National Mezcal Day

National Mezcal Day celebrates mezcal, the Mexican distilled spirit made from agave, and honors the craftsmanship and traditions behind its production. Observed annually on October 21, it highlights mezcal’s diverse flavors, cultural importance, and the work of the maestros mezcaleros who make it. Del Maguey describes the day as a tribute to these artisans and the villages involved in mezcal production.

Mezcal can be made from many agave varieties, giving different expressions their own character. Traditional production may involve roasting agave hearts in underground pits before crushing, fermenting, and distilling them, a process associated with mezcal’s distinctive smoky flavor. Oaxaca is one of its best-known producing regions, although mezcal is produced in several Mexican states. National Mezcal Day offers an opportunity to explore these regional and stylistic differences while appreciating the land, knowledge, and labor represented by each bottle.

How to Observe National Mezcal Day

Celebrate by trying mezcal neat or in a cocktail, or compare different varieties in a small tasting. Learn about the agave varieties and production methods behind each expression, and raise a glass to the mezcaleros who preserve the craft. Mezcal is often served with orange slices and sal de gusano, or worm salt. If you drink, celebrate responsibly.

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