7 Reasons Why a Beer Tasting Is the Christmas Gathering Your Team Will Thank You For
A Rambling Beer Co. Christmas beer tasting brings together good people, brilliant beer and a genuine sense of place.
Led by Beer Sommelier Sarah Hyde, each guided session blends award-winning local drinks, optional artisan food pairings and relaxed conversation. It’s made for teams, co-working communities and clients who want something original, inclusive and effortlessly enjoyable — the kind of celebration people actually remember.
1) A Taste of Local Craft That Tells a Story
Our line-ups showcase independent breweries from across Manchester, Liverpool and the North West — the small producers who keep local beer culture alive.
Guests explore five exceptional beers, each with its own story and style: bright citrus pales, smooth winter stouts and spiced festive specials. It’s a simple, sensory way to celebrate the region’s creativity while supporting local business at the same time.
2) Food That Belongs on the Same Table
Good beer deserves food with the same care behind it. We work with artisan cheesemakers, charcuterie producers and independent bakers to create optional pairings that lift the whole experience.
Expect hand-made mince pies, gingerbread and lebkuchen, and British farmhouse cheeses chosen to match the beers. Together they make a tasting that feels generous, festive and firmly rooted in local craft.
3) Inclusive by Design
Everyone’s welcome at the table. Alongside beer, we offer craft cider, small-batch gin, and full low- and no-alcohol menus.
Nobody’s left out — every option gets the same attention, storytelling and sense of occasion. It’s a genuinely inclusive experience that brings people together, whatever they drink.
4) A Better Way to Spend Time Together
We called it The Rambling Beer Co. for a reason — we like a good chat about beer.
Our tastings are lively, not scripted. People ask questions, share stories and take the conversation wherever it wants to go. Sometimes it’s travel or favourite pints; sometimes it’s how a beer was made.
That’s what makes each session different. It’s relaxed, genuine and full of the easy back-and-forth that reminds you why beer has always been a social thing.
5) Simple to Host, Easy to Book
We handle the lot — glassware, setup, service and clear-down.
- A 1.5–2 hour guided tasting
- Five outstanding local beers (or cider, gin or low/no line-up)
- Optional food pairings
- Delivery at your office, co-working space, or one of our partner venues in Manchester or Liverpool
It’s good value, low effort and high impact — exactly what you need at the busiest time of year.
6) Something to Look Forward To
Book your December tasting by 30 November and receive a complimentary alcohol-free tasting in January for up to 12 guests — a bright way to start the new year.
It’s our thank-you for supporting local producers this season.
(Offer valid for groups of 10+ within Manchester or Liverpool city centres.)
7) Celebrate Local, Support Independent
Every booking helps sustain a network of small brewers, bakers and cheesemakers who give our cities their flavour.
Choosing a Rambling Beer Co. event isn’t just good for your team — it’s good for the local economy and the people who keep it vibrant.
🎁 Book a Celebration That Reflects Your Values
This Christmas, choose an experience that’s relaxed, inclusive and full of character. A Rambling Beer Co. Christmas beer tasting brings your people together, celebrates local craft and makes end-of-year gatherings something everyone looks forward to.
