Rakia & Spirits Fest Sofia 2025 – The biggest rakia and spirits event in Bulgaria!
Dates: December 6–7, 2025
Venue: National Palace of Culture (NPC), Hall 6
Opening hours: 12:00 – 21:00
Rakia & Spirits Fest Sofia returns for its 15th consecutive season, promising to be the largest and most inspiring edition yet!
This winter, we invite you to the heart of Sofia – the iconic Hall 6 of the NPK, where tradition, innovation and the spirit of the Balkans intertwine in one unforgettable experience.
What awaits you at Rakia & Spirits Fest Sofia 2025
Over 30+ wineries and distilleries from Bulgaria and the Balkans
More than 300+ different drinks for tasting
Balkan and world brandies, liqueurs and premium spirits
Cocktail bars with signature drinks
Gourmet zone with selected appetizers and specialties
Master classes and presentations
International competition "Best drink of the festival" - award ceremony on December 6 at 1:30 p.m.
TICKETS
• One-day ticket - 35 BGN / person Includes: Tastings, gift - branded tasting glass, and a voucher for 5 BGN for the purchase of brandy - 30 BGN online until December 1, 2025
• Two-day ticket - 50 BGN / person - Includes all benefits for both days + a voucher for 10 BGN for the purchase of drinks
• Ticket for two – 60 BGN/ one-day - 50 BGN online until December 1, 2025. Perfect option for a shared experience – includes tastings for two, two branded glasses and a 10 BGN voucher.
• Group ticket – 150 BGN (5+1 free)/ one-day only online until December 1, 2025. Ideal for groups of friends – six enter, but you only pay for five! Includes tastings, gift glasses and a voucher for 30 lv.
• VIP Ticket for two – 150 lv. / one-day - Includes: Access for two to Rakia & Spirits Fest Sofia, a tasting glass for each guest, Voucher for the purchase of rakia from an exhibitor of your choice, tastings at all stands, Access to the VIP area – a cozy place with gourmet appetizers, exclusive tastings of Marc de Champagne Moët & Chandon, French plum brandy, mango and pineapple distillates from French Polynesia, Moët & Chandon champagne liqueurs, Japanese rice brandy Shoju Awamori – discontinued in the last century, Craft vodkas and gins, rare brandies and rums, and many more unique drinks available only to VIP guests. Guests will also have the privilege of trying the legendary Euxinogradska aged rakia – a true rarity from the Bulgarian distillation heritage, as well as the traditional Gyulova rakia from the past. (until 100 places are sold out)
Price: 40 BGN - Master Class: The Art of Troyan Brandies - from the Tree to the Barrel
Vinprom Troyan
Speaker: Michal Kapoun, Executive Director of "Vinprom - Troyan"
Date: December 7, 2025
Location: Hall 1.7
Starting time: 3:00 PM
(until 20 places are sold out)
Immerse yourself in the magic of the Troyan tradition with a tasting of a selected premium selection: Sunny Old Troyan Plum Brandy (aged 36 months), Troyan Aged Plum Brandy 2023, Troyan Plum Brandy, aged in an acacia barrel, Premium Apricot Brandy, Premium Pear Brandy, Premium Quince Brandy.
⚠ Important The event is only for persons over 18 years of age. The organizers call for responsible alcohol consumption.
Don't miss Rakia & Spirits Fest Sofia 2025! Save the dates, invite friends and give the gift of an unforgettable experience - because the festival will be the brightest start to the festive December!