โVisited a traditional palenque outside Puerto Escondido where they still make mezcal the old way โ stone mill pulled by a mule, underground roasting pit, wooden fermentation vats. Tasted 10 different mezcals with explanations of each. Fascinating and delicious.โ
Tours
Mezcal Tour
Puerto Escondido, Puerto Escondido
Duration
2.5 hours
Departs
11AM / 1PM / 3PM
Returns
1PM / 3PM / 5PM
Location
Puerto Escondido
From
$1,300 MXN
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Mezcal is not just a drink in Oaxaca โ it is a language, a tradition, a way of understanding the land. This 2.5-hour guided tour in Puerto Escondido takes you inside an ancestral mezcal distillery, walks you through the traditional production process, and culminates in a guided tasting of 10 of the finest locally produced mezcales โ all led by expert guides Arely and Antoine.
Your experience
What to Expect
We pick you up from your hotel or Airbnb in Puerto Escondido and take you to an authentic ancestral distillery nearby. Your guides โ Arely, who grew up in a mezcal-producing family, and Antoine, with encyclopedic spirits knowledge โ make this experience both deeply informative and genuinely fun.
The tour begins with an interactive presentation on the history of mezcal, its cultural significance in Oaxaca, and the traditional methods of production. Then you enter the working distillery to witness the full process firsthand โ from harvesting the agave to roasting, milling, fermentation, and distillation. The experience culminates in a curated tasting of 10 premium mezcales, all produced locally in Puerto Escondido, where Arely and Antoine help you identify the distinct flavours and aromas of each pour.
Hour by hour
Detailed Itinerary
11:00 AM / 1:00 PM / 3:00 PM โ Pickup from Your Hotel
Your driver picks you up from your hotel or Airbnb in Puerto Escondido. Three departure times are available โ choose the one that suits you best.
+15 min
Welcome and Introduction
Arrive at the distillery. Arely and Antoine welcome you warmly, outline the tour, and set the stage for what you are about to experience.
+30 min
Interactive Presentation
Learn about the history of mezcal, its cultural significance in Oaxacan life, and the traditional methods of production. Fascinating stories and facts about the spirit that defines this region.
+1 hour
Ancestral Distillery Visit
Walk through the working distillery and witness the intricate process of making mezcal โ from harvesting agave hearts to pit-roasting over volcanic rock, stone-milling, natural fermentation, and distillation. An immersive experience of sights, sounds, and smells.
+1 hour
Guided Tasting of 10 Mezcales
Sit down for the highlight: a curated tasting of 10 of the finest and rarest mezcales, all produced locally in Puerto Escondido. Your guides walk you through each pour โ the agave variety, roasting method, flavour profile, and what to look for on the palate.
+15 min
Return and Farewell
Transport back to your hotel. Arely and Antoine remain available for any remaining questions about mezcal, where to buy, and what to look for.
What makes it special
Highlights
10 premium mezcalesA curated tasting of the finest locally produced spirits, from everyday espadin to rare wild agave varieties
Ancestral distillery visitSee mezcal made the traditional way: pit-roasted, stone-crushed, naturally fermented
Expert guides Arely and AntoineFamily roots in mezcal production combined with encyclopedic spirits knowledge
Interactive presentationHistory, culture, and production methods explained in an engaging, accessible way
Round-trip transportationDoor-to-door from your hotel or Airbnb
Buy at the sourceMezcal bottles available for purchase directly at the distillery
All set
What's Included
Round-trip transportation from your hotel or Airbnb in Puerto Escondido
Personal guides โ Arely and Antoine (bilingual: Spanish, English, French)
Interactive presentation on mezcal history and culture
Full ancestral distillery tour
Guided tasting of 10 mezcales
Pack light
What to Bring
Valid ID โ you must be 18+ to participate in the tasting
Comfortable clothing and footwear โ the distillery involves some walking and standing
Sunscreen and hat โ parts of the distillery may be outdoors
Camera for photos of the production process
Water bottle for hydration between tastings
Cash if you want to purchase bottles directly at the distillery (often the best prices)
Before you book
Good to Know
Three departure times available;
11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, or 3:00 PM โ choose the slot that works best for you. The tour lasts 2.5 hours with round-trip transportation included.
You will taste 10 mezcales;
this is a tasting-focused experience involving alcohol. Eat a light meal beforehand and pace yourself. The guides encourage sipping and appreciating, not rushing.
Must be 18+ to taste mezcal;
bring a valid ID. Younger participants are welcome for the educational and cultural aspects of the tour โ the distillery visit and presentation are fascinating for all ages.
Non-drinkers are welcome;
you can fully participate in the cultural experience โ the distillery tour, presentation, and production process are valuable even without the tasting.
Bottles available for purchase at the distillery;
buying directly from the producer often means one-third the price of the same mezcal in Puerto Escondido bars or shops.
Private tours available;
contact us on WhatsApp to arrange a private experience for your group. Group discounts are also offered.
The tour operates year-round;
the distillery is a working facility. During agave harvest and roasting season, you may see the full production process in action.
Real traveler stories
What travelers are saying
โVisite d'une distillerie artisanale authentique. Le maรฎtre mezcalero nous a tout expliquรฉ, du cลur d'agave ร la bouteille. Dรฉgustation gรฉnรฉreuse de 10 mezcals diffรฉrents. Sans doute la meilleure activitรฉ culturelle de mon voyage.โ
โIf you want to understand mezcal, this is the tour. Not a touristy setup โ you're in a real working palenque, watching the process from start to finish. The tasting at the end will change how you think about the drink. Highly recommend.โ
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