3-Hour Small-Group Mezcal and Tequila Tasting activity from Cozumel
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3-Hour Small-Group Mezcal and Tequila Tasting activity from Cozumel

By Stingray Beach
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Join us to discover the history of Mezcal and Tequila, these two spirits that grew with intertwined tales. This is an interactive experience, a meeting between friends, so get ready to drink and enjoy lunch and other snacks like an authentic Mexican party.
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Ages 18-69, max of 12 per group
Duration: 3h
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Live guide: English, Spanish
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  • Tequila or Mezcal Cantarito
  • Chicken tacos
  • Peanuts, warms, grasshoppers and a variety of citric fruits


Start:
  • Stingray Beach Cozumel, Avenida General Rafael e Melgar (Carretera Costera Sur s/n Km. 2.8 Centro, Av. Rafael E. Melgar, Zona Hotelera Nte., 77676 Cozumel, Q.R., Mexico
    Stingray Beach is only 5 to 10 minutes away from all cruise ship piers and downtown (by taxi). It is located next to the Blue Angel Hotel. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your activity.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 109046P7

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travellers can participate
    • Adults only
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 109046P7

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    Anna P
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2023 • Couples
    We were lucky enough to experience the “Become a Tequila and Mezcal Connoisseur” excursion. First, I will say this experience exceeded all of our expectations. Saying that Daniel was knowledgeable of the iconic Mexican spirit, is an understatement. He delivered an immersive and informative experience that was one not to be forgotten. We walked away with a few bottles of truly authentic Mezcal and we look forward to passing on even a piece of the knowledge Daniel has equipped us with. I highly recommend this for anyone with even a small interest in the smoky and authentic taste of a Mezcal. ¡Salud!
    Written 19 January 2023
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    MTraveler
    Dallas, TX14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023
    Danny was amazing. He knew his spirits, food, history and culture. A very Rennaissance experience. All set in an AC bar over looking the Caribbean. Does it get any better. He went over all aspects of tequila and mescal. Plus tastings and an incredible lunch afterwards. I highly recommend for anyone that really wants to understand and enjoy fine tequila or mescal.
    Written 4 August 2023
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    Patricia B
    Wichita, KS47 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Daniel gave us one of the most memorable travel experiences of all time! We learned about and tasted some amazing tequilas and mezcals along a delicious, authentic taco lunch! He was extremely knowledgeable and professional with a touch of humor. Our group couldn’t have asked for a more enjoyable and compressive
    experience - complete with a taxi back to the ship lol!
    Written 20 July 2023
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    kazi406
    New York City, NY9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dec 2023 • Family
    I don’t usually write many reviews but Danny’s tasting was the BEST — and I live near Napa so we go wine tasting at some of the best wineries in the world regularly. Danny is a true jack-of-all-trades — mezcal/tequila historian, professionally trained chef, and small businessman. The pairings were fantastic and a real experience to try how they alter the way the tequila / mezcal tastes so you can appreciate different notes. I really enjoyed hearing more about the origins of the alcohol and how to find good quality (which is often difficult in tourist areas). Even took three bottles home so I could try to replicate the experience with friends at home! Can’t recommend this highly enough. We were lucky enough to get a private tasting and Danny was great, answering all our questions about Mexican history, culture and mezcal!
    Definitely book this if you have a chance!
    Written 5 January 2024
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    Ssnyder97
    Robesonia, PA21 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2024 • Family
    Daniel was such a knowledgeable and personable connoisseur of tequila and Mezcal. And he shared recipes as well that I can’t wait to try. I could have spent days there learning from him. I will absolutely be back! I highly recommend this experience. You won’t be sorry.
    Written 2 March 2024
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    QuianaS_12
    Dallas, TX38 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was an awesome tasting!! I learned so much about tequila and mezcal. I highly recommend this tasting if visiting Cozumel.
    Written 18 March 2023
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    Madison H
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2023 • Friends
    So much fun. Loved getting to try all the different tequila and mezcal. Our guy was awesome and very entertaining
    Written 14 March 2023
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    Sam B
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nov 2024 • Family
    I would highly recommend this for an excursion and Cozumel. It was very informative. The location was exceptional. The food was good and the lady that put on the tequila tasting was very informative.
    Written 18 November 2024
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    Haley K
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2024 • Couples
    Daniel was absolutely fantastic! My boyfriend and I visited in January and learned so much. He's very knowledgable and passionate. The tacos at the end were delicious as well
    Written 26 September 2024
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