid a wasted trip, especially if you are staying outside Alaró.

The opening beer lesson and Mallorca’s craft scene

The tasting begins with an introduction to beer, including its history and the main differences between beer styles. I like this part because it gives you a framework for the glasses that follow. Even a short explanation can help you notice why one beer feels lighter, sharper, sweeter, or more bitter than another.

The activity is designed to be relaxed and fun rather than academic. You do not need prior beer knowledge. If you can describe what you like to drink, you have enough experience to take part.

The brewery uses organic ingredients in its craft beers. That does not automatically mean every beer will suit your taste, but it is useful information if you care about production methods and ingredient choices. The focus here is on beer made by the brewery, not a broad sample of unrelated labels from across Spain.

The history section also adds value. You hear about beer as a drink and as a process, then connect that background to what is being poured in front of you. At $14, that educational element helps make the activity feel like more than a few inexpensive drinks.

Comparing the craft beers, one style at a time

The heart of the experience is the tasting itself. The included details specify five beers, with a fixed glass size. The overview also mentions four beers brewed by Forastera, so I would confirm the exact tasting lineup when you arrange your appointment.

That wording difference is not a reason to dismiss the activity. It is simply worth clearing up. If you receive five pours at the listed price, the value is particularly strong. If the tasting includes four brewery beers, the food and explanation still form part of the package, but you will want to know exactly what is planned.

You will learn about different beer styles as you taste. The point is not to drink quickly. It is to compare. A flight of small pours lets you decide which style works best for you without committing to a full glass of something you may not enjoy.

The fixed glass size keeps the tasting controlled. It also makes the price easier to judge, since you know the brewery is offering a set tasting rather than an open-ended drinking session. If you choose to order more than five beers, those additional beers cost extra.

This is a good experience for curious drinkers who want to discover their preferences. It is less suited to anyone looking for a long, free-flowing night out. Beer contains alcohol, and the brewery does not serve wine, spirits, or other types of alcohol.

Local tapas that make the beer taste more complete

The beer comes with a small Spanish tapa. This is an important part of the experience, not a token plate added at the last moment. The food may include the brewery’s own sourdough bread, beer cheese made by the brewery, or products from local suppliers.

Other listed possibilities include almond cream, cheese, vegetarian and vegan spreads, Serrano ham, Cecina from León, sobrasada, and chorizo. The exact combination can vary, so you should not expect every item on that list in one sitting.

I like the range because it gives the tasting a real connection to Spanish food. Sobrasada brings a distinctly Mallorcan flavor, while Serrano ham and chorizo offer familiar Spanish pairings. The vegetarian and vegan spreads also mean the plate need not be built entirely around meat.

The homemade sourdough bread and beer cheese sound especially well matched to the tasting. Bread gives you something filling between pours, and cheese can show how beer works with salt, fat, and fermentation. The tapa is small, so I would not book this as your main meal. Think of it as a generous snack that adds flavor and local character.

The food is one of the most praised parts of the experience. It is described as delicious, high quality, handmade, and typical of the island. That praise fits the structure of the activity: the brewery is not only selling beer, but also presenting a local way to enjoy it.

A one-hour visit that can run at your pace

The stated duration is one hour, which is enough time for a guided introduction, several pours, a tapa, and questions. The format should suit you if you are fitting the brewery into a day of sightseeing around Mallorca.

At the same time, the experience allows some flexibility. The information says the duration is set at one hour but is up to you. That suggests the tasting can be relaxed rather than rushed, though you should ask the brewery how much extra time is possible when making your appointment.

Do not plan on an exact minute-by-minute schedule. The experience seems designed around conversation, tasting, and the pace of the people at the table. One person may want to ask about brewing methods. Another may simply want to compare the beers and enjoy the food.

A particularly useful practical point is that the brewery may continue serving beer and food after the formal tasting. The experience details allow additional tapas and additional beers at extra cost. If you like the atmosphere, you may be able to stay longer, but budget for anything beyond the included tasting.

The friendly mood is a recurring strength. One account describes arriving first and leaving last after continuing with beer and food. That does not mean every booking becomes an all-evening visit, but it suggests the brewery can feel welcoming rather than strictly transactional.

What the service feels like in practice

The tasting is led by a live guide, with German, English, and Spanish available. That is helpful in Mallorca, where a group may include people with different language needs. You should select or confirm your preferred language when booking.

The service has received strong marks overall. The clearest praise centers on the friendly welcome, the comfortable setting, the beer, and the food. One recent rating gave four out of five for pleasant service, while the other ratings were at the top level.

I would keep expectations sensible. This is a small brewery tasting, not a polished stage show with a large production team. The appeal is the personal contact and the chance to ask questions directly. If you prefer a formal tour with a long technical presentation, this may feel brief.

The brewery is wheelchair accessible, which makes the activity easier for many visitors to consider. The available information does not provide further details about restrooms, transport, or the exact layout, so you should contact Forastera directly if you have specific mobility needs.

Is $14 a good value?

Yes, provided you want beer and a light snack. For $14, the package includes the brewery explanation, beer history, an introduction to beer styles, five listed beers, and a tapa. Even with the possible four-beer wording, that is a fair price for a hosted tasting in a working brewery.

The value is strongest for people who would otherwise spend money on several drinks without learning much about them. Here, the explanation gives structure to the tasting, and the food adds something more substantial than a bowl of plain snacks.

The price is less compelling if you do not drink alcohol or if you are searching for a full meal. The brewery serves beer only, and the tapa is described as small. Additional beer and food cost extra.

The fixed glass size is also worth keeping in mind. The experience is about tasting several beers, not receiving five large pints. That is the right format for comparison and responsible drinking, but it may disappoint anyone expecting a full evening of large servings for $14.

Who should book this Alaró brewery experience?

I would recommend it to adults who enjoy craft beer, local food, and small businesses. It is especially suitable if you want a break from Mallorca’s beach clubs and resort restaurants, or if you are already planning time in or around Alaró.

It also suits mixed groups. The explanation gives non-experts a way into the subject, while experienced beer drinkers can ask about styles, ingredients, and brewing. The Spanish tapas make it more social than a simple tasting flight.

This is not suitable for children under 18. It is also a poor choice if anyone in your group avoids alcohol, since no non-beer alcoholic alternatives are provided and the activity is built around tasting beer.

You should also be comfortable with a flexible, personal format. The experience may appeal to you if you like lingering over a drink and chatting with the people running the brewery. It may not suit you if you need a tightly timed attraction with guaranteed start times throughout the day.

Practical tips before you go

Contact Forastera before arriving and arrange your appointment. Check the brewery’s opening hours, since the activity is not presented as an all-day walk-in attraction.

Ask how many beers will be included. The package lists five, while the description also refers to four beers brewed by the brewery. Clarifying this is the simplest way to know exactly what your $14 covers.

If you want more food, ask about additional tapas in advance. The included tapa is a small snack, not a full lunch or dinner. You may find enough food for a light stop, but plan another meal if you arrive hungry.

Allow more than the strict one-hour minimum if you want to continue drinking or eating. Any beer beyond the five included pours and any extra tapas are charged separately.

Book only for adults. The brewery does not serve other types of alcohol, so this is not a good mixed drink destination for someone who does not want beer.

Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund, but cancellations must be made through GetYourGuide. The brewery itself does not issue refunds. You can also reserve now and pay later, which is useful if your Mallorca plans are still moving around.

Should you book the Forastera beer tasting?

Book it if you want a low-cost, local introduction to Mallorca’s craft beer scene, especially if you enjoy food made by small producers. The combination of five listed beers, a tapa, brewing information, and a family brewery setting gives you more substance than a standard bar tasting.

I would book with two small conditions. First, confirm the exact number of beers and the meeting time. Second, treat the tapa as a snack, not a full meal. If those points suit you, the $14 price is hard to fault.

For beer lovers, food-focused visitors, and anyone seeking a relaxed stop in Alaró, this is an appealing choice. For children, non-drinkers, or people wanting wine and cocktails, choose a different Mallorca experience.

FAQ

Where does the beer tasting take place?

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

How much does the experience cost?

The listed price is $14 per person.

How long does the tasting last?

The stated duration is one hour, although the information says the timing can be flexible.

How many beers are included?

The included details list five beers. Another description refers to four beers brewed by the brewery, so contact Forastera to confirm the exact tasting lineup before your visit.

What food is served?

A small Spanish tapa is included. Possible items include sourdough bread, beer cheese, almond cream, cheese, vegetarian or vegan spreads, Serrano ham, Cecina from León, sobrasada, and chorizo.

Which languages are available?

A live guide can lead the tasting in German, English, or Spanish. Some content may be presented in its original language.

Can children join the experience?

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

Can I cancel the booking?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund through GetYourGuide. Cancellations made elsewhere do not qualify for a refund.