As stated above, tequila is made with blue Weber agave only. There are two standards for tequila: mixto (which is made with a minimum of 51% agave; the other 49% can be distilled from anything, though ...

The popularity of mezcal has grown in the U.S., but it can still often get mistaken for its relative, tequila. While you can often order a margarita with tequila or mezcal, the difference between the ...

Brian Freedman is a wine, spirits, travel, and food writer; event host and speaker; and drinks educator. He regularly contributes to Food & Wine, and his first book, Crushed: How A Changing Climate Is ...

Agave-based spirits are some of the most complex spirits on the planet. This is largely because the pineapple-shaped cores of the spiky plant can take up to 14 years to ripen, giving plenty of time ...

One expert breaks down the differences and similarities between mezcal and tequila and shares the best uses for each Mexican spirit. Mezcal and tequila are both popular Mexican spirits, but the ...

Every year, the American Distilling Institute organizes an International Spirits Competition. This prestigious event recognizes excellence in craft spirits and is open to U.S. and international ...

So, you have a hankering for Mexican food and you're ready to cook up some enchiladas. But before you begin, you'll want to pour yourself a festive drink. Everyone knows that you have two options when ...

Made in Jalisco from blue Weber agave, this alcohol-free tequila comes close to the real deal. Christopher Friedmann is an award-winning journalist and has spent over a decade in journalism covering ...