When you think of Mexican drinks, tequila and mezcal are probably the first that come to mind. Many big celebrities, like George Clooney, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, and Kendall Jenner, have their own tequila brands. In 2024, Americans bought over 32 million cases of agave spirits, making it one of the most successful drinks in the market.
But Mexico’s drink world is much bigger than tequila and mezcal. There are unique, artisanal spirits like heirloom corn whiskey, Mexican gin, and lesser-known agave drinks such as raicilla and bacanora. These drinks not only taste amazing but also reflect Mexico’s culture and traditions.
Meet the Makers
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Hillhamn Salome created Condesa Gin using ancient healing traditions mixed with modern gin-making.
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Enrique Olvera, one of Mexico’s most famous chefs, helped launch Manojo Mezcal to showcase the diversity of agaves and their flavors.
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Siglo Cero brought pox, a traditional Mayan corn drink, to the U.S. for the first time.
Must-Try Mexican Spirits
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Mezcal (Oaxaca) – Manojo’s Espadín is grassy and less smoky.
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Sotol (North Mexico) – Made from desert plants, tastes like a mix of mezcal and gin.
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Raicilla (Jalisco) – A cousin of tequila with a rich, cheesy aroma.
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Bacanora (Sonora) – Bright, vegetal flavors with a touch of smoke.
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Pox (Chiapas) – Savory corn spirit with hints of chile and coconut.
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Condesa Gin (Mexico City) – Citrus gin with cactus fruit and orange blossom.
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Oaxacan Corn Whiskey – Rich and earthy, aged in three types of barrels.
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Charanda (Michoacán) – Mexican rum made from heritage sugarcane.
For spirit lovers, Mexico is full of flavors waiting to be explored. From smoky mezcal to bright gin, each bottle is like a little vacation in a glass.
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