The TACOA brewery tour and craft beer tasting shows how small-batch beers are made in a working brewery, from selecting the ingredients all the way to the finished drink. Founded in 2001, TACOA was the first microbrewery and brewery restaurant in the Canary Islands and is currently considered the second-oldest craft brewery still operating in Spain.
During the guided tour, you can learn about the history of the brewery and the main stages of beer production. The presentation covers the milling of the grain, mashing, the role of hops, fermentation, maturation and bottling, among other processes. This is not a museum presentation designed for spectacle, but an insight into the daily life of a genuinely working small brewery.
The tour is followed by a guided tasting of four different house beers. The aim is not to consume large quantities, but to compare the colour, aroma, flavour and character of the different beer styles. The beers tasted may vary depending on the current selection.
Depending on the package selected, the beer tasting can be booked on its own, with a selection of Canarian cheeses or with lunch. The cheese selection complements the flavours of the different beers, while the lunch option may be a better choice for those who would like a more complete gastronomic experience. A vegan alternative is also available for the cheese package upon advance request.
The brewery also has a restaurant and its own shop, where additional TACOA beers and branded products can be purchased. A large mural by graffiti artist Iker Muro can also be seen at the venue, but the clear focus of the programme is brewing and tasting.
The guided brewery tour lasts approximately 50-60 minutes, although the full programme may take longer depending on the package selected and the length of the meal. The programme provides a truly worthwhile experience if the participant has at least a basic understanding of the selected foreign language used for the guided tour.
It is intended for those who enjoy craft beers and are also curious about what happens before bottling. This experience provides meaningful insight into the history and work of a Canarian brewery that has been operating for more than twenty years in a short amount of time, while it is important to understand that this is not unlimited drinking or a noisy beer-drinking session, but a guided, informative tasting.
WHERE AND WHEN?
El Sauzal
Every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
13:00 (1 PM)
The programme begins on the day and at the exact time specified in the booking.
PARKING (if you are not staying nearby)
PARKING (Google Maps) (on the street, free of charge)
⚠️ do not leave valuables in the car
VENUE (on foot)
ENTRANCE (Google Maps)
Upon arrival, check in at the bar counter
PROGRAMME TYPE
Indoor
PREGNANCY
The programme can also be attended during pregnancy, but alcohol consumption is not recommended.
ACCESSIBLE
/wheelchair or pushchair/
Yes
PETS
Pets are not permitted on the programme.
ORDER OF ARRIVAL
The order of arrival is not important.
RESTROOM FACILITIES
Available.
SMOKING
Not permitted during the programme.
Smoking is possible on the terrace in front of the entrance before and after the programme.
HOW DOES THE PROGRAMME WORK?
12:55 (12:55 PM): arrival by car
13:00 (1 PM): guest reception and check-in
13:10 (1:10 PM): guided brewery tour
13:45 (1:45 PM): beer tasting at the bar, accompanied by food - depending on the selected ticket
14:30 (2:30 PM) - 15:30 (3:30 PM): expected end of the programme
WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING?
• layered, comfortable clothing
• sweater or light jacket (due to the changeable weather)
• stable, flat-soled, comfortable footwear
• mineral water (min. 1 litre (approx. 34 US fl oz) per person) (for the journey)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• children aged 0-17 cannot take part in the programme
• photography and video recording are permitted during the programme
• the brewery can be reached entirely via standard-width, paved main roads
• arrival 5 minutes before the start of the programme is recommended
• the programme is also suitable for those who are new to beer tasting
• the programme is also an excellent choice for advanced and particularly experienced beer enthusiasts
• beers and souvenirs can also be purchased at the brewery
HEALTH INFORMATION
• if you have food allergies, dishes free from the relevant allergen are also available on site
DRIVING AND ALCOHOL
Although Tenerife does not have zero tolerance for alcohol consumption, we nevertheless recommend that the driver does not consume alcohol.
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Low - the programme is easy to complete
AVAILABLE LANGUAGES
Guided tour language: Spanish, English, German
Staff: Spanish, English, German
Participation in the programme requires language skills.
TICKET TYPES
✔︎ The programme can be booked by paying a deposit.
Only the deposit must be paid at the time of booking; the remaining amount is payable at the venue by bank card or in cash, in euros (€).
Only the deposit must be paid at the time of booking; the remaining amount is payable at the venue in cash, in euros (€).
VISIT 1: brewery tour, beer tasting and cheese platter
VISIT 2: brewery tour, beer tasting and lunch
The programme can be booked for a minimum of 2 people.
Tickets are accepted in both digital and printed form.
INFORMATION REQUIRED FOR BOOKING
From the person making the booking:
• name as shown on official documents
• email address
• telephone number
• billing address
• preferred language
From each participant:
• food allergy - if applicable
LATEST BOOKING
3 days in advance
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• children aged 0-17 cannot take part in the programme
• the programme can be booked for a minimum of 2 people
• the programme can only be attended on the day and at the exact time specified in the booking
• participation in the programme requires language skills
• photography and video recording are permitted during the programme
• the brewery can be reached entirely via standard-width, paved main roads
• arrival 5 minutes before the start of the programme is recommended
• the prices of both the VISIT 1 and VISIT 2 ticket types include the tour and beer tasting
• the quantities served are tasting portions and do not represent four full glasses of beer
• VISIT 1: the price includes a cheese platter
• VISIT 2: the price includes a hot lunch
• all additional food, drinks and on-site purchases must be paid for separately
• the programme is also suitable for those who are new to beer tasting
• the programme is also an excellent choice for advanced and particularly experienced beer enthusiasts
• the driver should preferably not consume alcohol
• beers and souvenirs can also be purchased at the brewery
HEALTH INFORMATION
• the programme is wheelchair accessible
• the programme can also be attended during pregnancy, but alcohol consumption is not recommended
• if you have food allergies, dishes free from the relevant allergen are also available on site
HOW SHOULD YOU PREPARE?
• layered, comfortable clothing
• sweater or light jacket (due to the changeable weather)
• stable, flat-soled, comfortable footwear
• mineral water (min. 1 litre (approx. 34 US fl oz) per person) (for the journey)
PARKING | on the street (free of charge)
ENTRANCE
en 
El Sauzal
1.5 hours
4.4 (1.5 K)
