MEZCAL VS TEQUILA - What is The Difference Between These Great Spirits?
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- Mezcal vs Tequila. What exactly makes these two Incredible Agave Spirits so special and are they the same thing? Both Tequila and Mezcal come from Mexico and while they do come from the same plants, they are quite different both in flavor and the way they are made. In this video, I go over all of the differences between Tequila and Mezcal, what makes Mezcal Tequila similar, as well as how they taste and how Mezcal is made.
Tequila and Mezcal are made very similarly, but there a few key differences which make each spirit very unique and make them stand out from one another. Mezcal Cocktails are some of my absolute favorite cocktails, so I really wanted to make this video examining and sharing with you talking about Mezcal and Tequila.
We cover tequila vs mezcal taste, origin, process, and how they are made, and more. I really tried to give a comprehensive view of what makes these two spirits so special and why so many people love them.
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Chapters
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00:00 - Introduction
00:35 - What is Mezcal?
01:00 - The Legend of Agave Spirits
02:15 - Mezcal (Category) Explanation
03:22 - What makes Mezcal and Tequila Different
08:00 - Tasting Tequila & Mezcal
10:25 - Conclusion
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I tried a mezcal a few weeks ago at an upscale Taco restaurant and I was completely blown away! I had no idea what it was and it hit me like a brick wall with the Smokey flavor. I really enjoyed it and highly recommend to those who enjoy uniquely flavored spirits!
Yes! Absolutely! It's so complex and smoky and can be really well done! Such a fantastic spirit! I'm happy you shared that 😁
I got hip to it in New York city on vacation. I like it.. my lady LOVES it.
Tried the Cosamigo mezcal. Totally nasty. Nasty Nasty. Gave it away.
Can I go to a mexican restaurant by myself (i’ve no friends) on a weekend evening and not get looks from others that’s the question
In a quick answer. MAZCAL IS THE TRUE TEQUILA
Tequila is made mainly in Jalisco, however, there are 4 other states (small municipality) that are allowed to make Tequila Guanajuato, Michoacán, Nayarit and Tamaulipas.
All have the Denominación de Origen.
Yes! You are so right and I wish I could redo that part of this video. Thank you for sharing and pointing that out. I never want to mislead or misrepresent anything.
My dad’s from Nayarit! I’m gonna have to bring him back a bottle when I visit
In Fact, in Mexico we have 6 Denominations of Origin for distillates...., Tequila, Mezcal, Bacanora, Charanda, Sotol and Raicilla .... I would reccomend to try them... But basically... You're right..
Mezcal is the best. I brought a bottle from Mexico and still enjoy it on weekends. Can’t wait until I go back.
Mezcal really is the best!! Such a great spirit
I found the actual making of both Mezcal and Tequila content very helpful! Thanks, Great video!
Oh good!! That makes me happy! 😁 Glad i was able to bring you some value!!!
My brother,thank you so much....finally a great resource in your very great video!!! Keep up the great work 👍 👏 💪
What an interesting, knowledgeable lad. Your explanations, descriptions & tasting notes are second to none. Well done mate, utmost respect.
Thank you so much my friend! I'm happy you think so 😁
Great video, easy and simple to understand the differences! Thanks for sharing and keep them coming!!!!
Absolutely! Happy you enjoyed this one and that it was informational and helpful to you 😁😁🙌
Great video and awesome info. Thanks for putting this out
Thank you friend! I'm glad you enjoyed it 😁😁
loved the video man. super helpful in beginning to understand the difference between the two!
Oh awesome! That makes me so happy to read. Glad you enjoyed the video 😁 let me know if I can help you with anything else
Great explanation. Love the video
Awesome content thanks man
What an awesome video on the differences between the two spirits. This is perfect for the newcomer in Mezcal. Cheers.
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it 😁
Lui, another great vid. Learned a lot and will have to try Mezcal. Keep rockin'.
Thank you my friend! So happy you thought so! I love mezcal and I'm happy i was able to bring you some value! 😁
Love the video! Concise and educational.
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed this one 😁🙏
Great explanation. Thank you. I want to try it now.
A lot of people don’t have a clue sometimes wonder talking about the tequila vs Mezcal but I want to say that you definitely hit the nail on the head it is exactly the perfect way to explain the difference between the two spirits great video and very accurate information I am a lover of both spirits and my family owns a local distillery in Jalisco. That’s nuts sell to the public just for family. I will try to get you a sample your way so you can try it.
Thank you my friend!! I'm happy you think I did a good job explaining! 😁 Especially with your direct ties to the industry. And wow! Thank you so much I would love that haha
Wow, fantastic presentation. Thank you!
Happy you thought so 😁
Loved it!! Yes!! I want more!!
😁😁🙌 i actually have two videos on my channel up now. One on what is tequila and one on what is mezcal
Amazing training tool, thank you Lui!
You're very welcome! I'm happy you think so 😁😁
Oh yes please make a video of them seperatly! I think it would be very intriguing and helpful.
Also this video was very helpful Thank you😁
You're very welcome my friend! I'm glad you enjoyed this video!
Great videos as usual. Good production quality and very informative. Can you do a video describing why you’ve chosen those particular Mezcal’s to display? Can we see a high-end versus lower end, smoky versus smooth, sipping vs. mixer video and describing the differences? There are so many varieties and producers, I’m interested in your assessment.
Só I've actually been contemplating doing a whole video solely on Mezcal! And this gave me some great ideas of topics to cover within that range of topics especially because there is so much to cover!
Thank you my friend! I will most certainly work on getting that video done and i appreciate the comments which will help me make it the best video i can 😁😁
Good content.
Good analogies.
Thanks.
Happy you enjoyed it! 😁😁🙏
Dude, this was the first video to show up when you search mezcal tequila! Congrats my dude! Awesome video.
Hey Christian! Haha that's so awesome! I'm so happy that that's how you found this video! I didn't realize it was first that's huge! Thank you for letting me know!
I also am glad you enjoyed it 😁🙏
Thank you for this informative content! I remember your Bolivian Singani video. I am going to a Mexcal event soon and wanted to learn more. I'll watch the Mezcal video as well :)
Oh awesome!! Thank you for watching and enjoying my videos! 😁 I'm happy i was able to help you with a few things!
Finally watched this after witnessing your IG for so long...and my brain soared back to my Monte Alban days 20 years ago.
Great episode and Los Vecinos del Campo is one of my favorite mezcals for cocktails!
Thank you my friend!!! Such a fantastic mezcal for cocktails. Really enjoy it and it's not overly expensive either!
Very informative thank you
Oh you are so welcome!! Im glad you enjoyed it and I'm glad you got something out of this video!
I wish I had found your channel a long time ago. These videos should be required viewing for all liquor store employees.
Happy You Think so! 😁🙌
Great job!
Thank you friend!! 😁😁
thanks, I learned a ton!
Oh good! That makes me happy to hear! Happy you enjoyed it 😁🙌
Great video! Your teaching me the answers to why I like Mezcal over tequila. I really never knew the reason.
Happy to help friend 😁😁🙏 happy you enjoyed this video
Tequila took off due to the demand it started having in the USA. Now the USA and Europe noticed they were missing on Mezcal, hence becoming more and more popular each day (plus Oaxaca taking more appreciation in the worldwide perspective).
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The overrated spirit of Tequila can also be made in the states of Guanajuato, Tamaulipas, Michoacán and Nayarit. Not just in Jalisco.
Long live Mezcal, the father of tequila!
Mezcal is the bomb dot com
Great video man! :)
Thank you my friend! I'm so glad you enjoyed this one
@@Lui_Fern For sure, very informative and interesting :) Gave you a sub! My journey kinda started with the usual sierra tequila silver shot with salt and lemon at parties but I was kinda confused with all that because I didn't dislike the taste in the first place. Bought a Peloton de la Muerte Mezcal and drank it neat and just loved it. Looking forward to tasting other brands :D Cheers and happy new year!
@@jgakpp happy New Year friend! Loved reading how you started your journey and happy to be able to help in any way I can. I have a lot of videos on mezcal cocktails and some tequila cocktails as well! 😁🙏
Interesting content…thanks 😎
Happy you enjoyed it friend! 😁😁
Awesome! Thank you.
Thank you friend! Glad you enjoyed it! 😁
Good info, thanks! I've been drinking mezcal for years ever since my first bottle of cusan de rojo many years ago. Never did any official research other than "field work"!
Oh awesome! Glad I could help!
I bought a bottle of El Famoso mezcal in Mexico last year and it is amazing. Just bought a bottle of Bozal. Also loving it.
Never heard of El Famoso but I've heard some incredible things about Bozal but haven't quite tried it yet. It's gotten some very glowing reviews from the people I've spoken to. And will definitely have to give it a shot soon
Thanks for talking about mezcal. I’m from Oaxaca la capital del mezcal I’m from San Juan del Río Oaxaca maybe you can visit one day to try the best mezcal that is made there 👍🏼
I would love to visit! I need to go to Oaxaca and try some truly great Mezcals! 😁
Just getting into mezcal, usually a whiskey (bourbon) drinker, and this gave me all the info I wanted thank you!
You're so welcome! Happy you enjoyed it!
Yes, please do a separate video for the two.
I actually already have! I made them shortly after posting this one! They're on my channel
would love some Tequila and mezcal videos whit deepers knowledge! Saludos from Europe!
Hey there! Thank you so much for letting me know! I will definitely make a few videos going a bit deeper into both Tequila and Mezcal.
Thank you for the suggestion! Cheers 😁🍻
Thanks a lot for the info. I am still missing a Meszcal in my Homebar, since in Europe that is so expensive, and I was thinking it is about the same as a Tequila, which in turn I used in the cocktails when in fact I should have used an Meszcal. I will get a bottle now.
Excellent explanation, congratulations on the education of spirits. I would like to share my knowledge with you.
Thank you friend! I'm glad you enjoyed it. And I'd love to chat about spirits with you!
@@Lui_Fern nice! how can i chat with you to introduce my self ? its an honor talk about spirits.
Good video !
Thank you my friend!! 😁😁 So happy you enjoyed this one. I'm really proud of it
Thank you for this amazingly informative video! I have gone from drinking Casamigo's Tequila to instead, drinking some of the Tequila's and now Mezcals which you have reviewed and I am far better off for it, both in the tastings but also in the wallet!!! Peace and namaste.
Finally I found a man can explain what is mezcal!! Nice explanation dude!! By the way there are around of 270 different agaves on Mexico!!
Thank you my friend! I'm glad you enjoyed the video and that's crazy! That's so many varieties! Can all of them be used to make mezcal?
@@Lui_Fern As far as I know only about 40 species of agaves could be mezcal but I think we could experiment with the rest of them
Good Video :)
Thank you friend!
I enjoy both Tequila and Mezcal. What I really enjoy about mezcal is the smooth smokiness always pairs with a fine cigar.
Thanks Lui! Great job! I much prefer Mezcal to Tequila, in fact i like Mexcals that have goofy cartoon labels such as Dos Gusanos or Gusano Rojo! They're great and inexpensive! I'm sharing this video with my less-informed friends, and I just subscribed, Yes, a video focusing on certain Mezcals would be great!
Thank you very much my friend! So happy you enjoyed this video. I have made a few videos on Mezcal and Mezcal cocktails since this one published. And thank you so much for sharing!!
@@Lui_Fern Excellent presentation. I discovered Mezcal a year ago, and my search for next best Mezcal led me to Sotol - Made from a cousin of Agave plant in the Texas Dessert. Try it (Especially the aged Sotol), and prepare to be blown away.
@@mrfinesse thank you very much! I'm glad you enjoyed it! Sotol is also a favorite of mine! Such a great spirit as well! 😁
I drank Mezcal 30yrs ago in Nogales Sonora and we sipped it with dinner 🍽️! Delicious 😋🤤❤️
Excellent
Thank you Richie! I appreciate that 😁
Would love to learn more about the aging processes of tequila :)
Thank you for the suggestion!! I had planned on doing a deep dive into Tequila as well so I will definitely include that 😁
I have tried over 100 tequila brands this past couple of years, and 10 or so mezcals. I'm new to mezcals, and still looking for that best brand. I like Don julio extra anejo and LOVE dynastia real
My favorite brand of Mezcal right now is Los Vecinos del Campo. Their espadín is what I use for almost all of my mezcal cocktails at my bar.
Del Maguey is probably the most famous here in the U.S.
I also really enjoy Wahaka Mezcal
@@Lui_Fern thanks for the info! I reluctantly bought a bottle of reserva de la Familia yesterday.. it was a good choice.
@@jadfaris4119 oh interesting! I've never heard of that one before.
I hope you enjoy it!
Wow first time on your channel and wow very good info and I’m a scotch/whiskey person but I have been trying a lot of different tequila. What do you think about Mandala tequila have you tried it?
Hi there Johnny! Happy to see you here on my channel! I'm glad you enjoyed the video.
I unfortunately haven't tried Mandala tequila myself! I've never heard of it. Did you like it?
@@Lui_Fern wow thanx for the response I just subscribe to your channel and now I haven’t try it yet it’s a bit hard to get here in CT
@@johnnysouza8925 ahhh I see. That's great! Thank you so much. And CT, nice! Not too far from where I'm at.
I do have a few recommendations for tequila if you'd like, Olmeca Altos is a decent Blanco tequila. At my bar we started using Tromba as well actually and both of those are pretty good!
One of my personal favorites is Partida, and who could forget Fortaleza. Fortaleza is widely regarded as one of the best tequilas on the market. A little pricier but well worth it!
@@Lui_Fern thank you for the recommendations I see if I find them here
@@johnnysouza8925 you're very welcome!!
Pulque dates back to the Olmecs. Spanish might have introduced distillation to that region, however, the fermentation of agave was happening there long before the Spanish.
Can you review if you haven't already the Venezuelan version of tequila called Cocuy very similar plant and it's similarly distilled. Thanks
Dear Lui, since I'm producing homemade raisin spirit for self consume and to sell as well, I'm very interested to produce mezcal and more, growing my own agave in field and producing mezcal.
I'm from Iran in middle east, where the whether is likely Mexico. I want to know is it possible to make native Mexican Agave for Iran?
Hi there My friend! I really appreciate you reaching out and sharing this! unfortunately i really dont think im the right person to be answering this. I love drinking tequila and mezcal but i have very little knowledge on actually growing agave and distilling it. I do apologize as i wish i could be of more help but unfortunately I cant really say!
I wish you luck and hope you find the answer you are looking for.
Have you tried Sotol, that’s great stuff too. Also Durango has some good mezcal with a scorpion 🦂 in it.
Yes! I love sotol! I've actually made a whole video on it a few months back!
@@Lui_Fern awesome I’ll have to check it out, happy drinking my friend 🤘🏼
@@Hikingalliance please do! 😁😁 Happy drinking!
Nitromethane.
Mezcal is "my drink." It is actually hard to find. I always get a funny look when I ask for it. At home I drink Lajuita, which is the best I can find at a somewhat reasonable price. I wish it was a bit more smoky.
Mezcal is my favorite spirit to drink too! So delicious and i love the smokiness
The siete mysterios mezcal is the best thing I've ever tasted. After drinking that, I don't think I could ever go back to anything else.
I've never had that one. I'll have to keep an eye out for it!
At last count there were over 240 species, varieties of Agave and counting. I think everyone should give Mezcal a try before they croak, as it is such a departure from Tequila. Did you know that the most popular spirit drink in Mexico is not Tequila or Mezcal, but Rum, usually homemade Rum.
What do you think about wahaca brand mescal?
I'm drinking the casamigos mezcal in the grey bottle, my first thoughts were it reminds me strongly of a very peaty scotch like a Laphroaig quarter cask. Must say it's damn good stuff
I'm wondering if I'm making a mistake but I thought there were over 250 varieties of agave but not sure if they are variations of the 30 varieties? Good description just wanted to clarify that because I swear I read that somewhere. I was trying to find some agave varieties that grow in my climate. I'd have to make mezcal in my climate because blue weber doesn't grow here. I found a 7 year maturing variety that grows here so that's kinda cool. So once I am more established and build a new house by that time I'll have some agave to pit roast in the ground. Thinking maybe plant enough plants for 5 or 10 gallon batch and then just make it tradition to plant the same amount of plants each year so I always have a mature row of agave. oh yeah I"m a DIY MANIAC Lui! lol
There are over 200 kinds but from all the research I've done there are 30 varieties used for making mezcal. But yeah! Definitely look and see what you can find!
How many agave plants/pinas does it take to make one bottle of mezcal/tequila?
What do you know about Bacanora. I hear it’s good stuff
I like it quite a lot and am working on a video on it actually haha. It's very different from other agave spirits but quite tasty. I only have one bottle now but am hoping to get a 2nd one to compare
When I was a kid, there was a mezcal seller who came around from house to house with a big container of mezcal strapped to a donkey. You’d go out there with your own cup and buy some. The milk man sold milk the same way. Tried the mezcal once and hated it. Love tequila though. Also, back then the mezcal was not clear, it was kinda cloudy, or milky, if you will.
love tequila made me a super alcoholic! oh btw in hawaii that cooking hole is called an imu everyone should try it makes so much good food we made turkey in one for thanksgiving its awesome
After having mezcal i prefer it over tequila and i still love tequila.
Yes! You're a smart man! I totally agree with you. Mezcal is my favorite
Can we make a tequila like without agave plant?
I don't believe so. I think by law it needs to be made with agave
Hi Brother cool channel, what do you call distilled pulque
Thanks my friend, glad you think so!
so I feel like this is a trick question but I'd call it Mezcal.
@@Lui_Fern no not a trick question, reason for asking is, I have a few Agave Amercana plants growing near my house, and the methode I saw of them harvesting the juice from the plant instead of chopping down and only using the Pina, made me think it is something different, cant find a clear answer on line tons of mixed info, then came across your channel and found your info very interesting.
So to get the the point, I will like to only harvest the juice ferment it and then distill it so dont want to call it something it is not.
PS, I have subed awesome channel 😎
Hahaha ahhhhh I see!! Sorry for being skeptical! I appreciate you taking the time and asking haha and thank you subbing and enjoying the channel! That makes me so happy 😁
You know that's a fascinating idea and one I have never heard of. My gut reaction would be that I guess it wouldn't be a mezcal because it doesn't fit the criteria. But then again what else would you call it?
I wonder if anyone else out there has thought or tried to do the same as you. I'd be super interested because that could open up a whole world of possibilities.
You havent been able to find anything out there?
I'll take a look as well and if I find something I'll let you know!
@@Lui_Fern Thanks you for the reply.
Brother it is crazy to find info, not easy especially not being able to understand the language.
If you can get some more info please do.
My mail is bleykauf@gmail.com
Thank you once again.
You got it! I'll definitely keep an eye out and let you know!! 😁
Can you please do a video on Sotol?
I have done one! It was quite a while ago but i have done one!
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@@Lui_Fern Sweet! I will check it out! thanks!
@@lawrencespies8674 nah thank you! Happy you're enjoying the videos 😁
Mezcal is amazing!!!
The best!!
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You're so welcome!n
Where can I get that apron?
I got it on Amazon!
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Uncertified Agave spirits are what I seek the most.
Any brands to look out for?
Ambos son la mera Riata, de México para el mundo.
I knew about the geographical difference (Jalisco) but I was always under the impression that Mezcal was like a bootleg Tequila. Until this video.
I've had mezcals before but I think I want to re try with this knowledge.
Oh good! I'm so happy to hear that you were able to take some good knowledge from this video! 😁🙏
Mezcal is way better than tequila. Tequila is just a marketing term big corporations use.
I always viewed it like Sparkling Wine or Champagne. Tequila is basically the champagne version and mezcal is everything else that's basically the same thing but not from that specific named thing.
Mezcal actually predates Tequila, and tastes better IMO. If you really want to try another even older drink made from agave, try Pulque. Pulque was being made and consumed WAY before the Spanish came to what is now Mexico.
400 conejos, Aleron, ojo de tigre, These are some of the best mezcal for beginners. The best mezcal of 2020 carreño ensable 7
Thank you for the recommendations! Those are good shouts
Can you address the worm in the bottle thing? I’ve heard mixed things about it.
Absolutely! I have also heard mixed things about it as well and I am currently doing research on it for a Follow up video to this one speaking specifically about Mezcal. I want to make sure I am as accurate as possible on the follow up video to this one.
Look in to pulque the ancient fermented agave beverage
Who’s here in 2024 and snickering at lunazul and el jimador 😆 Lou has come a long way. Would hate to see what tequilas I was drinking 3-4 years ago 😳😳
It's incredible how much you can learn in just a few short years 😁
So tequila and mezcal are signature liquors of the states of Jalisco and Oaxaca, are there other Mexican liquors that are state specialties?
I just tried agave wine and it’s the other other spirits lol great for margaritas
Tequila is a type of mezcal, the difference is that tequila has to be made with blue weber agave.
Also tequila at the start was considered as a drink for the poor, when tequila had (and still has) a lot of popularity, mezcal was then considered the cheaper option, until recently when it begun to have a lot more popularity.
Mescal is better than tequila anytime because the original tequila was made many years ago but it came the industrialization and tequila stepped up the to it as well and is prosed different than mescal the streaming part primarily and is water down as well lol. Good video.
Trend. This too shall pass
I learned in Mexico City how to actually drink Mezcal.. you sip on it, you dont drink it like a shot.
In my opinion, mezcal is better to drink when you mix it with a Soda while making carne asada while tequila can be both mixed or drank straight
I think bourbon now can be called bourbon in every each part of America.. but it supposed to have 51% of corn in it.. correct me if I am wrong
1.5oz tequila,
.5 oz mezcal
.25 oz agave syrup
few dashes of choclate bitters,
few dashes of aromatic bitters.
HELL of a drink
Love Del Maguey Mezcal Chichicapa Espadin.
I got a bottle on a whim, was not prepared for how smokey it is, compared to tequila almost tastes like barbecue sauce.
Mezcal and Tequila used to be the bottom of the Barrel spirit. I remember 5 $ bottles.
We're is the Worm?
You wear the coolest bartending aprons 🤟🏼
I suppose you've had the Pechugas by now?
Surprisingly i still have not gotten my hands on any pechugas! I really really need to!
Love mezcal
Me too! It's the spirit i drink the most of and the one I enjoy the most. Most nights after closing I'll sip mezcal
@@Lui_Fern my gf had nightmares about tequila because college. I introduced her to mezcal and now she loves it.
What’s the name of your restaurant? & can you do a high scale tequila review ?
So my Restaurants name is Labaredas Brazilian BBQ & Bar and it's located in Marlborough, MA.
And just so I understand what do you mean high scale tequila review? Most expensive?
I would love to do something like that haha would just need to get the bottles
@@Lui_Fern not necessarily most expensive, but higher quality. Such as clase azul, Fortaleza, 1942 etc.
@@jordanespinoza5847 ahhh very good idea!! Love it 😁 j will most certainly look into it.
@@jordanespinoza5847 Clase Azul is the best tequila I have ever tasted. And the bottles are beautiful.