Tijuana brews a large share of Mexico's independent beer; a circuit of Norte, Mamut, Insurgente and the Telefonica taps covers the scene in an afternoon.
This circuit is self-guided using rideshare, or can be arranged informally through Tijuana's beer bars rather than a fixed tour company. It starts at Norte Brewing Co. on Avenida Revolucion at Calle 6 in Zona Centro and moves through three or four taprooms over about four hours, typically including Mamut, Insurgente and the Telefonica taps alongside Norte, covering much of the city's independent brewing scene in a single afternoon. Each stop offers a tasting flight of that brewery's core lineup, and the route includes one dedicated food-pairing stop rather than a full meal at every venue, keeping the focus savoury with dishes like pub snacks or tacos matched to the beer styles on offer. Moving independently, travellers pay directly at each taproom, so the roughly MXN 700-1,200 cost covers flights and food across the circuit rather than being bundled in advance; rideshare fares between venues are a separate, additional cost. There is no fixed group size or assigned guide, since each traveller or small group sets its own pace and order between taprooms; some bars can arrange a guided version for larger parties on request. Most taprooms offer non-alcoholic options and can advise on gluten content for those avoiding beer or wheat.
What is included
- Three to four taprooms
- Tasting flights at each
- Food pairing stop
- Rideshare between venues
Good to know
- Operator
- Self-guided using rideshare, or arranged through Tijuana beer bars
Location
Start at Norte Brewing Co., Av. Revolucion at Calle 6, Zona Centro, 22000 Tijuana, B.C.
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Highlights
- Flights at Norte Brewing Co. on Avenida Revolucion
- Stops at Mamut, Insurgente and the Telefonica taps
- Dedicated food-pairing stop matched to beer styles
- Rideshare-linked circuit covering four taprooms in an afternoon
- Self-paced order between venues
Tips for visiting
- Eat something before starting, as flights across four taprooms add up
- Book rideshare in advance for weekend afternoons when demand is high
- Ask staff about gluten content if avoiding wheat-based beers
- Keep the group small for easier movement between taprooms
- Carry cash as a backup, some smaller taprooms prefer it
Frequently asked questions
Is this a guided tour?
It is generally self-guided using rideshare between taprooms, though some bars can arrange a guide for larger groups on request.
How many breweries are covered?
The typical circuit covers three to four taprooms, most commonly Norte, Mamut, Insurgente and the Telefonica taps.
Is food included?
One dedicated food-pairing stop is part of the circuit, though the overall cost is paid directly at each venue rather than bundled in advance.
Are non-alcoholic options available?
Most taprooms on the circuit offer at least one non-alcoholic drink for anyone not drinking beer.