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Private Tour of the Mezcal Route: Discover Ancestral Agave Drinks in San Luis Potosi
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30 Ratings
San Luis Potosí
Embark on a private tour of the Mezcal Route in San Luis Potosi and discover the fascinating world of ancestral agave drinks. Explore the traditions and rural surroundings while tasting pre-hispanic pulque and authentic mezcal.
Embark on a private tour of the Mezcal Route in San Luis Potosi and discover the fascinating world of ancestral agave drinks. Explore the traditions and rural surroundings while tasting pre-hispanic pulque and authentic mezcal.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- San Luis Potosi - We will depart from San Luis Potosi at 10:00 am, making our initial visit to the maguey fields of Derramaderos, a locality on the outskirts of the capital. Here, we’ll meet David and his mother Eufemia, who will guide us in harvesting agave nectar and show us the process of making pulque, an ancient beverage.
- Derramaderos -…
- San Luis Potosi - We will depart from San Luis Potosi at 10:00 am, making our initial visit to the maguey fields of Derramaderos, a locality on the outskirts of the capital. Here, we’ll meet David and his mother Eufemia, who will guide us in harvesting agave nectar and show us the process of making pulque, an ancient beverage.
- Derramaderos - Next, we’ll reboard our transport and proceed on the Potosi mezcal trail, heading into the highlands to the site of the state’s earliest Spanish settlement, San Miguel de Mexquitic. In this village, Angel, Daniel, Manuel, Maria de la Luz, and their kin will welcome us to their vinata, or mezcal courtyard. As we explore, we’ll learn about the mezcal production methods, including the use of the campanilla, a TRADITIONAL distillation technique involving earthenware pots that imparts a unique taste to the spirit, unlike anything you’ve sampled before.
- Mexquitic de Carmona - We will be instructed in the art of savoring mezcal with a method that enhances the experience through our senses. Dismiss any prior knowledge from those raucous spring break evenings; this liquor demands a refined form of appreciation.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- All fees and/or taxes included
- Expertise of a SECTUR certified guide
- Tasting of ancestral mezcal and pulque
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- All fees and/or taxes included
- Expertise of a SECTUR certified guide
- Tasting of ancestral mezcal and pulque
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Lunch
Additional Information
Explore the pre-hispanic pulque and traditional mezcal; agave beverages under the Guachichil desert sun.
Were you aware that pulque and mezcal are derived from the same plant? In San Luis Potosí, we maintain a strong heritage in producing these beverages that significantly represent our national identity. We will tour the communities that uphold this…
Explore the pre-hispanic pulque and traditional mezcal; agave beverages under the Guachichil desert sun.
Were you aware that pulque and mezcal are derived from the same plant? In San Luis Potosí, we maintain a strong heritage in producing these beverages that significantly represent our national identity. We will tour the communities that uphold this tradition and acquaint ourselves with the rustic environments near the capital city.
- +18: Alcoholic Beverages Age Restrictions
Location
Av Manuel J. Clouthier 1923
Avenida Manuel J. Clouthier
Our meeting point will be in the parking of the Plaza Soriana next to the famous fried chicken restaurant.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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C2279zidanielg
Nov 4, 2024
Awesome experience - Miguel took us outside of the city to a mescal ranch. Very educational. Was able to learn the traditional method of making mescal followed by a tasting. Miguel is very knowledgeable and made the whole experience comfortable as well as educational. Highly recommend.
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M4098tzjamesw
Nov 4, 2024
Mescal Tour Showcased the pride of the People. - This tour took place a little ways outside of historic downtown San Luis Potosi. Miguel, our same tour guide from the Pedestrian Tour in San Luis Potosí Downtown Historic District, which I also highly recommend, picked us up in the morning. From the beginning it was a non-stop historical lesson on the people, culture and pride of the surrounding effort. Speaking to Miguel, very much a people person was effortless. Our first stop on the tour included an insider look at how a family preserves the old tradition and recipe that is Campanilla Mescal. Miguel even took the time to show us how to properly savor the individual notes of the Mescal. Our second stop was a look into the makings of pluque, a tradition of harvesting and fermenting the agave nectar.
Thank you soo much Miguel for the experience. I highly recommend!
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Wandacd
Sep 14, 2024
A pleasant and unforgettable experience - We loved it! It was an unforgettable and unique experience. We went to San Luis Potosí to visit family and took out a day to tour. This walk opened up knowledge to a region of the state that we did not know and very nice people. We liked that, in addition to tasting mezcales from different Master Mezcaleros, the Guide shared history related to the region. We also had the pleasure of meeting people who preserve the tradition of the ancient mezcal, collecting honey water and making pulque.
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Clara_c
Jul 16, 2024
You don’t want to miss this! - My husband and I had an amazing experience. Definitely recommended to anyone visiting San Luis! Miguel was a wonderful tour guide providing a comprehensive experience. He was very informative about the prehistoric timeline of the land and kept us entertained from the moment we met, until the moment we departed!
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X6139armarcor
Jun 9, 2024
The blooming desert with culinary experiments. - Very successful journey of discovery with new experiences. NEW:
Pulque / aqua mile. Very new and unique taste.
Temaxcal. Made with historical means. Excellent finish
Overall, we were lucky that it rained the week before.
The desert was a flowering sea.
CIAO Marco
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Crystal_g
May 30, 2024
Unforgettable - One of the most amazing experiences I have ever had! My family and I loved every bit of it and Miguel was an excellent tour guide and I would definitely recommend this experience to anyone!
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H2985hlmichellem
Apr 16, 2024
Amazing and Informative Tour! - A spectacular tour of these ancestral processes. Wonderful people and beautiful scenery. Miguel was an excellent guide and I learned so much. I highly recommend this tour!
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Dawnandpetef
Feb 5, 2024
Highly Recommend - I booked this trip not really knowing what to expect and the adventure was so delightful, I may book again upon my next visit in March because there is so much to see and learn!
Miguel is a dynamic and passionate host who will skillfully weave fascinating Mexican history into the journey as you ascend into the mountains away from the hustle and bustle of San Luis Potosi. Miguel is a great conversationalist and time will fly by!
It was lovely meeting this distilling family and humbling to observe their love and dedication in creating their mezcal. Miguel’s mezcal tasting certainly instilled a new appreciation for really(!) tasting mezcal (and other spirits) with unique ways to open one’s senses with which I was unfamiliar. We continued our journey to visit another family (including the darling 95-year-young matriarch) where we trekked along side a healer who was tending to his agave plants in the mountains. I loved being able to capture and enjoy the honey water from an agave plant he had recently scraped. It was a fun hike with many opportunities to take photos of giant blooming cacti and towering agave plants. Miguel was thoughtful and knowledgeable in pointing out different varieties of cacti and where to look for the best views. He was quite thoughtful to offer a rest in the shade as he could hear me huffing and puffing back up the trail to our car – 6100ft elevation, whew, haha! 😉
I’m thrilled I had an opportunity to experience such a beautiful adventure with truly wonderful hosts.
It’s challenging to capture the energy and the spirit of the day and communicate such in words. It’s a trip worth taking.
NOTE: I was a solo, female traveler on this excursion, in the mountains, in a foreign country, with no cell reception for hours. I always felt perfectly safe and would not hesitate to book again.
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Maps765889
Jan 29, 2024
A genuine desert adventure - This was a genuine adventure in the desert of San Luis Potosí. We met local Mezcal Maestros, hiked into the desert to harvest agave sap, sipped on local drinks. Miguel really enhanced the experience by sharing his vast knowledge of the desert cactus, local history, myths and folklore along the way. If you want a true cultural experience, this is it!
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Gracielasq7426iw
Jan 11, 2024
An experience not to be missed - Excellent tour, Miguel is a true expert in tourism, with great knowledge of the history of San Luis Potosí and the production of mezcal with ancestral techniques. The tour is a great experience with Miguel's personal touch who provides interesting data on the biodiversity of the Guachichil desert 🌵.
I have had a great experience meeting Maestros Mezcaleros who trust Miguel's work.
Also highly recommended is the experience of meeting Eufemia and David, producers of the best ancestral pulque in the region.
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