Dos Santos Craft Beer
Offering a fantastic selection of beers, from pale ale and lager to a delicious stout, Dos Santos is one brewery not to be missed. Following the ancient German purity law of reinheitsgebot, only the finest ingredients are used to create this range of drinks. The Quinta Dos Santos vineyard near Carvoeiro is the location of the fantastic taproom, where visitors can enjoy a taste of one of the classic beers, as well as seasonal specials. See first-hand the process of brewing these drinks, and then head to the taproom to discover your favourite. With exceptional views of the countryside and a stylish and modern restaurant serving up stunning tapas dishes, this is a great day out for couples. And even if you aren’t a fan of ales, you can treat yourself to some of the gorgeous wines made by the company instead!
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Algarvian Brewing Company
Located at the Zona Ribeirinha of Portimao, the Algarvian Brewing Company offers a selection of craft beers and delicious, authentic Mexican food. With a fresh and cool vibe, there will be plenty of beers to taste whilst you soak up the atmosphere, either inside or out on the comfy terrace. You can really feel a part of the action inside as you sit in between the brewing equipment chowing down on a selection of tacos and nachos and deciding which of the 12 taps to try next. Ideal for meeting up with friends, this place offers a fun and relaxed chill-out spot for those who appreciate craft beers and know what they like.
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Nova Vida
A family-run micro-brewery in the heart of Loulé, Nova Vida offers a true feeling of passion for the craft when you visit. A small scale business, every aspect is looked after from start to finish by the owners, ensuring that each drop of beer that is served is exactly how they want it to be. The selection of beers available are unique and truly exciting for any craft connoisseur, each having a history rich in meaning and nostalgia for the family. They offer a brewery tour with the brewmaster which is an incredible experience for anyone interested in the process, and then you get to sample five beers afterwards with a lesson in zythology, the science of beer! Also available is a brewing workshop which would be the ideal gift for any beer enthusiast; they will be guided from the beginning to create their own dream ale or lager, and get to take home up to 20 litres of it once fermentation is complete!
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Nano Brew Fuseta
Serving up cool, laid back vibes and up to 20 different craft beers, the Nano Brew is guaranteed to give you a night to remember. Serving something for everyone, there is a low alcohol option so even the designated driver doesn’t have to miss out on the flavours during a visit. A couple of stars of the show to try if available are the Two Berry, a beer with blackcurrant and blackberry notes, and the Grapefruit Goose which features salt from Olhao and Alentejo grapefruit juice. Open Friday, Saturday and Sundays from 5pm, the Nano Brew always has a buzzing atmosphere and fun people to chat to. Keep an eye on their Facebook page to see when they have live music on for a truly special outing.
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Words: Laura Shea