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Our Mezcal Tours
Start time: | 9:15 am | 3:15 pm |
Duration time for each tour:
Exclusive Mezcal Tour, (6 hrs.)
Mezcal Tour Journey, (5 hrs.)
Tlacolula Mezcal Tour, (5 hrs)
Mezcal Tour Experience, (3 hrs 30 min.)
The Mezcal Route, (5 hrs 30 min.)
Mezcal Tasting Class, (1 hr 30 min)
Harvest Your Own Agave, (4 hrs)
Mezcal Scouting Experience, (5 hrs 30 min)
Ancestral Mezcal Tour, (3 hrs )
Wild Agaves Hiking Tour, (3 hrs 30 min.)
Exclusive Mezcal Tour
Explore two distilleries and many agave fields aboard a barrel truck, gain insight into the mezcal production process, and the botanical characteristics and enjoy tastings of all the flavors in our mezcal collection.
- Round-trip transportation from the meeting point.
- Visit two authentic, family-owned Mezcal distilleries.
- Explore the history, origins, and cultural importance of mezcal.
- Learn about the biodiversity of the agave species.
- Explore the process of mezcal production and its traditional techniques.
- Discover the different flavor profiles and aromas present in mezcal through guided tasting.
- See rare agave varietals while gaining insight into their cultivation methods.
- Gain insight into the growth of agave rhizome sprouts.
- Learn about the anatomy and reproductive process of the agave plant.
- Enjoy access to a fully stocked open bar.
- Select any flavor from our mezcal collection to taste.
- Learn about the organoleptic analysis involved in mezcal tasting.
- Taste the ancestral mezcal.
- Taste curados and cremas de mezcal, traditional flavored mezcal drinks.
- Enjoy a ride on the barrel truck at the distillery while exploring the agave fields.
- Sample pulque, tepache and aguamiel, naturally fermented traditional drinks with deep cultural roots.
- Explanation in English or Spanish.
- Entrance fees are included.
Mezcal Tour Journey
MX $1,700 each/p
Explore two mezcal distilleries, savoring artisanal mezcal at one and ancestral mezcal at the other. Additionally, you will visit an agave field and you will gain an in-depth understanding of the mezcal production process.
- Round trip transportation from the meeting point.
- Visit two authentic family-owned mezcal distilleries.
- Explore the history, origins, and cultural importance of mezcal within Mexican traditions.
- Discover the different flavor profiles and aromas present in mezcal through guided tasting.
- Explore some agave varietals while gaining insight into their cultivation methods.
- Learn about the anatomy and reproductive process of the agave plant.
- Participate in an educational mezcal tasting.
- Sample up to 9 distinct mezcal varieties, exploring their diverse flavor profiles.
- Choose any 2 varieties from our distinguished mezcal collection.
- Taste the ancestral mezcal, one of the rarest and most distinctive spirits.
- Entrance fees are included.
- Explanation in English or Spanish.
Tlacolula Mezcal Tour
MX $1,800 each/p
Explore one mezcal distillery on a guided tour and discover the vibrant Tlacolula Market, the largest indigenous open-air market in Oaxaca.
This tour is recommended to be taken on sunday.
- Round trip transportation from the meeting point.
- Visit one authentic family-owned mezcal distillery.
- Gain an in-depth understanding of mezcal production process.
- Visit an agave field and learn about its cultivation process.
- Taste up to 8 distinct flavors of mezcal.
- Select two varieties from our curated mezcal collection.
- Taste curados and cremas de mezcal, traditional flavored mezcal beverages.
- Visit Tlacolula and enjoy the vibrant, expansive open-air market.
- Experience a tasting of traditional breads.
- Explore the historic church and discover its cultural and historical importance.
- Learn about the Zapotec people and their way of life.
- Entrance fees are included.
- Explanation in English or Spanish.
- This tour commences at 9:15 am only.
Mezcal Tour Experience
MX $1,400 each/p
Visit one distillery and a small agave field, and gain insight into the art of mezcal production.
- Round trip transportation from the meeting point
- Visit one authentic family-owned mezcal distillery.
- Gain insight into the history and origins of mezcal while en route.
- Learn about the steps involved in mezcal production process.
- Explore a traditional agave field.
- Learn about the agave cultivation process.
- Enjoy a tasting of 8 different mezcal varieties.
- Taste curados and cremas de mezcal, traditional flavored mezcal beverages.
- Entrance fees are included.
- Explanation in English or Spanish.
The Mezcal Route
MX $2,100 each/p
Discover the art of mezcal at a local distillery, wander through the historic town of Teotitlán, and stand in awe of the Tule Tree, the world’s widest tree and a remarkable natural legacy.
- Round trip transportation from the meeting point.
- Visit one authentic family-owned mezcal distillery.
- Learn about the mezcal production process, from agave harvesting to distillation.
- Walk through an agave field and discover how these remarkable plants are cultivated for mezcal production.
- Enjoy a tasting of up to 8 handcrafted mezcals from our exclusive collection.
- Visit the traditional textile workshop of Teotitlán and discover the artistry behind its renowned fabrics.
- Learn about the history and traditions of this Zapotec textile art.
- Visit the handcrafted textiles market and explore the region.
- Visit El Tule Tree, the world’s widest tree, and marvel at this natural wonder.
- Discover the fascinating history of El Tule Tree and the diverse wildlife that inhabits its trunk.
- Entrance fees are included.
- Explanation in English or Spanish.
- This tour starts at 9:15 am only.
Mezcal Tasting class
MX $550 each/p
Visit our exclusive bar in Oaxaca and enjoy a mezcal tasting experience guided by a Mezcal master in an intimate speakeasy setting.
- Visit our exclusive city terrace bar and enjoy a unique mezcal tasting experience.
- Enjoy the unique city panorama and admire the hand-painted acrylic artwork.
- Learn about mezcal production and discover mezcal’s story, legends, and origins.
- Enjoy a mezcal guided tasting masterclass.
- Taste 6 unique flavors from our mezcal collection.
- Available in English or Spanish.
Harvest Your Own Agave
MX $1,600 each/p
Experience a visit to a mezcal distillery, where you will participate in a comprehensive, hands-on mezcal workshop. You will also enjoy views of the agave fields while harvesting your own agave.
- Round trip transportation from the meeting point.
- Visit the agave field and participate in harvesting your own piña.
- Gain insight into the proper techniques involved in the cultivation and harvesting of this plant.
- Gain an understanding of the biodiversity and variety of agave species.
- Learn about the cultural significance of this spirit in the lives for Oaxacan farmers.
- Enjoy a guided tour of the mezcal production process at a family-owned distillery.
- Discover how to recognize the diverse flavors and aromas that mezcal presents.
- Taste 10 varieties of different flavors.
- Taste the ancestral mezcal, one of the rarest and most distinctive spirits in Oaxaca.
- All entrance fees included.
- Available in English or Spanish.
Mezcal Scouting Experience
MX $1,900 each/p
Explore two mezcal distilleries, one artisanal and one ancestral, participate in the mezcal workshop from scratch, learn the whole process, and walk through the agave fields.
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Round trip transportation from the meeting point.
- Visit two authentic family-owned mezcal distilleries.
- Participate in the mezcal workshop and discover the craft of mezcal production up close.
- Discover the origin, rich history, cultural significance and diverse ecosystem of the Maguey.
- Learn about the anatomy and reproductive process of the agave plant.
- Discover the various traditional techniques used to craft artisanal and ancestral mezcal.
- Enjoy the mezcal tasting and learn the art of organoleptic analysis to fully appreciate its sensory qualities.
- Hop on the barrel truck at the distillery and explore the agave fields plus a pulque-producing family.
- Tasting of aguamiel, pulque and tepache plus explanation.
- Enjoy the tasting and explore 15 flavors of mezcal.
- Taste 3 unique flavors from our mezcal collection.
- Taste the ancestral mezcal, a rare and unique spirit.
- Entrance fees are included.
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Available in English or Spanish.
Ancestral Mezcal Tour
MX $1,100 each/p
A pre-Hispanic Heritage
The ancestral distillery experience offers a unique journey into the heart of Mexican culture, tracing its roots back to pre-Hispanic times around 1400. Visit a family-owned ancestral distillery near the city and immerse yourself in the traditional art of ancestral mezcal production.
- Round trip transportation from the meeting location.
- Visit the city’s smallest ancestral mezcal distillery and experience its traditional craft.
- Discover the step-by-step process of ancestral mezcal production.
- Taste all the unique and distinctive flavors of ancestral mezcal.
- Taste ancestral mezcal in a handmade ancestral bowl, just like our ancestors, and take this souvenir home.
- Discover the origin, rich history, and legends.
- Discover the rich diversity of agave varietals and their unique ecosystems.
- Learn about the cultural significance of mezcal and agave traditions.
- Explanation in English or Spanish
- Entrance fees are included.
Wild Agaves Hiking Tour
MX $800 each/p
If you love hiking, explore Oaxaca’s Mountain trails and encounter some of the region’s most iconic wild agaves. The walk is approximately 1.05 miles (1.7 km).
- Round trip transportation from the meeting point.
- Learn about Oaxaca’s wild agaves and their unique characteristics.
- Visit a family-owned cultivated agave field and learn about its care and cultivation.
- Learn about the anatomy and reproductive process of the agave plant.
- Hike Oaxaca’s mountains and discover the wild agaves native to the region.
- Learn about the history and origins of mezcal.
- Participate in an educational mezcal tasting.
- Learn about other medicinal plants and their traditional uses.
- Hike to the lookout, admire the wild agaves, and enjoy the stunning view.
- Explanation in English or Spanish
- Entrance fees are included.
- This tour starts at 9:15 am only.
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Why Mezcal Tour Experience
The rich history, traditional production methods, and artisanal equipment are just a few of the many reasons your visit to our distillery will be unforgettable. Our guides are all local experts, deeply connected to our culture and highly knowledgeable about the mezcal industry.
If you’re eager to explore the art of mezcal-making and experience our distilleries firsthand, booking a Mezcal tour is the perfect way to do it.
Questions?
If you’re curious to know more about this spirit and want to visit our distilleries we’re here to answer any questions.
Original and with an innate understanding of the Mezcal production process
These tours provided by Mezcal Tour Experience are operated by Órale Overseas – Spanish and Culture Immersion S.C. and are designed exclusively for educational purposes. All our experiences we offer focus on foresting an understanding of our culture, traditions and pre-Hispanic heritage. All our tours are engaging and informative, offering participants a fully immersive cultural experience in Oaxaca.
Operated by Órale Overseas-Spanish and Culture Immersion S.C. Mexican Company. Public Registry: 5363 State of Oaxaca, Mexico. Institute of the Registry Function of the State of Oaxaca.
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