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An unpredictable lunch party at Sorbito where Sin Gusano’s latest limited bottlings debut alongside fire dancers, projected imagery and producer stories. Book early—this format sells out fast and every seat includes tasting credit.
An unpredictable lunch party at Sorbito where Sin Gusano’s latest limited bottlings debut alongside fire dancers, projected imagery and producer stories. Book early—this format sells out fast and every seat includes tasting credit.
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On a spring afternoon in north London, Sorbito on Stoke Newington Road becomes the stage for something more like a street carnival than a conventional tasting. The First Sip: 8th Apr'26 brings together drinkers, storytellers and performers for an unruly lunch party where new Sin Gusano bottlings are revealed for the first time. Meeting point: Sorbito, 178 Stoke Newington Road, N16 7UY. If you know Dalston and Stoke Newington's gritty, green border, you know this stretch of road: plane trees, corner shops and the low-slung, open-fronted restaurants that define the neighborhood. This event is built around sensory surprise. Large-format projections and vertical tastings reframe mezcal as theatre; fire dancers and magic tricks punctuate the flow between sips. The physical scene centers on communal tables, a small bar counter and a projection wall; vendors and producers share first-hand anecdotes about agave, distillation and travel—stories that connect London bar stools to palenques in Oaxaca. With every new bottle under wraps until the day, the real headline is discovery: odd agave varieties, unusual cuttings, experimental finishings and inventive mixology that put mezcal in cocktails you didn't expect. Practical perks are straightforward: every seat reservation includes a £10 free tasting credit, and Mezcal Appreciation Society members receive half-price tastings. The pace is informal—arrive hungry and curious, prepared to stay as long as you like, sample broadly and chat with producers who treat provenance like a subject worth arguing about. The event works as social ritual and education: you leave with names of farms, flavour notes you can actually recall, and perhaps a bottle you’d never have spotted on a shop shelf. This kind of event is rare in an urban pub scene because it merges performance, curation and direct producer access. Sin Gusano’s limited-release bottlings are a draw for collectors and the casually curious alike; the format rewards both. Accessibility details are limited in the listing; check arrival logistics and any dietary needs when you book. For visitors to London seeking something beyond a standard tasting, The First Sip feels like a local cultural puncture: a chance to experience mezcal’s rural origins through the energy of east London. Whether you’re chasing a new favourite bottle, or just want an animated lunch with world-class producers and live performers, this is the kind of event that turns a mealtime into a miniature expedition. Book early—the specifics of each release are deliberately secret and seats move fast. The listing notes a minimum age of 18; bring ID, an appetite, and an openness to drink outside your comfort zone. Check the event page for updates and accessibility questions. Meeting logistics and any last-minute lineups are posted when bookings confirm. Come ready to taste, talk, and be surprised regularly.
The event has a minimum age of 18—bring valid government ID for entry.
Yes—every seat reservation includes a £10 free tasting credit applied at the event.
The listing states you can stay as long as you like; most guests spend 1–4 hours depending on pacing.
No—new releases are kept under wraps until the event, which is why early booking is recommended.
Yes—members receive half-price tastings as noted in the event description.
Accessibility details are not specified in the listing; contact the host or Sorbito directly to discuss access needs.
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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