Sommelier Mezcal And Mole

Overview

This 1 hour 30 minute tasting in the Barrio de Jalatlaco pairs mezcal with mole under the guidance of a certified sommelier. It starts with a welcome mezcal cocktail, then moves into a guided tasting of both. Printed tasting menus with production and tasting notes are provided, so you leave with a reference in hand.

Several mention that the small group format, capped at 6 travellers by the listing, allowed them to ask questions and move at their own pace. The moles on the table are vegetarian, according to one reviewer, which meant everyone in that group could try them all. Reviewers repeatedly describe the hosts as knowledgeable about the history and flavour profiles of both mezcal and mole.

The tasting suits curious eaters and drinkers. Reviewers say it deepened their appreciation of the range of flavours in both mezcal and mole, and one mentioned being able to buy mole to take home afterwards.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Arrive At The Tasting RoomThe session is held at Mezcal y Mole, C. del Salto 121-A in the Barrio de Jalatlaco. The activity ends back at this same point.
2. Welcome CocktailYou sit down with a welcome mezcal cocktail included in the booking while the host sets up the tasting.
3. Guided TastingThe host walks the group through each mezcal and each mole, covering production, history and tasting notes from the printed menus. Reviews describe tasting each item on its own and then as a pairing.
4. Wrap UpThe session closes at the meeting point. One reviewer mentioned buying mole to take home afterwards.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical details will help you decide whether this tasting fits your plans.

• Small Group Feel. The listing caps the session at 6 travellers. Several reviewers said the small group made it easy to ask questions and chat with the host, and one even noted that a solo session still ran with plenty of attention.
• Food And Drink. A welcome mezcal cocktail and the full tasting of mezcals and moles are included, along with printed tasting menus. One reviewer noted all the moles served were vegetarian.
• Weather And Timing. The listing says the experience requires good weather, and if it is cancelled for poor weather you are offered a different date or a full refund. One reviewer arrived during an afternoon downpour and the session carried on, and another described a rain-forced move that the host handled smoothly.
• Accessibility. The operator states the venue is not wheelchair accessible, though it is near public transportation. Service animals are allowed. If you have limited mobility, weigh this before booking.
• Health Restrictions. The listing advises against the tasting for pregnant travellers and for anyone with heart problems or other serious medical conditions. It is an alcohol-focused activity, so plan accordingly.
• Come Curious. An open mind pays off here.

Common issues. The main limits are practical. The venue is not wheelchair accessible, the tasting is not recommended for pregnant travellers or people with serious heart or other medical conditions, and groups are capped at 6. The experience also needs a minimum number of travellers to run, and if that minimum is not met you are offered a different date or experience or a full refund, which is worth knowing if your schedule is tight. One reviewer booked early in the season and ended up as the only guest that night, still enjoying it but noting a fuller group would add to the fun.

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