Mexican Wine/Liquor
José Miguel Jáuregui Wins Mexico’s National Sommelier Competition
On a day that brought together some of the country’s most prominent professionals and coincided with the celebration of International Sommelier Day, the Asociación de Sommeliers Mexicanos (ASM) held the grand finale of the 2026 National Sommelier Com
Jun 17, 2026
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This is Our Home: The Casa Dragones Tequila Story
In the heart of San Miguel de Allende, behind the iconic blue facade of Casa Dragones, sommelier Sandra Fernández welcomed us with the warmth of someone opening the doors to her own home. Her voice—serene yet passionate—served as the thread weaving t
Jun 16, 2026
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Sommelier Masterclass in Guanajuato
Attendees at the International Day of the Sommelier celebration on June 3 in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, got a bonus: a sommelier masterclass led by a bevy of Mexican wine experts.
Jun 16, 2026
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Global Wine Consumption: Mexico Roundtable Tackles Challenges and Opportunities for the Future
In a landscape where the wine industry is undergoing profound changes, seven experts gathered on a panel during the International Day of the Sommelier celebration on June 3 in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. The panel agreed that the real challenge li
Jun 14, 2026
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Tamaulipas, the Best-kept Secret of Mexico’s Agave World
In the highest reaches of the Sierra Madre Oriental grows an agave little known even to many Mexicans. It is called Agave montana, and its presence is limited to a few select regions. Tamaulipas is one of them.
Jun 14, 2026
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International Pirate and Rum Festival; Campeche Opens Its Walls to the Flavors of the Sea and the Past
San Francisco de Campeche, November 2026. Amid centuries-old walls and streets that still echo with the sounds of privateers and galleons, Mexico’s walled city prepares to host a festival that promises to be more than just an event: a sensory journey
Jun 13, 2026
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‘Choose Mexican Wine’ Campaign Launched
Recognition of the quality of Mexican wine has been growing, and now the Mexican Ministry of Economy is working to expand that recognition with a new campaign: Choose Mexican Wine: Our Flavor in Every Glass. The campaign was officially launched with
Jun 13, 2026
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Meet Francisco Olachea: Mexican Spirits Expert Who Started with Beer
Nearly every young man loves beer, of course. But not many use beer to focus their career. That’s exactly what Francisco Juventino Olachea Martínez, a native of Colima, Mexico, did.
Jun 2, 2026
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Flamenco, Wine, and Lusitano Horses: First Real Vendimia Flamenco-Ibérica Event Scheduled for July
The grape harvest season in Querétaro continues to evolve, and with it come new initiatives that expand the state’s wine tourism experience with fresh narratives, aesthetics, and ways to celebrate wine. This year, Viñedos El Sueño contributes to the
Jun 1, 2026
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Lulú Martínez: What Matters in the Vineyard is the Emotion, the Tension, and the Elegance
Some people enter the world of wine for academic reasons or for status, while others are already part of it purely by instinct, even if they don’t yet have the technical knowledge to explain it. In the case of María de Lourdes Martínez Ojeda, wine di
May 22, 2026
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Mexican Wine Industry Meets Next Week
In a country where culinary tradition is deeply rooted in gathering, conversation, and celebration, Mexican wine is beginning to establish itself not only as a quality product but also as a cultural, economic, and tourism-driven force with its own di
May 19, 2026
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Viñedos San Miguel: Identity, Terroir, and a Long-Term Vision
In the world of wine, time is often measured in decades, though sometimes in centuries. That is why it is particularly significant when a young project manages to establish itself quickly without losing depth. Such is the case with Viñedos San Miguel
May 7, 2026
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Mundo Mezcal Returns to Mexico City in October
Interested in learning about the agave industry from within its home territory? Then consider attending Mundo Mezcal on October 16-18 at the Gardens of the Campo Marte Restaurant in Mexico City. This will be the second edition of the event, which dre
Apr 28, 2026
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50th International Art, Cheese, and Wine Festival Starts May 7
More than 200,000 people are expected to crowd the streets of Tequisquiapan, a “Pueblo Magico” in the Mexican state of Querétaro, starting May 7 for the 50th edition of the International Art, Cheese, and Wine Festival.
Apr 28, 2026
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Building a Platform: An All-Mexican Wine List at Chicago’s Matilda
Mexican wines are trending, and some restaurants are ahead of the trend. One is Matilda, a Mexican-Peruvian fusion restaurant in Chicago's River North neighborhood that is part of the hospitality group Éxodo. The wine list at Matilda exclusively feat
Apr 15, 2026
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Finca Robles: The Time of Mezcal, Between Heritage and Choice
In Sola de Vega, time does not pass; it matures. It seeps into the earth, is stored in the agave leaves, and eventually reveals itself in the glass. Here, mezcal is neither a recent industry nor an exportable fad. It is an ancient language. And in th
Apr 7, 2026
11:09 AM
A Tasting Experience That Begins When the Lights Go Out
A shared table, open beers, voices mingling without formality. We are inside Hoppy Cat, an artisanal beer bar in Mexico City. Outside, the city goes about its business; inside, something different begins to take shape. It’s not an interview; it’s a m
Apr 3, 2026
11:12 AM
Señora Fuego, the mezcal that crosses borders
Some names are born of intuition, while others are crafted as a statement of principles; Señora Fuego belongs to the latter category—a mezcal brand born from a story of migration, personal discovery, and a deep respect for Oaxacan tradition. Its crea
Mar 31, 2026
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Viñedos Azteca: 15 Years of Perseverance, Expertise, and Character in Querétaro Wine
In the heart of Querétaro’s wine region, Viñedos Azteca has built its identity through patience, discipline, and a clear conviction from the very beginning: to produce quality wines rather than quantity.
Mar 30, 2026
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International Sommelier Day Means More This Year
International Sommelier Day 2026, June 3, will mark a turning point for Mexico’s food and wine community. For the Asociación de Sommeliers Mexicanos A.C. (ASM), this year’s celebration not only honors the profession but will also serve as the venue f
Mar 26, 2026
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Amid Gardens, Beer, and Rock Music: Beer Fest 2026
Looking for a business-related excuse to visit Mexico this spring? If you feature Mexican beer in your restaurant, a visit to Beer Fest 2026, to be held on May 1 and 2 at Jardines de México in Morelos, may be worth the trip. It promises to be an expe
Mar 26, 2026
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Altos Norte Winery: The audacity of planting vines in corn country
In the heart of the Altos de Jalisco region, where corn was historically grown to feed livestock, vines are now sprouting that tell a different story. Altos Norte Vinícola is the first vineyard and winery in Jalisco to be certified organic in Mexico
Mar 8, 2026
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Mosquito Runner Receives medal at the Spirits Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2025
Mosquito Runner was awarded a silver medal at the prestigious Spirits Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles, one of the most important international competitions in the world of spirits.
Mar 8, 2026
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The Heroine of Querétaro’s Terroir: Dr. María de la Soledad del Río Álvarez
All good wine has “terroir,” the unique combination of regional environmental factors that influence the wine’s flavor, character and quality. Wines produced from grapes grown in well-known regions, such as La Rioja in Spain and Bordeaux in France, h
Mar 4, 2026
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Fermente Fest 2026 Highlights Natural Mexican Wine, Fermented Spirits
On March 28, 2026, the iconic Foro El Obraje will once again beat to the rhythm of wild yeasts. In the heart of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, the fourth edition of Fermente Fest will put the spotlight on natural wines and fermented spirits made with
Mar 3, 2026
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New Competition will Honor Cider, Perry
For the first time in Mexico, cider and perry have their own specialized platform. Copa Kallisti 2026 is the first national competition dedicated exclusively to cider, perry (pear cider), and their derivatives, with the aim of promoting their culture
Feb 26, 2026
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What Are the Best Wines, Beers and Spirits from Mexico? Check Them Out!
Are you wondering what great liquor is coming out of Mexico these days? You can learn about the best Mexican wine, beer and spirits by paying attention to the Mexico Selection by CMB, a competition that awards silver, gold and “Grand Gold” medals to
Feb 19, 2026
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Who Has the Best Mexican Wine List? El Mural de los Poblanos in Puebla, Mexico
El Mural de los Poblanos, an iconic restaurant in the capital of Puebla, Mexico, was honored for its outstanding selection of national wines in the Best Mexican Wine List program by the Guía México Gastronómico 2026. The award is sponsored by the Con
Feb 12, 2026
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Hand-out Sotol Romo
Spotlight on Sotol: New Product Launched Super Bowl Week
The spotlight shone on what experts have called the third pillar of Mexican spirits when Sotol Romo launched last week as part of Super Bowl Week festivities in San Francisco.
Feb 9, 2026
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Mexican Wineries Unite at Banorte Nación de Vinos 2026
More than 4,000 people and 85 wineries participated in Banorte Nación de Vinos 2026 on January 28 and 29 at Campo Marte in Mexico City. The seventh edition of this annual event brought together winemakers, producers, sommeliers, restaurants, and cock
Feb 6, 2026
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Tequila 101: Culture, Identity, and Truth in a Glass
Alfredo Espinola, a regular contributor to el Restaurante magazine who lives in Mexico City, recently had the pleasure of speaking with Magdalena Aguilar Gonzaléz, a businesswoman from Nayarit and passionate promoter of authentic tequila. During the
Jan 28, 2026
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Mezcal Sabrá Dios: The story of a young woman who decided to take her future into her own hands
As soon as she sits down in front of me, Camila Ramírez Velázquez tucks a strand of hair behind her ear. She breathes softly, like someone who knows that what she is about to say speaks not only of her work, but of her life. Her story begins long bef
Jan 13, 2026
7:22 AM
Tequila El Sagrado: when the legacy lives on
In Amatitan Jalisco, the historic birthplace of tequila, the land holds memories. Among ancient caves, masonry ovens, and agaves that patiently reach maturity, Tequila El Sagrado is born, a family project that seeks not speed or volume, but meaning.
Dec 19, 2025
10:08 AM
Maguey Dorado: 22-Year-Old Leads Family Mezcaleria
At times, when Cynthia Belén Robles Ramos talks about Maguey Dorado, her voice becomes a soft echo of three generations who have lived with the aroma of cooked agave. At 22 years old, with a determination that seems to defy her age, she heads an arti
Dec 12, 2025
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Sommelier Georgina Estrada Earns Women of Mexico Award 2025
Georgina Estrada, president of the Mexican Sommelier Association (ASM), has been recognized with the Women of Mexico Award 2025 by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles.
Dec 9, 2025
5:27 PM
Alma de Cruz: the rebirth of pulque in a distilled spirit steeped in history
In the heart of the State of Mexico, among maguey plants that open like green crowns toward the sun, Susana González Moreno decided to revive a family tradition that had been dormant between memory and the countryside. Founder of Hacienda de las Verd
Dec 2, 2025
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Chihuahua Celebrates Mexican Wine: 9th Mexico Selection by CMB Held in November
The 9th edition of Mexico Selection by CMB, presented by Audi, once again ignited the heart of Mexican wine from November 17 to 21 in Chihuahua. This time, the city opened its doors to 40 international judges from nine countries to discover the talen
Dec 2, 2025
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Q&A: Guerrero Mezcal Leader Secured Funds for Guild
We arrived at our conversation with Beatriz Vanessa Valenzo Campos with the clear impression that we were in the presence of a woman who embodies the strength, memory, and struggle of Guerrero mezcal. President of the Guerrero Chapter of the Associat
Nov 21, 2025
11:06 AM
Good Rum From Mexico? Yes, Casa Cannavera Proves It
There are a number of quality makers of rum in Mexico, but the idea persists that rum takes a back seat to tequila and mezcal in that country. Among the companies that is changing that idea is Ron Cannavera, located in Campeche, in southeastern Mexic
Nov 20, 2025
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San José Lavista, Where Wine and Architecture Tell the Same Story
In the heart of San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, between stone walls and skies tinged with ochre at sunset, stands San José Lavista, a vineyard that has managed to combine three passions: architecture, wine, and hospitality. Fifteen years after its
Oct 24, 2025
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