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.
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.
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.
Definitely one of the highlights of our Oaxaca trip, we got to spend the day like locals. the mezcal tour was super informative and fun, TOP. We enjoyed every moment of the day, everything was well thought out and well planned. Definitely recommend!!! Lups is a wonderful person!!
This tour was just the right mix of teaching and fun! It was one of the best tours I’ve done. Her choices of food venues and distilleries was perfect! I would highly recommend!
This was a phenomenal trip! Lupita tailored it exactly to our tastes. We were a group of eleven and are all very interested in good food and mezcal and Lupita provided exceptionally! From the excellent breakfast at La Cocina de Frida to the artisanal mezcal tasting at Yzacubi (one of the few female mezcal producers in the region), participating in the actual “cooking” of the agave at Agua De La Cuna to a superb lunch at the Michelin mention Almu, it was truly a memorable day. Not only was her knowledge outstanding but we felt like we made a good friend after this tour. Thank you Lupita!
I think that was the highlight of my trip. There’s nothing like experiencing the intricacies of how mezcal is made. I have a whole new level of awe for the craft and tradition behind mezcal production. Lupita was amazing, I loved every minute of it.
It was more than I was expecting
Lups gave us a great day tour of mezcal palenques in Oaxaca. We tasted many excellent mezcals and also had a great lunch. I would highly recommend this tour. I would also recommend eating a large breakfast beforehand, as you will be tasting a lot of mezcal.
It was an incredible day! Lupita gave us an authentic and truly fun experience. She is extremely professional, yet at the same time it feels like spending time with a friend. I highly recommend contacting her if you want to enjoy a unique and unforgettable experience. It’s a moment that will remain forever in our hearts and minds. Thank you, Lupita — we can’t wait to see you again soon!
We couldn't expect any better!
You won’t get a more authentic experience than this. Lupita is a mezcal expert, her life has been dedicated to it. The day I spent with her was the highlight of my Mexico trip, a truly magical experience. She took me to some incredible places off the grid which you’d never be able to get to yourself, she has long standing relationships with quality producers and highly skilled artisans, this is not your average commercial tour, it’s a truly original experience so do not hesitate to book, you’ll be in the best hands!
Lupita created an amazing experience for us. She's incredibly knowledgeable, punctual, a great communicator and extremely kind. She took us to a stand deep in the market at Tlacolula de Matamoros for breakfast then on to tastings at Peloton de la Muerte and Grulani. We finished the day with an amazing meal at a little known spot. Definitely the highlight of our trip!
You can’t go wrong with Lupita, she has a consummate knowledge of all things Oaxaca, she’s extraordinarily well connected and knows all the best experiences possible. I’ve been down several times over the last several years and she is an indispensable part of each in every trip.
We had an absolutely fabulous day with Lups! We started with a breakfast at a small neighborhood spot for memelas that would have never known about without a guide, then headed out to visit two different mezcal palenques for tours and tasting. We'd chosen to see two that were each run by women - in each case spending time with the mezcalera, watching the process, and tasting different stages of production. It was an education and completely changed the way I understood mezcal and its history in the region. And of course, we had great opportunities to taste and purchase unique product. We then ate lunch at a restaurant that has since earned a well-deserved Michelin star where they were making mole over a fire and got to watch that process. We ended with visits to a ceramics workshop and an alebrije workshop. All the time, Lups gave context and shared, translated as we needed, and introduced us to the various craftspeople. My wife and I still talk about this day as the highlight of our 10 days in Mexico. It was a truly inspiring and full day.
Lupita gave us the tour of a lifetime. She customized it to our needs and wishes. She took us to an amazing place for lunch and knew just what to order. She was kind and pleasant and very knowledgeable about Mezcal. I only wish we had more time there so we could take more tours with her! Highly recommend, 10/10.
Lups is the absolute best! Deep understanding of Oaxaca, real insider knowledge of all things Mezcal!!! Can’t recommend enough
Fantastic experience with Lupita. A truly incredible guide and company. He is a special soul and will introduce you to the best of Mexico under his eyes. Super super recommended!!!
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