Artisanal Mezcal Culture Tour for Tasting and History
Discover mezcal's rich culture and history on this immersive tour. Explore its origins, witness artisanal production, and savor a tasting paired with an authentic Oaxacan meal.
10 meals
Experience Details
In collaboration with Mezcal Dainzu, we invite you to explore the history and landscapes of Santiago Matatlán, the Capital of Mezcal.
On this excursion, traditions come to life through the Santiago Hernández family, who for generations have preserved the craft of agave distillation —since the mid-19th century—, when mezcal was undervalued and nearly forbidden.
Doña Octavia and Don Leoncio —fifth and fourth generation mezcal masters— along with their son Carlos, welcome us to their agave fields, with stunning views, to toast with nature and show us the artisanal production process in their rustic distillery.
During the tasting, you'll discover the wide range of flavors that wild agaves have to offer. We'll also share some mezcales prepared especially for community celebrations.
The journey ends with a meal of moles and local dishes, prepared by Doña Reina, a renowned local cook, at her cozy restaurant located in the town’s historic center.
What You Get
Good To Know
- Minors will not be allowed to consume alcoholic beverages during the experience.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Wheelchair accessible
What You’ll Experience
Santiago Matatlan
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting PointC. de Manuel García Vigil 510, Calle de Manuel García Vigil, Oaxaca, Mexico, MX, 68000
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End PointThis experience ends at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Excellent experience! I booked it when I took two friends visiting me from China and England to Oaxaca, and they both left delightedly. I loved the way Vero and Don Leoncio (the master rocker) intr...read more
We highly recommend this special tour! Verónica was a spectacular and knowledgeable guide and also a delightful person to spend the afternoon with. We were particularly impressed by the obviously a...read more
This was an absolutely fun and amazing adventure. Vero organized everything from beginning to end. We drove out to a family-run mezcaleria, walked through the fields of agave, tried our hand at cut...read more
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10 meals
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