Artisanal Mezcal Culture Tour for Tasting and History
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.
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Artisanal Mezcal Culture Tour for Tasting and History
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Santiago Matatlan
Walking through different areas of Santiago Matatlán; a town called as the "Mezcal's World Capital", you will begin to discover how the processes of distillation develops inside the factory, the way the agaves grow in the field and learn how to distinguish one type of mezcal from another. On the day you will develop an in depth knowledge of mezcal, you will be provided with multiple approaches to it. We will walk the agave field, to being on perfect setting for a few pre-hispanic myths, and finally, go on to make a Mezcal toast with nature. We will head to the palenque where you will experience the mezcal tasting, where you will be able to test you newly developed knowledge. Afterwards we will go to the terrace of the factory where you will be served a traditional Oaxacan meal cooked on the comal, and you can enjoy the beautiful view of the valley and the agave fields. The drive between the city and the village takes 40 minutes each way.
Inclusions
- You will enjoy a mezcal tasting where you will learn about the flavors of different mezcal preparation methods, as well as the scents and sensations of mezcales made with wild agaves.
- You'll have a traditional Oaxacan meal, with comal food: includes tlayuda, flavored water and dessert.
- For minors, they will be given a traditional drink made from agave, called agua miel (honey water).
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minors will not be allowed to consume alcoholic beverages during the experience.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- The meeting point is on one street parallel to the tourist walkway. The meeting point is exactly a the middle point of the block , between Jesus Carranza and Allende streets.
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Ticket Redemption
Only the number of persons and the names of the reservations are verified to match.
