Beer Tasting at Mykonos Brewing Company

Mykonos Brewing Company turns an old underground bowling alley into a cave-like taproom where you taste five small-batch beers and learn how natural ingredients become finished brews. The setting gives this one-hour visit more character than a standard bar tasting, while the local myths and brewery story add a sense of place.

I like the clear tasting format: five core beers, each poured at 140ml, with an explanation of what you are drinking. I also like the chance to try beers made only in Mykonos, including recipes that use prickly pears and local barley. The main drawback is that the tasting comes without snacks, and $29 is a fair but not cheap price for a one-hour experience.

Key points to know before booking

• Five beers, 140ml each: You receive about 700ml of beer in total, spread across five core-range pours.
• A brewery inside a former bowling alley: The underground setting gives the tasting a quirky Mykonian backdrop.
• Local ingredients matter: Prickly pears and barley appear in experimental beers made only on Mykonos.
• English guidance from a small team: Angelo and Margarita are among the staff praised for clear explanations and useful island advice.
• Small groups of up to 10: The limited size should make it easier to ask questions and follow the brewing talk.
• Budget for food separately: Water and beer are included, but snacks and transportation are not.

Inside the old underground bowling alley

The first surprise is the venue. A few years ago, Mykonos Brewing Company converted an old underground bowling alley into a working microbrewery. You enter not just a taproom, but a place with an unusual second life: part production space, part tasting room, and part local storytelling venue.

The cave-like setting suits the brewery’s playful description of the brewing Giants. It also gives the hour a stronger sense of place than a tasting held in a generic restaurant. You are not simply sampling beer made somewhere else. You are sitting inside the brewery where the small-batch production happens.

The supplied information does not promise a full production-floor tour, so I would book this for the tasting and explanation rather than expect a long walk through every stage of the facility. The main focus is the taproom inside the former bowling alley, where the guide explains the beers and the brewing process.

Smoking is not allowed indoors. That matters in an enclosed underground room, especially during a tasting when you want to notice the smell and flavor of each beer.

How five 140ml pours shape the hour

The tasting includes five beers from the core range, with each serving measuring 140ml. That gives you roughly 700ml overall, close to the volume of two regular beers, but divided into five different samples.

I like this format because it lets you compare styles without committing to a full glass of each. You can pay attention to changes from one beer to the next, notice which flavors suit you, and decide whether a limited-edition bottle or can is worth buying afterward.

The guide provides a complete explanation of the beers rather than simply placing five glasses in front of you. Expect the conversation to cover what each beer is made from and how the ingredients are converted into the finished brew. The tasting is therefore useful for both casual drinkers and people who already enjoy comparing beer styles.

The portions are still large enough to make the alcohol count. You are drinking five alcoholic samples in one hour, so pace yourself. Water is included, and I would use it between pours, especially if you are heading into the Mykonos heat afterward.

The core range is the dependable part of the experience. The brewery also makes limited-edition Mikonu beers, available only at the brewery. These special releases are not part of the stated five-beer tasting, so treat them as an optional extra rather than something guaranteed in your booking.

From prickly pears and barley to Mykonian beer

The most distinctive part of this tasting is the use of local ingredients. Mykonos Brewing Company experiments with prickly pears and barley, producing beers that you can find only on Mykonos.

That local angle gives the tasting more value than a simple introduction to beer. You get a reason to connect the drink with the island itself. Prickly pears are a particularly memorable ingredient because they are closely tied to the dry Mediterranean setting, while barley links directly to the basic grain at the heart of beer production.

I would not assume every beer contains one of these ingredients. The information says the brewery experiments with them, not that all five core beers use them. Ask the guide which pour includes local ingredients and what changes they bring to the flavor.

The brewing explanation also helps you understand why small-batch beer can feel different from mass-market lager. The point is not only to name the ingredients, but to show how they move from raw materials through brewing into a drink with its own character. If you usually order the same beer at a beach bar, this short lesson gives you a better way to compare what is in your glass.

Myths, beer culture, and advice from the taproom

The tasting includes myths surrounding Mykonos, along with information about the island’s beer scene and the birth of Mykonos Brewing Company. This is a useful combination. You learn about the place through stories while also hearing how a local brewery fits into modern island life.

Margarita is specifically praised for explaining the Mykonian beer scene and the company’s beginnings in a friendly, clear way. She also gives recommendations for things to do, see, and eat around Mykonos. Angelo is likewise named as a friendly member of the team.

Those personal tips can be one of the best extras in a small-group tasting. The official experience lasts only an hour, but a good local suggestion may help shape the rest of your afternoon. Do not count on a formal sightseeing consultation, though. The core activity remains beer tasting and brewing education.

The English-language guiding is a practical advantage for international visitors. The activity is offered in English, and the group is limited to 10 people. That is small enough to keep the talk focused and to make questions possible without turning the session into a private tour.

What the hour is likely to feel like

The experience is compact and easy to fit into a Mykonos itinerary. I would expect the hour to follow a simple pattern:

• You arrive at the brewery’s underground taproom.
• The guide introduces the brewery, its unusual former bowling-alley home, and the local beer scene.
• You learn how natural ingredients are turned into beer.
• Five core-range beers are served, each at 140ml, with an explanation of what you are tasting.
• Mykonian myths and brewery stories fill out the session.
• You may have the chance to buy limited-edition Mikonu beers sold only at the brewery.

The exact order may vary, but the activity is clearly designed as a guided tasting rather than an open-ended bar visit. That makes it a good afternoon stop when you want something structured but not a full-day excursion.

One practical point: private transportation is not included. You need to reach the brewery yourself, and the booking information does not list a transfer service. Check the meeting point and allow enough time to get there rather than treating the one-hour duration as the total time needed.

Is $29 good value?

At $29 per person, the price works best if you value the explanation and the setting as much as the beer itself. The five pours add up to about 700ml, but you are also paying for an English-speaking guide, the brewing story, the local ingredient discussion, water, and the use of the taproom.

If you only want a quick beer, this is more than you need. A bar may let you buy one drink for less. But a bar will not normally give you five measured samples, a guided explanation of the core range, a look at the brewery’s unusual setting, and context about Mykonian beer.

The price does not include snacks. That is the biggest value warning for anyone expecting a full food-and-drink pairing. Eat beforehand or plan a meal afterward. Since the experience lasts one hour and the pours are moderate, it works well as a stand-alone afternoon activity rather than as dinner.

Limited-edition Mikonu beers are also extra if you want to take home something made only at the brewery. Set a separate budget for those purchases, since they are not part of the $29 booking.

Who should book this tasting?

I would recommend it to adults who enjoy trying local products, learning how drinks are made, or finding a break from the usual beach-bar routine. It is also a good fit for couples and small groups who want a relaxed activity that does not take up half a day.

Beer fans will get the most from the comparison between five beers and the chance to ask about ingredients and brewing choices. You do not need to be a beer expert, though. The guided format is intended to explain the basics as well as the brewery’s own beers.

This is less suitable if you dislike beer, want a large meal included, or expect a long industrial tour. The activity is short, focused, and tasting-led.

The age information needs careful reading. Children under 18 may visit the brewery free of charge, but they are not served alcohol, and the experience is marked as not suitable for children under 18. In practical terms, this is an adult tasting, not a family activity built around children.

The venue is wheelchair accessible, which makes the experience possible for visitors who need step-free access. Smoking indoors is not permitted.

How the tasting compares with a regular Mykonos bar stop

A normal bar visit gives you freedom to order what you already like. This tasting asks you to try five beers chosen from the brewery’s core range, then gives you the background to understand the differences.

That distinction matters on Mykonos, where it is easy to fill an afternoon with drinks in scenic places but harder to find an activity connected to local production. Here, the former bowling alley, the island stories, and the use of local ingredients give the hour a clear identity.

The trade-off is flexibility. You cannot simply skip the explanation and order a different drink, and the experience does not promise a full meal or private attention. The group limit of 10 keeps it personal enough for questions, but it is still a shared session.

I see it as a strong choice for an afternoon when you want a taste of local craft without committing to a long food tour. The short duration also leaves room for dinner, sightseeing, or more time by the water.

Booking details that affect your decision

The activity lasts one hour, with starting times based on availability. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and the reserve-now, pay-later option lets you hold a place without paying at the time of booking.

Those terms are helpful if your Mykonos plans are still shifting. Island schedules can change, and a one-hour booking is easier to move around than a full-day tour.

The group is limited to 10 participants, and the guide speaks English. Water, all fees and taxes, and the five alcoholic tastings are included. Transportation and snacks are not.

The overall rating is 4.6 from nine ratings, with especially strong praise for the friendly staff, clear English explanations, advice about Mykonos, and the quality of the beers. Margarita receives particular praise for her beer knowledge and island recommendations, while Angelo is also singled out as warm and welcoming. I would place those strengths at the center of the decision: this is not only about the liquid in the glass, but also about the people explaining it.

Should you book Mykonos Brewing Company?

Book it if you want a short, local beer experience with five samples, a quirky underground setting, and useful conversation about Mykonos. The $29 price is reasonable when you count the guide and the tasting, though you should bring your own food plans.

Skip it if you are looking for a full meal, private transportation, or a long brewery tour. For adults who enjoy beer and want something more personal than another drink at a crowded bar, this is an easy one-hour addition to a Mykonos afternoon.

FAQ

How long does the beer tasting last?

The tasting lasts one hour.

How many beers are included?

You receive a tasting of five core-range beers.

How large is each beer serving?

Each serving is 140ml.

Is water included?

Yes, water is included.

Are snacks included?

No. Snacks are not included in the price.

Is transportation included?

No. Private transportation is not included.

What language is the tour offered in?

The live tour guide speaks English.

How many people can join the group?

The group is limited to 10 participants.

Can children under 18 visit the brewery?

Children under 18 may visit the brewery free of charge, but they are not served alcohol. The experience is marked as not suitable for children under 18.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.