Cinco de Mayo: Tequila and Mezcal

These two have clearly come out of the dark woods in the past few years...and there are so many sipping agave-based spirits available that that it has become difficult to choose them apart: many are just brands, and the packaging makes for most of the price tag. Others are celebrity-endorsed and acquire de facto a taste of luxury. We'll go straight to the source and tell you everything you need to know about the plant itself, how it is cooked, fermented and distilled, sometimes aged. Take a good look at the original Mexican spirit in its evolution from being the farmer's best friend to the Manhattan fancy joints go-to exclusive drink. We'll take the worms out of the equation, add on a few tacos, and compliment the feast with great visuals.