The biddies dive into the agave-based spirits of tequila and mezcal. This one’s a mess, but that’s to be expected. In between tequila-inspired stories, learn how these Mexican spirits are made – from growing and harvesting agave, the current agave shortage, and the distillation process that creates tequila and mezcal.

Drinks Featured:

Calla: Paloma made with Cantera Negra

Kara: Jalisco in Winter made with Don Julio Reposado tequila and Pelotón de la Muerte mezcal

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Sources

• Amy Stewart, The Drunken Botanist
• Forbes.com, Tequila Shortage
• Society of Wine Educators, Certified Specialist of Spirits Study Guide