Mexico and its Mezcals: Taste Your Way Around the Country – Borchard Fellows

Just minutes from downtown, you can visit “Rosita de Borracho” where mezcal is not just a drink—it’s a gateway to the soul of Oaxaca. You’ll meet Samuel Velasco, a passionate mezcalero and cultural promoter, during a guided mezcal tasting in Oaxaca.

You’ll explore the deep heritage, flavors, and traditions of a variety of artisanal mezcals & agave spirits from different states of Mexico. Samuel will transport you across the country through your senses. His exclusive cozy space, extensive knowledge base and calming demeanor make this the ideal mezcal experience for novices and connoisseurs alike.

Your experience will include the following:

• Led by a mezcal culture expert in a beautiful space in Oaxaca
  Whether you’re a mezcal enthusiast or a curious traveler, this is a journey of taste, tradition, and storytelling.
• Spanish to English translation if wanted/needed
• Tasting of 6 traditional mezcals
• Cultural and historical context
• Insights into maguey varieties and distillation techniques

Additional information:

• The bottles of mezcal offered by our host are available for purchase with cash (pesos) or by debit/credit card. *Optional