When you think of Mexican spirits, Tequila surely comes to mind. However, Mezcal has gained popularity recently, and it’s for its immense complexity — Mezcal is as varied as wine; there are many types of agaves in the Mexican desert, and they’re as diverse as the many grape varieties used to make wine…
Tequila is synonymous with Mexico, and the agave spirit is a potent symbol of Mexican culture, tradition, cuisine, and festive spirit.
Let’s explore Mexico’s Tequila scene, its past and future.
It’s no secret that Mexico is an up-and-coming wine-producing country. The North American country is the 34th largest wine producer, and although its yearly wine consumption is still negligible…
Mexico is a large country, home to nearly 130 million people with growing expendable income. Mexicans like to party, too — they drink an average of 233 bottles of beer yearly; not bad compared to the 282 consumed in the neighboring United States, the world’s leading market for alcohol consumption. Read more…