I had not heard of mezcal before I visited Oaxaca but it’s a core aspect of Oaxacan identity. Mezcal is a spirit similar to tequila in taste and strength but the culture of mezcal is unique. Mezcal’s cultural heritage Almost all of Mexico’s mezcal is produced in and around Oaxaca, using agave plants as its … Continue reading Mezcal: Oaxaca’s signature drink, worms and all