Mezcal & Mole by a Certified Sommelier
Overview
Our Mezcal and mole is the only professional Mezcal and mole pairing done by a sommelier founder of the Agave Spirits Institute. The experience is always hosted by specialists that teach at the school.
Live a unique experience that uses the two most crucial culinary products of Oaxacan gastronomy: Mole and Mezcal.
All our moles and Mezcales are crafted artisanal and by single families so that we can keep helping and enjoying their beautiful products,
Great for groups, great for couples, and great to meet new friends!
What's Included
- Alcoholic beverages A welcome cocktail is included. Enjoy one of the best Mezcal cocktails in Oaxaca while we sit down and get ready for the tasting.
- Printed Tasting Menus with production and tasting notes provided.
Meeting Location
C. del Salto 121-
Barrio de Jalatlaco, 68080 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
[ All Vegetarian & Vegan]
Join us in our mountain-view tasting room to discover seven traditional moles accompanied by seven incredible mezcales!
Led by professional sommeliers, our tasting will give you a unique framework for thinking about the diversity of mezcal — a true must if you’re in Oaxaca.
Over the course of the evening, we’ll taste seven (vegetarian) handcrafted moles, seven artisanal and ancestral mezcales, all while being led by a professional sommelier.
Our mezcals are carefully selected and showcase the distinct characteristics of different agaves. We’ve paired each mezcal and mole for an unforgettable experience.
AGAVES: Espadiín, Tobalá, Cuixe, Tepeztate, Jabalí, and Papalometl.
Ask and discuss your impressions, learn about our rich gastronomic heritage and meet people from all over the world that want to take their mezcal and mole experience to a new level!
Other things to note
We have everything you will need! Just bring yourself and get excited to taste some mezcal and mole!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-233376P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- This tour 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.
- Alcoholic beverages. A welcome cocktail is included. Enjoy one of the best Mezcal cocktails in Oaxaca while we sit down and get ready for the tasting.
- Printed Tasting Menus with production and tasting notes provided.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 18..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Mezcal & Mole by a Certified Sommelier is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Mezcal & Mole by a Certified Sommelier will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Alcoholic beveragesA welcome cocktail is included. Enjoy one of the best Mezcal cocktails in Oaxaca while we sit down and get ready for the tasting.
- Printed Tasting Menus with production and tasting notes provided.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
