Best Mezcal Under $50

Del Maguey Vida San Luis Del Rio Mezcal is the perfect place to start when you want to try mezcal. This Mexican liquor is a little harder to find than tequila and other options, but Del Maguey has made its Vida Mezcal easy to get and at an entry-level price. It tastes delicious in mixed drinks and will introduce you to the world of mezcal. This mezcal is distilled twice and hand-crafted. Del Maguey uses wood-fired copper stills, which bring out fruity aromas and other sweet notes such as honey and vanilla. On your palate, experience cinnamon, banana, tangerine and even sandalwood. Wondering why you should opt for mezcal over tequila? Both mezcal and tequila are Mexican liquors distilled from the agave plant. Mezcal and tequila come from different regions in Mexico and often from different varieties of agave plant. Tequila must come from the Blue Agave plant, while mezcal can come from any agave plant. Most mezcal comes from Agave Espadin, including the Del Maguey Vida variety. Though you can try sipping Del Maguey Vida Mezcal to understand what mezcal is and how it should taste, this mezcal is designed to taste delicious in cocktails. The fruit notes and long finish make it perfect for fruitier mixes, such as a Sierra Madre Sunrise, which is made of mezcal plus Aperol, chocolate bitters and lemon juice. Try making a Mezcal Julep with basil and cranberry for a fruity twist on the classic. Remember to use quality juices and ripe fruits for best results. Buy Del Maguey Vida Mezcal online through Drizly and have it delivered directly to your door or pick it up in store.

We revived the ancient art of artisanal mezcal, tequila's predecessor, pioneering a unique approach and delivering the hand-crafted spirit to a new generation of creative drinkers and cultural innovators. Mezcal El Silencio is made in Oaxaca, Mexico, using the traditional process carried on by generations of mezcaleros. Meticulously picked agaves are roasted, crushed, and double distilled, resulting in a full-bodied flavor. Distilled from 100% Espadín agave, the black bottle really hits the mark, delivering all the classic full-bodied flavors of traditional mezcal. Try this smoky twist on tequila and elevate your usual Margarita or Bloody Mary! Double distilled in copper stills 43% Alc. Vol. - 86 proof Net. Cont. 750 ml

Meet Rosaluna. Made with just three ingredients (8-year-old agave, water, and a lot of love), it’s designed to get you hooked on the Magic of Mezcal. Bright and brilliant with complex and layered notes of citrus and tropical fruits, look out for a silky smooth finish and just a hint of agave smoke. For the Mezcal newbie, the Mezcal connoisseur, and everyone in between, too.

Madre Mezcal is created at the Garcia Morales Ranch, nestled in the rolling hills of the Oaxacan Sierra. Produced by Jose Garcia Morales and his family, this blended mezcal is a traditional Zapotec recipe. Handmade in the hills of San Dionisio, Oaxaca, the family has been cultivating agave on their land in Oaxaca for centuries, creating high quality, small-batch artisanal mezcal. Madre Mezcal is distilled from agave Espadin and agave Cuishe using a family heirloom copper pot still. These agaves are roasted in an earthen pit, before being fermented with local well-water and wild mountain yeast. Madre has a hint of sweet smoke accentuated by earthy herbal notes of sage, and minerals on the palate, followed by a lingering floral finish. Agave Cuishe (or Cuixe) is a wild agave in the Karwinskii family that includes Madre-cuishe and Barril. It grows in a cylindrical, stalk-shaped piña, with leaves spreading at the top. It’s often slightly smaller than Madre-cuishe, and yields intensely flavored mezcal with high minerality and spice notes.

“A clean spirit with subtle smokiness.” GEM&BOLT is a clean spirit with a smooth profile and subtle botanical notes resulting in the perfect mezcal. GEM&BOLT is a small batch joven mezcal made with perfectly ripened, late harvest, 100% espadin agave from the central valleys of Oaxaca, Mexico. GEM&BOLT is deeply informed by hundreds of years of tradition, using no artificial yeasts, additives or chemicals. The pĨna is slowly wood-roasted in conic earthen pits and mashed with traditional tahona stone. It then goes through a natural fermentation in oak vats. The first distillation is in small copper stills and then rested (not aged) in oak barrels for 3-6 months. During the second distillation, using our proprietary stainless-steel copper alloy still, the damiana herb is introduced as the agave spirit’s vapors pass through the botanical basket releasing the damiana’s essential oils. This process highlights herbal notes of chamomile, balanced by a well-rounded roasted agave profile distinct to artisanal mezcals from San Dionisio Ocotepec. Damiana is a traditional Mexican herb long-revered by the Maya and Aztec for its myriad of mood-elevating properties. This beloved heart-opening herb perfectly complements GEM&BOLT resulting in a unique composition of biosphere and natural elements promising only the highest quality mezcal.

A slightly smoky, yet herbaceous undertone rests on the center of the palate, while citrus and floral notes from the Barril are introduced and strengthened by the warm viscose finish of the Mexicano. This is a light and easy sipping mezcal, which will delight and surprise you with its complex lingering finish. Espadín The Espadín agave, known as the genetic Mother of the Blue Weber Agave, is used to produce tequila, and is also the predominant agave used in mezcal production. Unique in itself, the characteristics of this agave showcase the aromas of wet earth, a rich smokiness on the mid-palate, and a finish reminiscent of wild flowers. Barril This thick-foliaged, wild agave, often used as fencing to divide land in Oaxaca, intensifies the complexity of this mezcal. As citrus and floral notes arise, hints of green peppers compliment the nose. The palate is a delightful balance of citrus and creamy banana. Mexicano The Mexicano agave thrives in the moist environment of lower elevations. This wild agave can grow quite large and is usually harvested when close to ten years of age. The concentration of sugar in the fully mature agave produces an extremely powerful mezcal. The palate is distinctively herbaceous and earthy with a long lasting finish in the mouth. ACCOLADES 100 Points, The Tasting Panel 90 Points, Wine Enthusiast

Created from Espadin agave, El Buho Mezcal is handcrafted at a traditional artisan distillery in the heart of Oaxaca. Mature agave plants are carefully selected, then slowly roasted for one week in an underground stone pit with local mesquite wood. The roasted agave pieces are crushed on a traditional Tohona stone mill, well water is added to the resulting aguamiel, and the mixture fermented for a few days. The mash is then double distilled in a fifth generation alembic still and packaged in a distinctive bottle featuring "el buho" himself. El Buho Mezcal is now available in the US thanks to Brooklyn-based company, Henry Steele Imports. An inviting nose of sweet agave, vanilla and delicate smoke leads to a rich, full-flavored palate with herbaceous notes of roasted agave, sweet potato, vanilla and earth. The finish is long, spicy and peppery, enhanced by an elegant touch of smoke.

Mezcal is a distilled spirit made from fermented agave. In order to be called a Mezcal, the spirit must meet certain requirements outlined by COMERCAM, the governing body for mezcal. Location– Fidencio Mezcal comes from Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca Mezcal must come from one of the seven Mezcal producing states in México

Los Vecinos Del Campo honors centuries old distilling traditions of Oaxaca and the people whose families have produced these rich spirits for generations. After growing & maturing for 7- 20 years, the local grown agave is harvested by hand. The agave hearts are then slow-roasted underground for 4-7 days to develop the sultry, smoky-sweet flavor profile. After roasting, the piñas are crushed using a stone molino, then naturally fermented in a wooden vat for 7-15 days- depending on time of year. These artisanal mezcals are then double distilled using copper pot stills. The end products are sophisticated yet wild mezcals of the highest quality that taste of the generations of expertise behind them. In partnership with Carmen Villarreal and Casa San Matias, Los Vecinos works to promote sustainability and support to the people and communities who create these exquisite mezcals. Los Vecinos Del Campo translates to “Neighbors of the Field” and in the tiny villages of Oaxaca, Mexico where these artisanal mezcals are created, neighbors are family. Production description: • Agave: 100% Espadin • Serving: Savor and sip neat or mix into an array of cocktails. This 90-proof mezcal stands up well! • Appearance: Void of color; sediment-free clarity. • Aroma: Powerful aromas of baked pineapple and canned pineapple juice have an earthy core. Tasting Notes: It’s all spice up front in the mouth, quickly moving to roasted tropical fruits, tender young ginger, and green bell peppers. “This wonderful mezcal is the ideal marriage of unruly, wild mezcal and distilling sophistication.” – F. Paul Pacult, editor, F. Paul Pacult’s Spirit Journal, June '18 Awards: 2020 International Spirits Challenge – Gold 2019 San Francisco World Spirits Competition – Double Gold 2019 New York World Wine and Spirits Competition – Double Gold 2019 New York World Wine and Spirits Competition – Best Mezcal 2019 New York World Wine and Spirits Competition – Best in Show, Unaged White Spirit 2018 Ultimate Spirits Challenge – 94/100 points, Excellent-Highly Recommended, Great Value Award, Finalist

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Crema de Mezcal, is a combination of Miel de Maguey (unfermented syrup of the roast agave) and Mezcal San Luis del Rio – double distilled from 100% mature agave Espadin, produced the original, natural 400-year-old, hand-crafted way. Crema de Mezcal has a nose of roast maguey, with vanilla and pear, a creamy almond, apple, coffee, pineapple pallate and a long sweet smoky orange finish. As the Five day maguey roast is uncovered, the Miel of a few of the sweetest magueys are pressed out. Ten percent Miel de Maguey is added to ninety percent San Luis del Rio resulting in an 80 proof Crema de Mezcal. We have created, in Crema, a totally original and natural, single village produced libation.Sip this delicious beverage before, during and after meals. Make a great margarita with nothing other than fresh lime juice. Drizzle it over any fruit or pastry for desert. ©2020 Del Maguey. All Rights Reserved.

Mayalen Wild Cupreata is made with 100% wild agave Cupreata this is harvested on the mountaintops of the Mezcalero’s estate. The cut agave is transported down the mountain in a caravan fashion where it is cooked in an earthen oven, crushed by tahona, and then distilled in a copper alembic. This mezcal is potent with elegant herbal and citric notes and a spicy kick. There is salt on the nose with moderate notes of tropical fruit. This mezcal is 48% ABV.

The Gracias a Dios Espadin uses 8-year old agave Espadín, two times distilled, and aged 4 months in American oak. It has flavors of wood and spicy oak, wild herbs, and citrus pith. Spice, controlled smoke and oak, minty and fruity; more spice and rising oak. Balanced and fragrant, with nice earthy notes, good palate development, a nice array of fruit and smoke, spice and controlled oak.

With the perfect balance of aromas, our Espadín Joven carries notes of orange blossom, honeydew and fresh olives. Upon tasting our Espadín, you will sense hints of anise, apple, and orange oils with high salinity.

Excellent for all occassions, as an appetizer or even as a complement for some of the most diverse regional foods, national and international alike. You will delight in a prestigious note of soft flavor and exotic nature, followed by a refreshing flavor of vigourous intensity that reflects the first years of the maguey plant. For the ardent palate as much as in the endulgence of its outmost desire as in the enjoyment of the undiscovered, a drink that demonstrates the marvelous density of the best mezcals.

Mezcal Meteoro is made from 100% agave espadîn, which plays a fundamental part in the characteristics of the final product. Our agave hearts are cooked in an earthen pit for over a week. They are then crushed with a round stone, drawn by a mule on a “tahona.” Our mezcal is naturally fermented and double distilled for rich character.

Sparkling white wine, 40% Chenin Blanc, 20% Chardonnay, 40% Cabernet franc. Appellation Touraine Contrôlée.

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Double Gold winner at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. This artisan Mezcal has been crafted for four generations of family Maestro Mezcaleros in San Dionisio Ocotopec, Oaxaca region. Espadin Agave harvested after maturing for at least eight years, this fine Mezcal is produced using the Tahona method, double distilled and has notes of bright citrus agave, vanilla, almond and slightly smoky. Extremely complex yet smooth!

Mestizo Joven is the unaged artisinal mezcal in the Mestizo lineup that also includes a Reposado and an Anejo. It can be sipped and it also makes for a great mixer. It won the Double Gold Medal at the 13th Annual San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2013.

This unique Pechuga recipe starts with a base of 100% espadin agave then combines Oaxacan orange squash, red banana, pineapple, guava, crabapple and cinnamon in the mash. A chicken breast is hung in the still for the last distillation.

Crisp morning dew, charcoal, pine and forest fire with a sweet smoke .

Aprendiz Espadin is produced by Isaías Martínez in San Juan del Río. At 76 proof, this mezcal is balanced and great in cocktails. Aprendiz Mezcal is produced through a completely handmade processes, respecting the traditional way of making mezcal.

The vegetal and fruit aromas are a treat, with bell pepper and oregano notes leading to a juicy pineapple tone.

Silver is shimmery clear with a lightweight, silky textured body and a peppery, herbaceous bouquet.

Traditional pit-roasted, mule-drawn tahona-crushed, open-fermented, double-distilled mezcal from 100% Estate-Grown Agave Espadín, then matured for over 6 months in American white oak barrels and presented at 43% ABV. Carmel and creme brulee on the nose with cocoa powder and white fruit. Rich dry smoke, butterscotch and brown spice, with a long, spicy finish.

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Derrumbes third expression is a mezcal from the dessert produced exclusively from the extensive wild agave Salmiana Crassispina that grows naturally in the High Plateau of San Luis Potosi. With not enough trees to support mezcal production, Maestro mezcalero Manuel Perez forages for dry Salmiana leaves and quiotes to use as fuel. The result is an incredibly unique mezcal that reflects the flavors of its surroundings like no other. This floral and herbaceous mezcal from the village of Charcas has just the right touch of sweetness to balance its delicate intensity.

Utilizing a combination of both modern and historical technique, the agave honeys for Mina Real are fermented together with their crushed piña fibers, followed by a double distillation in ceramic pots for a classic earthiness and character. The Reposado is barreled in used American white oak casks.

Beautiful, easy drinking mezcal that is true to the place and people who created it. Complex enough to be enjoyed on its own, at 91 proof it’s also assertive enough to shine through in cocktails where lower ABV mezcales can easily get lost. MAESTRO MEZCALERO: Don Lucio Morales VILLAGE: San Dionisio Ocotepec AGAVE: 100% Espadin (A. angustifolia) ALTITUDE: 1,680 Meters ROASTED IN: Earth CRUSHED BY: Tahona FERMENTED IN: Pine DISTILLED IN: 275L Copper Pots TASTING NOTES Smell: roasted meat, ground corn, lime pith, pine tar Sip: leather, caramelized banana Swallow: mineral, barley

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Straight out the ancestral capital of mezcal, el Recuerdo Mezcal is a memorable product of our tradition and our culture, in every sense of the word. A smoky flavor is characteristic of the traditional Mezcals of the region, and an attribute connoisseurs seek. AVAILABLE WITH OR WITHOUT A WORM: RECUERDO DE OAXACA is available with a worm for those who prefer the silky texture the agave-worm gives the liquid and the novelty of sharing it with friends, as well as without the worm for those who seek smoky notes with a different complexity.

Ready-to-drink cocktail. Hibiscus tea with Mezcal and agave honey.

The famous estate in Guanajuato is producing some of the most interesting and affordable Mezcal on the market. Most people think of Mezcal as the traditional smoky Oaxacan spirit made from the Espadin varietal of agave, but nearly every state in Mexico distills some type of Agave spirit. In the state of Guanajuato, the agave of note is the Salmiana and it's cultivated for their own style of smokeless mezcal. The Jaral De Berrio family was originally given the noble title of Marquis in 1774 by King Carlos III and subsequently, they were given one of the first official warrants to produce wine & spirits in Mexico. Perhaps Guanajuato's most prominent family, the Hacienda is still a popular tourist attraction in this part of Mexico, but the real attraction is their fabulous Mezcal. The Salmiana agave and it's lazy drooping leaves is a familiar site for many in Southern California, but few know of it's amazing capabilities for creating delicious Mezcal. The agave is roasted in traditional clay ovens and distilled twice in copper pots. This is the perfect middle road between the spice earthiness of Oaxacan mezcal and the cleaner fruitier flavors common in Tequila to the west.

Mezcal Legendario Domingois made in the village of San Luis del Rio in Oaxaca, Mexico. It is produced by Master Mezcalero Gregorio Velasco, using agave espadin which is harvested at 8 to 9 years old. The piñas are roasted in pit ovens before being pressed by a traditional tahona which is comprised of a stone pulled by a horse. The juice is fermented in wooden oak vats before being double-distilled through copper stills. It is bottled at 48% ABV.

Fernando Santibañez had a passion for mezcal and its limitless possibilities. Using his years of experience and his love for mezcal, Fernando respectfully combined the traditions of mezcal with those of barrel aging to create a unique expression in Xicaru Añejo. Xicaru Añejo is made with traditional methods from 100% Maguey espadin. It rests for a minimum of one year in medium-toasted, used American oak barrels and is finished to 86 proof. Used barrels are employed to prevent over-aging, and the higher proof helps to maintain the essential characteristics of mezcal.

NARAN means "Eclipse of the Moon" in Trique, an indigenous Oaxacan language from the sierras. This mezcal is a smooth craft cocktail approach to the espadin agave varietal from the producers of Mezcal Carreno. NARAN is a smooth 40% ABV to provide a soft, smoky, and reminiscent of orange peel, evergreen and glacier water. Elevate the taste of your home cocktails with NARAN or sip it neat to enjoy the nuances this mezcal offers. --- Mezcal Carreño began in 1904 with Don Apolonio Carreño, with mezcal that was made from wild agaves that naturally grew on property, land that ironically in some plots, was used to grow sugar cane and was sold to the family of the largest rum producers in the country. At Hacienda Carreño the mezcal was shared during three big parties a year, the first, on Apolonio's birthday in February; the second, at the end of the milling of the sugar cane in April and the third, with the harvest of the corn crops at the end of the year. Today, the tradition of making mezcal is kept alive, preserving the artisanal process using wild & cultivated agaves. Mezcal Carreño is ensuring the future by planting over 30,000 agaves since 2017 and additional plots every year. They support multiple non-profits both in Oaxaca and Arizona. In Oaxaca Gók-nenna, meaning "Help me" in zapoteco, has a focus on helping the Zapotec Indigenous women. In Arizona the Urban Agave Initiative helps plant agaves in the Phoenix and Tucson communities to support the endangered mexican long-nosed and shorter-nosed bats. These bats are critical to supporting the desert ecosystem as pollinators of the night.

Agave de Cortes is a beautiful expression of 100% Espadin Agave from the area of Santiago Matatlan. On the nose, subdued smoke lays the groundwork for vegetal ripeness and floral notes. On the palate, bright acidity and 45% ABV balance with layers and layers of flavor: lemongrass, damp earth and dense clay/mineral are coated by rich body and silky texture.

Nuestra Soledad San Luis del Rio is located east of the Valles Centrales Region. The small village is tucked away in the mountains, where Espadin is grown on slopes so steep that the harvested pinas need to be rolled down to flat ground before being taken back to the palenque. The region is intensely hot, which causes early ripening of the agave. ABOUT NUESTRA SOLEDAD From the same producers as El Jolgorio, Mezcal Nuestra Soledad is comprised of six distinct mezcals from six different producers located in various regions of Oaxaca, intended to highlight elements of terroir in mezcal production. Oaxaca is one of the most geographically diverse states in Mexico, with a wide array of microclimates, vegetation, and ecosystems. Nuestra Soledad is made using 100% agave Espadín, cultivated in the remote mountain areas around the Valles Centrales region of Oaxaca, alongside wild vegetation and planted in varying soil types, resulting in an array of flavor profiles. Even more importantly, each mezcalero employs his own methods, often passed down through the generations. Every decision impacts the final character of the mezcal. The environmental diversity, combined with the human element of mezcal production, result in six unique mezcals, despite all six being made from a single agave variety: Espadín.

Se Busca Reposado is aged for 10 months in French oak Barrels and has notes of coconut, almond, and hazelnut along with oak and mesquite.

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Flavor notes: Creamy smooth Hints of fresh grass. Multi-dimensional smoke notes – extremely well-balanced: Slow roasting ham, Chipotle, Roasted pepper, Hint of white pepper. Semi-sweet chocolate, Lemon Citrus, Lemon Balm, Floral notes of chamomile, Sweet peppery agave finish

Wash – The crushed agave is mixed with water three times. The Agave fiber is kept and used in distillation to extract maximum flavor. Ferment – After the wash, the mash is placed in fermentation vats. The vats are made from pine and do not have a cover. With the help of the indigenous, airborne yeast, the magic of fermentation proceeds. This usually takes six days to complete but will vary depending on the air temperature. Distill – The fermented juice is pumped into our alembic (pot still) and twice distilled. It is then evaporated and collected. With each pass through the still, we separate the heart (corazon) of the distillate from the head (cabeza) and tail (cola), which are not used for mezcal. At this point we have mezcal that is at batch strength. Water is then added to bring down the final alcohol level to 44%, or 88 proof. We now have Fidencio Clasico Joven, ready for bottling. Why separate? Different parts of the fermented agave juice evaporate at different temperatures. The impurities are found in the beginning and end (head and tail) of the distillation cycle. Only the corazon is used in the final product.

Mezcal 100 % agave with his typical maguey worm . One more of our ambassadors abroad.

Creyente™ Mezcal Joven comes from a rich artisanal tradition to create a remarkable new alchemy, blending distinctive agaves, regions, and traits which give birth to an extraordinary mezcal. Creyente™ is based on the philosophy that anything is possible. This belief is reflected in Creyente’s pursuit in creating an unbelievable mezcal. Creyente™ is the union of 100% Espadin agave harvested from two regions, Tlacolula with its rich soils and Yautepec and its wild mountainous terrain. The result of this remarkable blend is a paradox, a curious alchemy and an unbelievable mezcal drinking experience. Our visionary blend takes the form of a hybrid animal with a velvety smooth body, sweet hints of fruit, and light herbal notes with an overarching rich, smoky mesquite wood flavor. Creyente™ is best enjoyed by sips– accompanied by sal de gusano (worm salt) and a fresh orange wedge or a sangrita.

Zignum which means “tip of the spear”, is celebrated as an exceptionally smooth, refined Mezcal. The Maestro Mezcalero & his team, work with an eco-friendly mindset from field to barrel to bottle. Color: Intense brightness and transparency with flashes of silver. Aroma: Delicate hints of citrus fruits. Notes: Preserves the original citric and herbal flavor of the green Espadin.

Straight out the ancestral capital of mezcal, el Recuerdo Mezcal is a memorable product of our tradition and our culture, in every sense of the word. A smoky flavor is characteristic of the traditional Mezcals of the region, and an attribute connoisseurs seek. AVAILABLE WITH OR WITHOUT A WORM: RECUERDO DE OAXACA is available with a worm for those who prefer the silky texture the agave-worm gives the liquid and the novelty of sharing it with friends, as well as without the worm for those who seek smoky notes with a different complexity.

Se Busca Joven is made from 100% agave Espadin at at an unnamed distillery that’s owned by the family that has overseen the artisanal production process for generations.

Young (less than one year old bottling), handcrafted mezcal made of 100% agave (Agave angostofolia). This crystalline distillation has 40% alcohol/volume. This mezcal is specially handcrafted for mixology, it boasts a savory sweetness, combining smoke and earthy undertones to the sweet taste of the Espadín agave. Lower in alcohol than Pierde Almas mezcals, it is a perfect´mise en bouche´ to get your palate ready for more powerful mezcals.

A smoky, bonfire-like Mezcal from Foreveroax. This is aged for up to a year in oak barrels, and it has an intense flavour.