Every October, Mezcalloween rises again – and this year marks its fifth haunting. Back and bolder than ever, the Mezcalloween V Box delivers mezcal cocktails that are playful, seasonal, and brimming with mischief. Think tart peach with a sparkling lift, juicy plum wrapped in warming spice, and a blood-red hibiscus potion rimmed in zesty salt….
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Mezcalloween IV: The Ill-Fated Inn
Well, well, well . . . we can’t say it’s a surprise to see you. There’s nothing else around for miles! As it goes, the Ill-Fated Inn makes the call, and those with a desire to fill their October with mind-bending mezcal cocktails always come knocking. Take a look around. There’s no better bottle we…
Mezcalloween III: A Shocker in Oaxaca
It’s alive! IT’S ALIVE!! It was a recent dark and stormy night when the beakers bubbled over and the comically oversized switch was flipped, shooting sparks everywhere and slowly reanimating the most magical and monstrous occasion of all: Mezcalloween. So far we’ve somehow survived two eerie installments, but we offer no guarantees when three more…
Mezcalloween II: Agave’s Revenge
For those brave enough to have peeked through their fingers, there’ve been some helpful pointers offered throughout the many decades of horror films and their sequels: Cover your mirrors, don’t read the ancient scroll, and if furniture is moving on its own, then it’s time to pack up and go! Technically, returning to the scene…
Mezcalloween
Something’s out there. Lurking around the shadow-laden Oaxacan fields is a sensational spirit that showcases the earthy taste of agave with a devilishly roasted, smoky edge, and it’s ready to pounce during your upcoming month of thrilling, chilling cocktail glass–filling. Mezcal’s greatest asset, besides its irresistible flavor, is how seamlessly it’s woven into the cultural…
Fall for Mezcal
It’s a lively time of year in Mexico, a period when the last cheerful shouts and mariachi chords of Independence Day parties fade out and attention turns to preparing for the more spiritual but equally as energetic and colorful Día de los Muertos. In these months they honor their country and its people, past and…
Mezcal Moods
As we look ahead to a month of thrills, chills, and tasty autumnal treats, we can’t help but think of the old proverb: “Tequila is to wake the living. Mezcal is to wake the dead.” But there’s no reason to worry—cracking open a bottle of October’s featured spirit will not result in a series of…
Behind the Señor Rojo
We sat down with Sam Jimenez to chat about his work, Mexico, mezcal, and his drink for September’s Celebrate Mezcal Box, the Señor Rojo! S&S: In what ways does the Señor Rojo represent the flavors of Oaxaca? SJ: Señor Rojo is a cocktail that assimilates boldness, spices, citrus, smokiness, and flavor. To me that’s part of…
Celebrate Mezcal
There’s not a celebration in the world that has the look, feel, and flavors of Mexican Independence Day—a loud and proud party full of colorful decor, irresistible food, romantic mariachi music, and delicious drinks. Since its day of triumph on September 16, 1810, Mexico has adapted international influences from its past while developing a rich…
A Passage to Chandrapore
To celebrate National Tequila Day, here’s another cocktail recipe from Vivian making use of her leftover Shaker & Spoon syrups. You can also find more drinks photography from Vivian on Instagram at @thetipsymuse. A Passage to Chandrapore Chandrapore is a fictional city in the novel A Passage to India, referring to Indian spices cumin, turmeric, cardamom used…
Behind the Red Devil 2.0
We sat down with Jules Mavromatis to get the story behind the Red Devil 2.0! S&S: How have your time in the fields and highlands of Jesús María—seeing the whole mezcal production process from start to finish—and your further travels in Oaxaca influenced your work? JM: Now when I’m pouring mezcal or tequila into the glass, whether…
¡Viva Mezcal!
For the longest time, tequila was the most well-known and ubiquitous agave-based spirit in the US. But these days, craft cocktail menus proudly announce mezcal offerings and mezcal-devoted bars increasingly dot urban landscapes. So we thought, if you haven’t tried mezcal yet, it’s time to see what all the hype is about—while you can! Unfortunately,…
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