Lafkas Brewery

Hania


Michalis and his Belgian wife, Aurelie, run this nanobrewery 4.5km southwest of Hania. They brew two beers: a triple-hop pale ale and an annual special collaborating with local producers, which might be a stout using Kross cold brew. Buy a bottle (€2.50) to enjoy at the outdoor tables next to a wall-sized mural and with views of the Lefka Ori (White Mountains).

Michalis or Aurelie will give you a quick brewery tour, too.


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