Planet Mezcal is a digital space dedicated to mezcal education, culture, and community. We explore the traditions, people, and landscapes behind mezcal while uplifting small producers and sustainable practices across Mexico.
Whether you’re new to mezcal or deep into the category, this is a place to learn, listen, and connect.
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We’re proud to share that our first mezcal documentary, Mezcal in Danger, is officially streaming on our YouTube channel. This short film reveals the untold struggles of Oaxacan small-batch mezcaleros fighting to protect their culture, land, and traditions.
Watch now and support the voices behind mezcal.
Imagine telling someone that your mezcal was distilled with a turkey breast hanging inside the still, surrounded by walnuts, strawberries, and other fresh ingredients. They might think you’re lying. Welcome to the world of pechuga mezcal. Pechuga is one of the most fascinating expressions of mezcal, blending traditional distillation techniques with truly unique recipes. Some…
The internet used to feel like a neighborhood. In the early 2000s, you could recognize the same usernames, see the same people in the same forums, and know exactly who was about to start an argument. Email chains, online gaming, and tight knit communities made the internet feel small. It felt personal. If someone talked…
Take any bottle of mezcal and, at first glance, things seem pretty straightforward. There is a brand name and a story. There is usually a connection to Oaxaca, agave, a family, a community, or generations of tradition. It is easy to assume that the company whose name appears on the bottle is the company that…
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