In certain industries–manufacturing, food, and drink–the idea of “tradition” carries a certain amount of cultural caché. Levi’s 501s highlight their status as the “original” jeans and remain ...

For centuries, expert mezcal distillers have tested for “doneness” by examining the bubbles their brews produce. If the alcohol content isn’t just right—if it’s too low or too high—the bubbles go away ...

Casa Mezcal Flavors of Mexico needs a little help to open its new location at the Red Roof Inn on South Hamilton Street in Painted Post. The popular restaurant, which also boasts operations in Bath ...

Demystifying mezcal, one of America’s hottest spirits. It feels almost contradictory to describe a spirit that has existed for at least 500 years as “trendy,” but mezcal’s global rise to popularity ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Claudia Alarcón covers food, drinks and travel in places near and far. Isabel Santiago grew up among the agave fields in Oaxaca, ...

While much attention is paid to eating sustainable, organic and local foods, you may not also be thinking about the carbon footprint of the cocktail you pair with your meal. For example, take the ...

With its roots in culture and craftsmanship, mezcal is one of the most complex and varied spirits in the world. In the beginning was the agave. With most Mexican spirits—mezcal, tequila, and their ...

Convite is the best selling brand of mezcal in Oaxaca, the birthplace of one of Mexico’s most beloved spirits. Its pechuga expression feels particularly fit for celebrating Día de los Muertos. On a ...

Scientists have observed a traditional mezcal process and modeled it using mathematics. Mezcal, made from cooked agave, is tested during fermentation by pouring and observing bubbles. The bubbles last ...