Mexico City Tasting Tour and Craft Beer Experience

Mexico City’s craft beer scene has a clear local accent, and this tour gives you three different ways to hear it. At Cru Cru, beers draw on pre-Hispanic legends and flavors. Templo Mayor puts Mexican design and brewing skill in the glass. Falling Piano adds a playful taproom and a place known for early canned craft beer in the city.

I like the three-stop format, since you get variety without spending a whole day on beer. I also like the included bus ride from Reforma 222, which takes the guesswork out of moving between venues. The main catch is that the tour is in Spanish, and the exact lineup can change. One recent outing included four breweries, so the evening may not follow the published list exactly.

Quick take on the Mexico City beer tour

• Cru Cru Brewery connects its beers with Roma and pre-Hispanic Mexican stories.
• Templo Mayor Brewery focuses on Mexican ingredients, careful foam, aroma, and design.
• Falling Piano Brewing Co. is known for its lively setting and canned craft beer.
• Hop The Beer Experience 2 offers an outdoor beer yard with 52 taps when included.
• Fiebre de Malta serves more polished recipes with a refined brewery feel.
• One beer per brewery is included, while food and extra drinks cost extra.

Three breweries, several possible personalities

The best thing about this outing is the contrast between stops. You are not simply sitting in one bar and working through a long tap list. You move from brewery to brewery, and each place has its own design, music, beer style, and story.

The advertised plan calls for three brewery visits, with about 45 minutes to an hour at each. The possible venues include Cru Cru, Templo Mayor, Falling Piano, Hop The Beer Experience 2, and Fiebre de Malta. Since the final choice depends on availability, you should think of the names as a sample lineup rather than a fixed promise.

That flexibility can work in your favor. You might get a broad look at Mexico City’s beer culture, from a small brewery with strong local identity to a large outdoor taproom with dozens of choices. The tradeoff is that you cannot plan your evening around one particular brewery unless the operator confirms it.

Cru Cru and the taste of Roma

Cru Cru gives the tour a strong sense of place. Located in the Roma neighborhood, the brewery links its beers to pre-Hispanic legends and flavors. That makes it more interesting than a generic tasting room where the focus is only on alcohol content and bitterness.

You can expect colorful art and a playful design, along with a chance to sample one of the brewery’s beers. The point is not only to decide if you like the drink. You also get a quick look at how a local brewer turns Mexican references into a modern beer brand.

This stop should suit you if you want a bit of cultural context with your tasting. It is also a useful introduction for anyone who knows little about Mexican craft beer. The guide can explain the basic story in Spanish, but you should not count on a full explanation in English.

Templo Mayor puts craft first

Templo Mayor presents itself as a thoroughly Mexican brewery, and its approach centers on detail. Foam, aroma, flavor, and the look of the beer all matter here. That makes this stop a good counterpoint to Cru Cru, where the branding and cultural references take more of the spotlight.

I would pay attention to the way the beer is served. Foam is not just decoration. It affects aroma and the first taste, so a short explanation about pouring and presentation can add real value to a one-hour stop.

The tasting includes one beer, not an open sampling session. If you want another style or a larger pour, you will need to pay for it yourself. Bring a card and some cash, since both are listed as useful items for the outing.

Falling Piano keeps the mood light

Falling Piano Brewing Co. supplies the tour’s most playful stop. It is known for being the first brewery in Mexico City to can its craft beer, and its taproom is built around creativity, music, and fun.

This is likely to be the easiest place to relax after the more focused brewing discussion at Templo Mayor. You can expect a lively setting and memorable flavors, though the exact beer available will depend on the day.

If you enjoy beer culture as a social activity, Falling Piano may be your favorite stop. If you want a quiet technical lesson on brewing, the music and casual mood may feel less focused. That balance is part of the tour’s appeal, but it is worth knowing before you book.

Hop The Beer Experience 2 and Fiebre de Malta

Two other possible stops show how wide the lineup can be. Hop The Beer Experience 2 is described as an outdoor yard with 52 beers on tap. That gives you far more choice than the included tasting, although the tour itself includes one beer at each brewery rather than a free-for-all at the taps.

The open-air setup should appeal to you if you prefer a relaxed social setting. It also gives the group room to spread out, listen to music, and compare impressions. The downside is simple: with so many beers available, you may wish you had more time and a larger tasting budget.

Fiebre de Malta takes a more polished approach. It is described as one of the city’s sophisticated breweries, with refined recipes and unusual combinations. This stop should appeal to anyone who likes to compare brewing styles rather than chase only the strongest or most bitter beer.

You may not visit both venues. The final route depends on availability, so ask the host where the group is going before departure if a particular stop matters to you.

What one beer per stop really means

The included tasting is one beer at each brewery. On the standard three-stop version, that means three included beers. Depending on the route, you may get four if the group visits four breweries, but you should not assume that every outing includes four complimentary pours.

This format is sensible for a moving tour. It lets you sample light, dark, fruity, and hoppy styles without turning the bus ride into a poor decision. It also leaves room to buy another drink if one brewery catches your interest.

Food is not included. You should eat beforehand or budget for food along the way, especially since the stops are spaced across several hours. The supplied details do not promise a meal or substantial snacks, so do not treat this as dinner.

The price is $37 per person. I consider that fair if you value the transportation, guide, brewery access, and three included beers. Booking individual taxis between several venues could add up quickly, and a self-guided evening would not give you the same behind-the-scenes access.

The value is weaker if you mainly want a large quantity of beer. Extra beers cost more, and the included pours are limited. You are paying for a guided introduction to several breweries, not an unlimited tasting session.

The bus makes the route easier

The group meets at Centro Comercial Reforma 222 on Reforma Avenue. Look for the staff wearing a Turibus shirt and vest with a Turibus badge. You show your mobile or printed reservation voucher before boarding.

Round-trip transport is included. The stated route uses a bus or coach to reach the brewery area, then returns to the same meeting point. The outline allows about 30 minutes for each transfer, so the ride is an important part of the schedule rather than a minor detail.

All passengers must arrive at the meeting point. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so you need to make your own way to Reforma 222 and back to your accommodation.

Pay close attention to the starting time. One departure began at 5:00 pm even though the voucher showed 5:30 pm, and the bus had already left when a participant arrived at 5:10. I would arrive early and confirm the exact departure with the Turibus host. This is the most useful practical lesson from the tour’s limited feedback.

Smoking is not allowed in the vehicle. Wear comfortable clothes, bring your passport or ID card, and carry some cash and a credit card for extra drinks or purchases.

Spanish makes a difference

The live guide speaks Spanish. If you understand Spanish well, you will get more from the stories about each brewery, the brewing process, and the local references behind the beers.

If you do not speak Spanish, you can still enjoy the tastings and social side, but the educational part will be harder to follow. A recent participant who did not speak Spanish still found the group helpful and fun, and guide Ivan received special praise for making the outing enjoyable. Guide assignments can change, so do not book on the assumption that Ivan will lead your departure.

The group setting also matters. You will spend close to an hour with the same people at several bars, so this suits you if you enjoy meeting others over a drink. It may not suit you if you want a private tasting, a quiet dinner, or a detailed English-language lecture.

Who will enjoy this outing most

I would recommend this tour to an adult who wants an easy introduction to Mexico City’s beer scene. It works especially well early in a visit, when you are still learning which neighborhoods, flavors, and breweries deserve more of your time.

It is also a good fit for people who want transportation arranged. You can focus on the beer rather than navigating between unfamiliar bars. The changing lineup adds a little uncertainty, but it also keeps the outing from feeling too rigid.

You should think twice if you need wheelchair access, since the activity is not suitable for wheelchair users. Children under 18 cannot attend, and every participant must be at least 18.

This is not the right pick if your priority is food. No meal is included, and the focus stays on beer, brewing, music, and the atmosphere at each venue.

Is the $37 price worth it?

At $37, the tour is reasonably priced for a three-hour guided route with round-trip transport and three included beers. The strongest value comes from the combination of access and convenience. You see several venues in one evening without working out the route yourself.

The price also covers a behind-the-scenes look at each brewery. The details of that access are not specified, so you should expect a practical introduction rather than a long production-floor tour. Still, seeing how the breweries present their process adds something a regular bar crawl would miss.

Budget another amount for food and extra beers. The one-beer-per-stop plan is enough for comparison, but it may not satisfy you if you prefer full pours or want to buy cans to take home.

The cancellation terms are friendly. You can cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund, and you can reserve now and pay later. Check the available start time before committing, since the schedule can vary.

Should you book the Mexico City craft beer tour?

Book it if you want variety, transport, and a social Spanish-language outing at a moderate price. Cru Cru, Templo Mayor, and Falling Piano offer different moods, while Hop The Beer Experience 2 and Fiebre de Malta can broaden the route when available.

Skip it if you need English commentary, wheelchair access, a fixed list of breweries, or a substantial meal. Also arrive early at Reforma 222 and confirm the departure time. For an adult who likes trying local beer and does not mind a flexible route, this is a practical way to meet Mexico City’s craft brewers in one evening.

FAQ

How long does the Mexico City craft beer tour last?

The activity is advertised as approximately three hours. The route includes bus transportation and visits to several breweries or local bars.

How many breweries will I visit?

The advertised format includes three brewery visits. The lineup can change based on availability, and one outing included four breweries.

Which breweries might be included?

Possible stops include Cru Cru Brewery, Templo Mayor Brewery, Falling Piano Brewing Co., Hop The Beer Experience 2, and Fiebre de Malta Brewery.

How much beer is included?

One craft beer tasting is included at each brewery. Extra beers are not included in the price.

Is food included?

No. Food and extra beers are not included, so bring money if you want to eat or order more drinks.

What language is the tour in?

The live tour guide speaks Spanish.

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is Centro Comercial Reforma 222 on Reforma Avenue. The Turibus host wears a Turibus shirt and vest and carries a Turibus badge.

Is transportation included?

Yes. Round-trip transportation from the meeting point to the breweries is included. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.

Who can join the tour?

You must be at least 18 years old. The activity is not suitable for children under 18 or wheelchair users.