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Mezcal Soul: The spirit of a land
This is not just a tasting — it’s an immersive journey into the land, the people, and the science behind one of Mexico’s most iconic spirits. Guided by a local expert and chemist, you’ll explore mezcal from its roots in the agave fields to the final pour in your glass.
You’ll taste a curated selection of artisanal mezcals, learning how different agave species, terroir, and traditional production methods shape each flavor. As you sip, you’ll discover the stories behind the producers, the cultural significance of mezcal, and the subtle notes that define quality — from smoky and earthy to floral and fruit-forward.
Expect a relaxed yet elevated atmosphere where education meets pleasure. You’ll develop your palate, gain insider knowledge, and experience mezcal in a way that goes far beyond the typical tour.
By the end, you won’t just taste mezcal — you’ll understand it, connect with it, and carry a deeper appreciation of Oaxaca’s spirit with you.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1
This will be our first stop to have breakfast. You could find vegan options and the most delicious tacos and quesadillas on a little pop up kitchen. I will be waiting with a signboard.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Santiago Matatlan
Masterclass and tasting of Mezcal. We will be able to appreciate agave fields and some wild agaves growing in the area, the manufacture of tradicional Mezcal with families from the town. We will be also able to understand the growing of the category and experience the life in a "palenque", which is the name as a distillery is known in Oaxaca. We will observe copper and clay pot distillation and then taste the mezcales obtained from both techniques from a wide variety of agaves. We will be visiting a Pulque farm and how this other beverage from agave is extracted.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
3
We will spend the rest of the day cooking a traditional grill in the mountains with local ingredients while we enjoy the landscape of a nice Mezcal village in other "palenque" with native mezcalero families. We will be able to do some trekking, wild agave observation in its natural habitat and spent the rest of the day eating and tasting the local traditional food and Mezcal.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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