Tequila isn’t just a drink. It’s an experience. Yes, we know you’ve had an experience with tequila already, we’re talking about experiences that don’t involve close encounters with Scotland’s toilet carpets.
If you’ve ever wanted to go beyond the margarita glass and into the agave fields of tequila culture, you’re in for a treat.
Here are seven unique tequila experiences—and exactly how you can book them.
1. Ride Mexico’s Famous Tequila Train Through Jalisco’s Agave Fields
Location: Guadalajara, Mexico
This all-you-can-drink train whisks you from Guadalajara through the UNESCO-listed agave fields of Jalisco. Onboard you will find endless tequila, mariachi bands, and panoramic views before you even step foot in the distillery. It’s like a moving fiesta with the best backdrop in the world.
How to book: The “Tequila Express” runs select dates—check the official tourism site or local operator listings for schedules and ticket packages.
2. Hands-On Distillery Tours and Bottle Painting in Tequila, Mexico
Location: Tequila, Mexico
Cofradía Turístico 360 is an immersive day out that takes you from distillery tours to the pottery workshop where you can hand-paint your own bottle. Plus, you can stay in barrel-shaped rooms at the quirky Matices de Barricas hotel.
How to book: Look for local culture tours or find details via Hacienda La Cofradía’s website Nuances – Hotel de Barricas
3. Become a Master Tequilero at Arandas’ Atanasio Distillery
Location: Arandas, Mexico
Ever wanted to plant your own agave or bottle your own tequila? Atanasio offers flexible experiences ranging from “Agavero” (fieldwork) to “Tequilero” (full distillation and bottling).
How to book: Explore options and book directly via Tequila Atanasio’s official site.
EXPERIENCES — Atanasio Tequila
4. Luxury Tequila Stays at Casa Salles Hotel and Distillery
Location: Tequila, Mexico
A luxury escape where your hotel is next to its own working distillery. Days are for sipping El Tequileño, evenings for agave-infused dining, and nights for collapsing into plush linens. Sounds absolutely smashing now doesn’t it?!
How to book: Visit Casa Salles Hotel for room and tour packages.
5. Private Boutique Tequila Tour of Jalisco
Location: Guadalajara, Mexico
Perfect for those who hate bus tours. This private trip includes boutique distilleries, agave field stops, and time to explore the town of Tequila—without the rush.
How to book: Reserve via TQM Tours’ official site.
Something a little more local?
6. Tequila Tasting with Comedy – Sydney, NSW
Location: Sydney, Australia
This one’s for the fun-loving crowd—five premium tequilas, artisanal mezcal, and live comedy by agave master Dave Crisante. Learn whether lime and salt are always a must, and whether tequila can cure hangovers (spoiler: maybe).
How to book: Tickets and waitlist available through ClassBento or Sydney Comedy School event portals. Tequila Tasting Comedy | Sydney Fringe
7. Tequila and Chocolate Tasting Experience in Melbourne
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Chocolate. Tequila. Enough said. Held at Radio Mexico in St Kilda, this tasting marries artisanal tequila with gourmet chocolate for an unexpectedly divine pairing.
How to book: Secure tickets via Chocolate and Tequila Tasting Experience Melbourne | ClassBento
From Jalisco’s agave fields to Australian tasting tables, these seven experiences prove tequila tourism is about more than shots and salt—it’s about stories, craftsmanship, and maybe a mariachi band or two.
Just remember: pace yourself. Agave waits for no one.
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