90-Minute Craft Beer Tasting & Pinchos in Mairena del Aljarafe

Grupal • Cata Básica de Cerveza is a 90-minute guided beer tasting held in Mairena del Aljarafe, Andalucía, Spain, at C. Congreso, 61, C, 41927 Mairena del Aljarafe, Sevilla, Spain. In a compact, convivial setting, this group tasting introduces four craft beers paired with four pinchos, led by a beer specialist who walks you through brewing methods, service, storage, and pairing over ninety focused minutes. The format blends tasting with short demonstrations and a virtual dossier you keep for home reference.

The session's key features are the four selected beers, the matching pinchos, the expert-led explanations, and the tactile learning: how to taste malt, measure hop bitterness, evaluate carbonation and temperature, and select pairings that balance fat, acid and spice. The experience highlights Spain's growing craft-beer scene and its dialogue with Andalusian tapas culture; while not a historical tour, it connects modern brewing practices with regional flavor preferences.

Practical details shape the visit: the minimum group size is ten and the maximum twenty, so book early to secure your place; participants must be at least 18 years old; and organizers ask guests to arrive ten minutes before start time. The cancellation policy allows free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, with group reservations requiring 72 hours' notice.

Why book this? If you're staying in Seville or the surrounding metro area and want a compact, social introduction to craft beer without committing a full evening, this is a high-value pick. The tasting is ideal for curious travelers, teams on a light corporate outing, or a friend group wanting a focused palate-building session. The small group format keeps questions flowing and tasting intentional: you'll leave with practical service tips, pairing strategies, and a virtual dossier to revisit notes.

Accessibility and extras are modest: the program is primarily standing/seated tasting and requires no technical skills. Because the session takes place indoors in a town setting, it's reliable in any weather and pairs well with an afternoon or evening plan to explore nearby tapas bars. Use this tasting as a gateway to local craft breweries or a primer before a longer beer-focused itinerary in Andalusia.

Expect a sensory curve: warm malt notes, bright hop top notes, and a range of mouthfeels that illustrate differences in brewing grain bills and yeast character. The specialist will guide you in glassware choice, ideal serving temperatures, and how to assess clarity, aroma, and finish. Etiquette is casual: ask questions, share impressions, and pace yourself across four pours so you taste deliberately rather than drink quickly. Because groups are capped, there's space to test comparisons and ask for recommendations to continue your exploration in local bars or nearby bottle shops—perfect for travelers who want an informed next step.