Latvia · BLACK BALSAM TASTINGS AND PUB CRAWLS
The local bitter has been made here since 1752 and tastes like it means it. These 5 nights work through the Old Town cellars, usually with the balsam served three ways, and the listings below are honest about how many bars, how many drinks and what time it ends.
Review of Riga’s private pub crawl, with welcome drink, club entry, local drinks, guide tips, pricing, logistics, and booking advice.
“Liga did a great job is showing the group the night scene and some activities in Riga. It was a rowdy group and she did a great job in keeping us moving along and enjoying ourselves.”
Review of Riga’s private one-hour beer bike tour, with Old Town views, cold beer, music, covered seating, pricing, and booking tips.
“Anna was amazing. The whole team were not only swiftly responsive with any query but super friendly. Outstanding experience.”
Taste five Latvian liqueurs in Riga’s 18th-century alchemical lab, with coffee, truffles, stories, and a close look at Black Balsam.
“We were given an excellent run down of the Black Balsan variations with time to savour. There were a couple of coffees and a delicious dark chocolate bite. We explored to ‘lab’ downstairs.”
Review of Riga’s four-hour pub crawl, with three pubs, a nightclub finish, local guides, practical tips, price, dress code, and safety advice.
“Had a great time. Good job Ginny! Karaoke, games and dancing. I liked that you gave us freedom to choose when and where to go. Thank you!”
Review of Riga Black Balsam XO tasting at Black Magic Bar, with pricing, flavors, setting, practical tips, and who should book.
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