How long is the tasting?

The Mexican Road Trip masterclass runs approximately 1 hour and includes five 15 ml samples and guided commentary.

Yes. The session requires guests to be 18 or older in line with UK law.

Is accessibility information available?

Accessibility details were not provided in the listing; contact Sorbito directly at the meeting point address for specifics.

Can I buy bottles at Sorbito?

Availability varies; Sorbito often stocks interesting small‑producer mezcals—ask the team during or after the tasting about purchasing options.

What should I expect to learn?

You’ll get a practical framework for tasting—nose, palate, finish—plus insights on agave species, production methods, and regional flavor differences.

Can I attend if I’m pregnant or avoiding alcohol?

This is an alcohol tasting; pregnant guests or those avoiding alcohol should not participate and should consult a medical professional as needed.

Mexican Road Trip: Mezcal Masterclass at Sorbito in London

Mexican Road Trip is a compact, one-hour mezcal masterclass hosted at Sorbito, 178 Stoke Newington Road, N16 7UY in London. In sixty minutes you sample five 15 ml pours that map agave spirits from Mexico’s varied regions, moving from smoky, fire‑kissed distillates to brighter, floral expressions. The session is framed for curious travelers and local drinkers alike.

Led by a knowledgeable member of the Sorbito team, the tasting pairs concise technical notes with approachable language: terroir, agave species such as espadín and tobala, and production choices including pit‑roasting and earthen fermentation. The bar supplies unlimited still and sparkling water so palates stay calibrated between samples.

Why book this tasting when you’re in London? It delivers concentrated education: five distinct styles, a guided hour, and immediate takeaways you can use at bottle shops and cocktail bars. Sorbito’s selection leans toward craft producers and smaller palenques, so you’re likely to encounter expressions you won’t find on supermarket shelves.

The tasting also connects to place. Agaves grow in varied soils — from coastal sands to volcanic highlands — and that geological range is audible in the glass as mineral notes or saline edges. The session includes a brief cultural primer on palenque distillation and mezcal’s role in Mexican social and ritual life.

Practical details: the meeting point is Sorbito at 178 Stoke Newington Road, and the tasting runs during regular service hours; check the referral booking link for available slots. Guests must be 18 or older. The format is efficient, making it an ideal prelude to an evening wandering Ridley Road Market, grabbing tacos nearby, or heading to a music venue in Hackney.

Expect clear tasting frameworks: nose, palate, finish, and a short guided comparison between mezcal and other agave spirits so you can identify vegetal, smoky, and citrus notes on your own. The masterclass format emphasizes practical vocabulary—how to talk about body, oiliness, sweetness, and the way smoke integrates with fruit or mineral characters.

Because the session runs during regular service hours, it’s easy to combine with a broader neighborhood outing and it’s a practical choice for travelers with tight schedules. Booking is handled through the provided referral link; availability varies, so check ahead. The experience feels guided but unpretentious: one hour, five 15 ml samples, unlimited water, and one of the highly knowledgable Sorbito team members to walk you through each pour—an efficient, flavorful education in agave.

About The Sin Gusano Project

The Sin Gusano Project is a London-based specialist that curates focused tastings and events dedicated to agave spirits, including mezcal and tequila.

The project offers public masterclasses, seasonal thematic sessions, ticketed pairing evenings, and private, small-group tastings led by experienced hosts. Events take place in London venues and in private-home settings when noted, presenting rare bottles, vintage expressions, and producer-driven selections.

Signature experiences include introductory tastings that explain the differences between tequila and mezcal, region-focused masters like the Mexican Road Trip, terroir-driven sessions that reveal how land and production shape flavour, and limited-seat events such as vintage Ocho tequila tastings.

Seasonal and celebratory gatherings—New Year’s Eve early and late sessions, cheese and mezcal pairings, and inaugural meetings with guest experts—extend the calendar offering.

The Sin Gusano Project works with recognised figures from the agave world; sessions feature hosts such as Jon, who conducts private tastings of exceptional mezcals, and guest experts including Gaby Moncada and Jesse Estes at curated events.

Reservations, ticket terms, and venue hours are communicated per event; for example, some sessions note that Sorbito closes at 10 pm. Refund and booking policies are set per offering, including refundable first-drink terms for certain reservations.

Focused on education and exploration, The Sin Gusano Project combines carefully selected spirits, storytelling, and guided tasting technique to help attendees deepen their appreciation for agave drinks. Attendees range from curious beginners to experienced collectors seeking rare mezcal and tequila perspectives, with tickets and capacity limited for more attentive, educational tastings and thoughtful conversation.

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