Taste Catalonia’s vermouth traditions onshore, then trade the quay for a yacht to view Barcelona’s skyline from the water. This two‑hour workshop-plus-sail combines a guided vermouth tasting with a 75‑minute coastal cruise past the city’s iconic landmarks.
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The first clink of glass comes before the hull slips away from Port Olímpic. Salted air lifts the citrus and herb notes from your vermouth glass as the yacht turns east, the city’s skyline sliding into a coastline of beaches and cranes. For 45 minutes you stand at a shaded table on the dock, guided through red, white and rosé vermouth while sampling cold sausage, cheese, and Catalan tapas; then the gangway folds and the sea takes its place in the story.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires short step from dock to boat and standing during the workshop.
Wildlife
History
Port Olímpic was reshaped for the 1992 Barcelona Olympics and transformed the shoreline into the marina and Vila Olímpica neighborhood; vermouth drinking in Catalonia dates to 19th‑century café culture.
Conservation
Operators encourage no‑trace practices: take all waste ashore and avoid discarding containers at sea; follow local rules on anchoring to protect seagrass and marine life.
Reserve your spot on the Vermouth and Tapas Workshop with Sailing Experience today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive 15 minutes early
Meeting point is Port Olímpic (Moll de Mestral); arrive early to check in and avoid missing the boarding window.
Bring ID
Alcoholic tastings are served; carry government ID to confirm age for drinks service.
Protect from sun and spray
Wear sunscreen and bring a light windbreaker — the sun and sea spray can be stronger once you leave the breakwater.
Motion‑sickness prep
If you’re sensitive to rolling, take medication or use acupressure bands before boarding.
Government ID
Required for alcohol service during the vermouth tasting.
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Protects skin and eyes from strong coastal sun and reflective glare off the water.
summer
Light windbreaker
Blocks wind and sea spray during the sail when temperatures are cooler.
spring
Seasickness remedy
Helpful for those prone to motion sickness during coastal cruising.