What is Draft & Craft Cruise?
Draft & Craft Cruise is Tallink Silja Line’s beer and whisky themed cruise aboard Silja Serenade. Step into a two-day fair at sea to explore over 15 beer brands and over 40 whisky brands from producers around the world. Taste new favorites, discover limited editions, enjoy exclusive dinners and join expert-led masterclasses designed for curious beginners and true enthusiasts alike.
Did you know: Deluxe, Commodore, Suite and Executive Suite cabins include complimentary ticket(s) to the Draft & Craft Fair.
What to expect on board?
Draft & Craft Fair
Two days dedicated to great pours and the stories behind them. Discover over 55 beer and whisky brands from different countries and taste your way through classics, new releases and limited editions. Ticket includes:
- Two-day entry to the fair
- Welcome bag
- 15 tasting coupons
Tastings at the fair are paid with coupons and you can purchase more on board. You can also buy special and limited-edition products directly from producers. We recommend booking your ticket together with the cruise.
Ticket price 39 €/person
Bon Vivant special dinners
Two evenings, two distinct pairing journeys in the elegant setting of Bon Vivant.
Fri 27.11 at 20:30: The Glendronach dinner
Multi-course menus specifically designed to complement whiskies from the Scotch whisky distillery The Glendronach
Sat 28.11 at 20:30: Õllenaut & Rügener Insel-Brauerei dinner
Multi-course menus specifically designed to complement beers from ship’s beer producers Õllenaut and Rügener Insel-Brauerei
Club One price
from 89 €/person
Regular price from 99 €/person
Whisky & beer masterclasses
Go beyond the tasting and learn to recognize what you love.
Join expert-led sessions that explore styles, production and pairing principles. Each masterclass includes guided tastings and is available to book in advance via Onboard Services.
Ticket price 12-17 €/person
Masterclasses
Revisit an old favorite or discover something new at our expert-led guided tastings. Book in advance via Onboard Services.
Friday, 27 November, 2026
16:30-17:30
Glen Garioch & Bowmore
Two Distilleries, Two Distinctive Stories – Glen Garioch & Bowmore. Discover two distinctive sides of Scotch whisky through the stories of Glen Garioch and Bowmore. From the rich, full-bodied Highland character of Glen Garioch to the unmistakable maritime and smoky influence of Bowmore’s Islay home, this masterclass takes a deeper look at the heritage, craftsmanship and individual character behind both distilleries.
27.11 16:30-17:30
Conference room VIP
17 €/person
17:30-18:30
Rügen Island Brewery Experience
The Rügener Insel Brauerei, the island is located in the same sea as you are now crossing, is extraordinary in many ways. All beers are brewed as they may have tasted decades or a hundred years ago: full of flavor and aroma and aged completely naturally.
27.11 17:30-18:30
Conference rooms 12-14
12 €/person
17:30-18:30
Bruichladdich Masterclass: 25 Years of Rebirth
In 2026, Bruichladdich celebrates 25 years since its remarkable rebirth – and they are just getting started. Join us on a journey through a quarter-century of curiosity, experimentation and a relentless drive to create some of the most thought-provoking spirits in the world.
27.11 17:30-18:30
Conference rooms 3-5
17 €/person
18:30-19:30
A Highland & Speyside Waltz by Glengoyne, Glenfarclas and Tamdhu
A magical combination of two gems from the two key whisky producing regions of Scotland which will hit the high notes! Each single malt has two incredibly unique features. Tamdhu is the only single malt which is exclusively sherry cask matured and Glengoyne has the slowest stills in Scotland; as such a great tasting for the sherry cask lovers, a great experience for those who like more sherry focussed whisky.
27.11 18:30-19:30
Conference room VIP
17 €/person
Saturday, 28 November, 2026
16:00-17:00
A Highland & Speyside Waltz by Glengoyne, Glenfarclas and Tamdhu
A magical combination of two gems from the two key whisky producing regions of Scotland which will hit the high notes! Each single malt has two incredibly unique features. Tamdhu is the only single malt which is exclusively sherry cask matured and Glengoyne has the slowest stills in Scotland; as such a great tasting for the sherry cask lovers, a great experience for those who like more sherry focussed whisky.
28.11 16:00-17:00
Conference room VIP
17 €/person
16:00-17:00
Põhjala Barrel Aged Beers
Põhjala loves bold, dark, barrel-aged beers. In the Cellar Series, they unleash their passion for ever deeper layers of oily, velvety, liquid goodness. Põhjala uses a variety of bourbon, cognac, sherry, and tequila barrels to age their unusual creations and create unique tastes by blending several distinctly different beers aged in complementary casks.
28.11 16:00-17:00
Conference rooms 12-14
12 €/person
17:30-18:30
Bruichladdich Masterclass: 25 Years of Rebirth
In 2026, Bruichladdich celebrates 25 years since its remarkable rebirth – and they are just getting started. Join us on a journey through a quarter-century of curiosity, experimentation and a relentless drive to create some of the most thought-provoking spirits in the world.
28.11 17:30-18:30
Conference rooms 3-5
17 €/person
18:00-19:00
Anderson’s Brewery World of Sour Beers
Discover the world of Estonia’s beloved craft sour beers! Together we will dive into the art of brewing: what makes sour beers unique, where the flavors come from, and how different brewing techniques shape the taste. Join our exclusive Master Class with lecturer Kiur Kivi and experience a guided journey into the production secrets of sour beer.
28.11 18:00-19:00
Conference room 12-14
12 €/person
18:30-19:30
Glen Garioch & Bowmore
Two Distilleries, Two Distinctive Stories – Glen Garioch & Bowmore. Discover two distinctive sides of Scotch whisky through the stories of Glen Garioch and Bowmore. From the rich, full-bodied Highland character of Glen Garioch to the unmistakable maritime and smoky influence of Bowmore’s Islay home, this masterclass takes a deeper look at the heritage, craftsmanship and individual character behind both distilleries.
28.11 18:30-19:30
Conference room VIP
17 €/person