Oaxaca Authentic Mezcal Tasting Experience

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Summary

Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

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Location

Oaxaca de Juarez

Duration

2 hours

Number of Guests

1 - 10 guests

Language

English, Spanish

Digital Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Discover Oaxaca's mezcal heritage with a local expert. Explore the rich flavors of five unique mezcals in an intimate setting. Learn about its cultural significance and intricate production.

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10 meals

Experience Details

Adventure begins with an exploration of the agave plant—sacred in Mexico for over 10,000 years. Learn how this ancient plant has shaped the identity of our people, and uncover the stories behind its cultivation and symbolism.

Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of mezcal with an authentic tasting experience in Oaxaca, guided by a mezcal expert from a family steeped in five generations. In a charming tasting room, dive into the interplay of chemistry, biology, and anthropology that makes mezcal Mexico’s iconic spirit.

Discover the agave plant’s cultural significance and its deep-rooted connection to Oaxacan heritage while savoring five distinct mezcals from various regions. Each sip reveals how unique production methods and terroirs influence flavor and aroma, enriching your appreciation for this beloved drink.

The experience takes place in El Mercado Negro, inside a colonial house in the Oaxaca heart. Intimate, authentic, and filled with history, perfect setting to enjoy mezcal.

What You Get

Experienced Maestro Mezcalero Guide

Alcoholic beverages

Tasting of 5 different mezcals from various regions.

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Good To Know

Public transportation options are available nearby

What You’ll Experience

Perfect for travelers who want more than just a drink – it’s about stories, culture, and unforgettable memories. Guided by experts with a fifth-generation Oaxacan mezcal master you will: - Explore the cultural history of agave and its importance in Oaxaca. - Learn the basics of agave ecology, biology, and distribution. - Discover the full process of artisanal mezcal production. - Enjoy a guided tasting of 5 different mezcals from various regions. - Compare how different methods shape the flavor and aroma profiles. - Take home a deeper understanding of mezcal’s role in Mexican culture. What You’ll Do • Meet a fifth-generation Oaxacan mezcal master. • Explore the cultural history of agave and its importance in Oaxaca. • Learn the basics of agave ecology, biology, and distribution. • Discover the full process of artisanal mezcal production. • Enjoy a guided tasting of 5 different mezcals from various regions. • Compare how different methods shape the flavor and aroma profiles. • Take home a deeper understanding of mezcal’s role in Mexican culture. The best of all is mezcal shots included, this is a traditional, cultural and very informative mezcal tasting.