3 Mezquites de Don Goyo


This family-owned distillery in San Baltazar Guelavila (about 9km southeast of Santiago Matatlán) produces top-notch mezcal made from wild agaves, including tobalá and the exceedingly rare tepeztate. They also offer tours to nearby waterfalls and lodging in peaceful rustic cabins.


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