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Experience the synergy of ancient Zapotec heritage and 21st-century sustainability.
While most mezcal tours follow a standard path, Capotlán offers an exclusive journey into the future of the industry. We are the only distillery in Oaxaca with a 100% certified eco-sustainable production process, meaning your experience supports a "zero-waste" philosophy that uses no animal labor and reuses all water.
What truly makes us unique is your exclusive access: we are the only tour that takes you to private agave plantations on the slopes of the Monte Albán. This isn't just a tasting; it's a masterclass in world-class spirits. You will witness how three generations of family tradition collaborate with university researchers to protect agave biodiversity, culminating in a professional flight of five international gold-medal-winning mezcals. Choose the tour where award-winning quality meets an uncompromising commitment to the planet.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We provide pickup directly from your accommodation. Our tour operator will send you a whatsapp message to confirm your exact pickup time. For your safety and easy identification, our representative will be wearing an official ID badge displaying the company name.
Itinerary
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Enjoy a scenic drive through the historic heart of Oaxaca City. As we head toward the valley, your bilingual guide will share the history of the region and the deep-rooted cultural importance of mezcal in Oaxacan life.
Admission ticket free -
1Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban
Your experience begins with exclusive access to our private agave plantations on the iconic slopes of Monte Albán. Observe the majestic plants that will become our award-winning spirits while enjoying breathtaking panoramic views —a unique connection between history and nature.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Step into Oaxaca’s only 100% certified sustainable distillery. This immersive visit goes far beyond a typical tour, offering a deep dive into how three generations of family heritage have successfully merged with modern scientific research. You will explore our innovative facilities, where we’ve pioneered an ethical production model that is entirely animal-free, utilizes total water reclamation, and operates on a zero-waste philosophy. Learn about our ongoing collaborations with leading universities to reduce the industry's environmental footprint while protecting agave biodiversity. The experience reaches its peak with a premium, master-led tasting of five international gold-medal-winning mezcals. Guided by experts who have mezcal in their blood, you’ll learn to identify the complex aromatic notes and sophisticated profiles of each variety, discovering firsthand why Capotlán is setting a new global standard for responsible, world-class spirits.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- 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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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