Connoisseur Tequila Tasting

This is a guided tequila tasting in Puerto Vallarta, in the state of Jalisco, which the listing calls the tequila capital of the world. It lasts 90 minutes and is aimed at people who want to learn how tequila is made and judged, not just drink it. The operator offers several tasting experiences, each pitched at a different level of experience and expertise, so you can pick the one that suits you.

A little background helps. Mexican law requires that tequila be produced only in Jalisco and in limited regions of a few other states, and it carries an international designation of origin, similar to Champagne in France. In this tasting you try only tequilas made from 100 percent blue agave grown in Jalisco, where conditions for the plant are ideal.

During the session, a tequila expert leads you through four carefully hand-picked, quality tequilas, sampled over the hour and a half. The operator says these are hidden gems discovered on their travels. The guide talks about the passion behind the spirit, though the listing does not specify the exact topics covered.

The tasting suits adults curious about tequila, from beginners to people with some experience, depending on the option you choose. It is described as suitable for all fitness levels, wheelchair accessible in all areas and surfaces, and open to service animals. Infants must sit on an adult's lap. Persons under 18 are not permitted, and it is not recommended for pregnant travelers. Public transportation options are available nearby.

Be on time: people who arrive 15 minutes late or more will not be permitted to enter or be refunded. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, and gratuities are extra. The listing gives no meeting point, so confirm it when you book.