Mezcal distillery tour in Puerto Escondido: 6 tastings
Six mezcals, one family distillery, one afternoon
A guided mezcal distillery tour in Puerto Escondido combines a didactic presentation on mezcal's origins and production, a walk through a family-run facility, and a tasting of six artisanal mezcals made on-site, with hotel pickup and local snacks included. The tour runs 2.5 hours with a live guide in English, Spanish or French, and is open to travelers 18 and older.
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The experience
The tour starts with a didactic presentation that walks you through mezcal's history, origins, and the production process: the foundation you need to taste thoughtfully. Then you move into the distillery itself to see where the family actually makes their mezcal, learning their artisanal techniques and the heritage behind each batch. The guide answers questions as you go, so the technical details land when you're standing in front of them.
The tasting is the centerpiece: six mezcals produced on-site, each one paired with local snacks. Guacamole, peanuts, chapulines, and more. You get a tasting sheet to track what you like, so you're not just drinking. You're learning to distinguish between them. Antoine and his team keep the atmosphere relaxed and informative, making space for every participant to engage at their own pace.
Hotel pickup is included, so you don't need to arrange transport or navigate to the distillery yourself. The whole experience runs 2.5 hours, which means you can fit it into an afternoon without losing the rest of your day in Puerto Escondido.
What’s included
- Hotel pickup and private transportation to the distillery.
- a didactic presentation on mezcal's origins, history, and production.
- a guided tour of the family-run distillery.
- a tasting of six artisanal mezcals made on-site.
- local snacks including guacamole, peanuts, and chapulines.
Before you book
Lasts 2h 30m, runs Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday with no fixed time, from US$ 84 per person, with a live guide in English, Spanish and French and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.
Prices and times updated 9 days ago
Operated by Puerto Mezcal Tours
Is this one for you?If you're staying in Puerto Escondido without a car, the included pickup means you skip the logistics of finding the distillery and get straight to learning. The small-group format with Antoine's team keeps the pace conversational instead of rushed, so you can ask questions as they come up.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English, Spanish and French.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What exactly happens during the mezcal tasting part of the tour?
You taste six artisanal mezcals made at the distillery, each paired with local snacks like guacamole, peanuts, and chapulines. A tasting sheet helps you track which ones you prefer and understand the differences between them.
How long does the whole tour take from pickup to drop-off?
The tour itself runs 2.5 hours, which covers the didactic presentation, the distillery walk, and the tasting. Hotel pickup and transport are included in that time.
Do I need to know anything about mezcal before I go?
No, the tour starts with a didactic presentation on mezcal's origins and production process, so you learn as you go. The guide walks you through everything from history to technique to tasting.
Is there an age requirement for this tour?
Yes, you must be at least 18 years old to participate in the mezcal tasting.
Mezcal distillery tour in Puerto Escondido: 6 tastings
2h 30m · EN · ES · FR · at your hotel
from US$ 84 per person