Dr Iván Saldaña is a Jalisco native. Growing up in one of Mexico’s most biodiverse regions (home to agave among other things), the good doctor developed a deep curiosity about…
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You could describe mezcal as a characterful cousin of Tequila. Hailing from Mexico, it’s an artisanal agave spirit that stands out for its complex, diverse characteristics and rich heritage. For…
Negronis and mezcal are two things in the drinks world that will never go out of fashion, so it makes perfect sense that their paths now cross in a collision…
We love agave here at Master of Malt. The sheer variety in the mezcal category alone is mind blowing, from the smoky and pungent, to fruity and aromatic, not forgetting…
When it comes to artisanal spirits, mezcal stands out for its rich heritage and complex flavour profiles. Originating from Mexico, this agave spirit has seen a surge in popularity thanks…
From Rod Stewart to Kylie Minogue, not forgetting The Rock and George Clooney, it seems like you’re nobody in the celebrity world without your very own brand of booze. From…
We’re all about agave spirits this week. If you’ve been tempted, but usually stick to whisky then read on, because we’ve picked out some terrific Tequila and mezcal matches based…
We’re celebrating all things agave this week. Today we’re looking at some of the best cocktails you can make with agave spirits. These are seven of the best Tequila and…
As part of our Mexican week coverage marking Cinco de Mayo, we break down the country’s two most popular spirits and ask you which one is your favourite. It’s Tequila…
It’s Tequila week here at Master of Malt so whether you want a great cocktail or fine sipping mezcal, we’re looking at some of the best agave bars in England…
Our Mexican week coverage continues with some agave recommendations featuring colour-changing spirits, celebrity-backed bottlings and even a collection of 12 drams. Here are our Tequila and mezcal for Cinco de Mayo….
With an ever-growing market for Tequila and mezcal of Mexico comes an inevitable conundrum: how do we keep agave spirits sustainable? We ask the brands and businesses investing in the…
This week, we’re making a twist on a modern classic, and the perfect cocktail for the upcoming party season: it’s the Mezcal Espresso Martini made with Ojo de Dios Café….
Luis Niño de Rivera from Mezcal Amores is on a mission to persuade customers to try his agave spirits neat. Though he’s also partial to a cocktail or two of…
Whisky, salmon, salt, mezcal, paprika – you name it, we’ll put smoke in it. But why do we love the flavours and aromas of smoke in our drinks so much?…
This week we’re shaking up one of the snazziest-looking cocktails we’ve seen in a while. It’s sexy, it’s spicy and it’s called the Disco Picante! And for the second week…
The Sin Gusano range is all about small-batch, authentic, and delicious agave spirits. The kind of booze we probably would have never tasted were it not for founder Jon Darby….
Today, Cinco de Mayo, is Mexico’s national day of celebration so, if you want to get involved, we’ve picked some bottles to help you get in the mood. And not…
Today, we’re striking a blow for independence with ten delicious bottlings from brands that aren’t part of big drinks companies. So, from a Maryland-style rye whiskey to single estate vodka,…
Whether you’re in the market for a mixable Margarita base or a serious sipper, you don’t have to break the bank to get your hands on some terrific Tequila and mezcal….