Candlelight Mezcal Tasting: The Most Romantic Way to Experience Oaxaca
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If you're looking for a romantic date night in Oaxaca, this is it. Forget the typical dinner — the Candlelight Mezcal Tasting offers an intimate, atmospheric experience focused on rare wild agaves you won't find elsewhere.
📋 Quick Summary
- Best for: Couples, date nights, special occasions
- Duration: 2 hours
- Group size: Up to 8 (very intimate)
- Price: $77 per person
- Includes: 8 premium tastings, artisan cheese pairing, sommelier guidance
Pros & Cons
✅ What We Loved
- • Incredibly romantic candlelit colonial setting
- • Focus on rare wild agave varieties (Tobalá, Tepeztate)
- • Intimate group size (max 8 people)
- • Expert sommelier, not just a guide
- • Gourmet cheese pairings included
- • Perfect for proposals or anniversaries
❌ Minor Drawbacks
- • Most expensive option ($75/person)
- • No distillery visit (tasting only)
- • Not ideal for large groups or solo travelers
- • Books out 3-4 weeks in advance
Who Should Book This?
Perfect for:
- • Couples celebrating anniversaries or honeymoons
- • Date nights (seriously romantic vibes)
- • Mezcal connoisseurs wanting rare bottles
- • Anyone who prefers ambiance over field tours
Skip if you:
- • Want to see the production process (no distillery visit)
- • Traveling solo or with a large group
- • On a tight budget
What to Expect
🕯️ 6:00 PM - Arrival at Colonial House
You'll enter a beautifully restored 18th-century home. Candles everywhere. Low lighting. Immediately sets the mood.
🥃 6:15 PM - Tasting Begins
Your sommelier introduces you to 8 mezcals, starting with accessible Espadín and building to complex wild agaves. Each paired with artisan Oaxacan cheese.
💬 Interactive Q&A
Small group means you can ask anything. The sommelier shares stories about mezcal families and rare agave species.
🍷 9:00 PM - Finish
The experience ends around 9 PM. Many couples walk to nearby restaurants for dinner after (reservation recommended).
Final Verdict
Exceptional
The most romantic mezcal experience in Oaxaca. Yes, it's pricey. But if you want an intimate, sophisticated evening with rare mezcals, this is worth every peso. Perfect for special occasions.
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AboutDiego Garcia
Senior Mezcal Reviewer & Industry Expert
Mezcal specialist with 15 years of experience in the Oaxacan spirits industry. Dedicated to preserving traditional production methods.
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