Mezcal is a misunderstood spirit in the United States, according to Kurt Hernon, owner of Speak of the Devil, 201 W. Fifth St. in downtown Lorain. Hernon said he and his crew of bartenders are hoping ...

The world of mezcal is endlessly exciting. As Uproxx’s resident tequila writer, I’m deeply invested and interested in that agave spirit, but with that level of familiarity comes a lot of expectation.

It has never been easier to get into the world of mezcal. A few years back, when the artisanal mezcal market started to really pop off, all sorts of new brands emerged. Many of those brands were made ...

Explore the agave spirit at palenques (mezcal distilleries), bars, and shops in the city and beyond. Courtesy of Lauren Mowery Years ago, Oaxaca City flew under the global tourism radar. Hardcore ...

Here's where to taste the agave spirit without venturing to Oaxaca. OMAR TORRES / AFP via Getty Images While tequila holds the title as Mexico’s most popular drink, mezcal is rapidly gaining attention ...

Sean Kenyon knows how to pour out both drinks and advice. A third-generation bar man with 25 years behind the bar, he is a student of cocktail history, a United States Bartenders Guild-certified ...

Mezcals have complex flavors, whether smoky, savory, or sweet. In cocktails, they all pair excellently with spicy flavors, ...

Sean Kenyon knows how to pour out both drinks and advice. A third-generation bar man with 25 years behind the bar, he is a student of cocktail history, a United States Bartenders Guild-certified ...