MEZCALTURISMO
As mezcal becomes more famous, visitors want to see where it is
produced. If you care to see where mezcal is produced, it's easy
to visit the mezcal factories near Mitla,
Ocotlán
de Morelos, San Dionisio and Santiago Matatlán.
OAXACA CITY CONNECTIONS
Oaxaca
City hosts an annual Mezcal Festival during the Guelaguetza
celebration in July.
Caminito al Cielo, Prolongación del Panteón
#117. Quiet place on the east side of town. The plus - this cantina
features mezcal from a master mezcalero from the town of Santa Catarina
de Minas, outside Ocotlán.
La Farola, 20 de Noviembre #3, corner of Las Casas. This
classic cantina was founded in 1916 and features the brand Rey Zapoteco.
La Casa del Mezcal, Flores Magon #209. Classic
cantina.
La Alianza, Victoria #222. Good selection of curados.
RESTAURANTS
La Biznaga
Garcia Vigil #512, 516-1800
- Cocina mestiza and open daily 8am-11pm. Website
BUY A BOTTLE
Looking for a distinct brand? Visit the following establishments:
La Cava
Gómez Farías #212-B, website
Embajador
Murguia #102
Nicalaya
F.J. Mina #213
Union de Palenqueros de Oaxaca
Abasolo #510
MARKETS
You can find quality mezcals Fridays and Saturdays from vendors
at the
Pochote Market. Brands include Real Minero, Sinai and Matateco.
Less expensive mezcal is available in bulk from a number of puestos
near the Centro
de Abastos.
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