Where to Book Beer and Cheese Tastings Worldwide: Our 5 Favourites

1.Amsterdam Small-Group Evening Canal Cruise Including Wine, Craft Beer, Cheese

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 205 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $95Our pick

Cruise Amsterdam’s canals for about 90 minutes with a host and captain, three included drinks, European wine, craft beer, soft drinks, and a cheese board. The route can include Jordaan, Prinseneiland, the Amstel, Skinny Bridge, seven bridges, de Wallen, and the Anne Frank House. Expect a small group of up to 24 people.

“Lovely small boat, just 16 guests, cruise on the Amsterdam canals. Our 9:30pm cruise time was perfect to see the canals in the daylight and in the evening with the canal lights on. Drinks were varied and plentiful, cheese and crackers were perfect. Lisa, our guide, was super. She was happy to answer questions, chatted easily and prompted conversation.”

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2.Hunter Valley Wine Tour from the Hunter with Wine Craft Beer Cheese Chocolate

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · from $129

Spend about eight hours visiting three or four boutique cellar doors in Hunter Valley, with wine, spirits, cheese, and chocolate tastings included. Return transport, an air-conditioned minibus, and a group capped at 20 make this a simple day out. Guides such as Grant, Des, and Suzanne add local stories and a relaxed feel.

“Chatting on the bus The vodka & gin place The last wine tasting was the best Bus driver was great fun”

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3.Amsterdam Guided Craft Beer Tasting with Cheese & Sausauge

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 19 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $30Best value

Meet your English-speaking beer guide at ClinkNOORD, behind Amsterdam Central Station, for a one-hour tasting of five Dutch beers. You’ll hear stories about local breweries and Amsterdam while sampling Dutch cheese, sausage, and mixed nuts. The group is capped at 15, making it a friendly option for solo visitors.

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4.City tour and craft beers and cheeses at the local market

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 17 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $108

Walk Tallinn’s medieval center, see Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and Danish King’s Garden, then visit Balti Jaam Market for local beer and cheese. Guides such as Anastasia, Julia, Aloyna, and Maria have led the experience. A private vehicle connects the Old Town with Kadriorg Park, though cider availability and walking pace can vary.

“This was ond of the highlight yours we made during our Baltic cruise. Brewery was outstanding.”

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5.Guided Craft Beer Tasting with cheese and snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 14 reviews · 1 hour · from $35

Meet behind Amsterdam Central Station at ClinkNOORD for a one-hour mystery tasting of five Dutch craft beers. A guide such as Walther leads the guessing game, shares short brewery stories, and serves Dutch cheese, sausage, and nuts. It suits adults who want a social introduction to local beer without spending half a day in a brewery.

“Geweldige bierproeverij, nieuwe mensen leren kennen en heerlijke bieren geproefd!”

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