Mexican Wine/Liquor
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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Kuxtal Mezcal, the Heart that Distills Life
In a corner of Oaxaca, a family has turned the art of mezcal into a legacy that spans generations. Between the earth, water, and spirit, Cristina Flores and master mezcal maker Lázaro Cárdenas keep alive the essence of Kuxtal, a Mayan word meaning “L
Oct 24, 2025
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Innovating From the Ground Up: Flor María Velázquez's Mezcal Vision
From the mountains of Oaxaca, Flor de María Velázquez Mijangos challenged a male-dominated world to turn Yuu Baal into a worthy representative of Mexican artisanal mezcal. Today, at the helm of the Asociación de Maguey y Mezcal Artesanal (AMMA), her
Oct 23, 2025
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Agave Conquers the Jardines de Campo Marte
A few weeks after its first edition, Mundo Mezcal ended its journey of experiences on a high note at Casa Pepe in Mexico City, a space that has become a symbol of Mexico's hospitable and cultural spirit.
Oct 13, 2025
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5th Queretaro Wine Festival on October 17-19
In the heart of Querétaro, where autumn days are tinged with gold and the air carries a hint of ripe grapes, wine once again becomes a reason to gather from October 17 to 19 at the Plaza Gran Cue in the municipality of Corregidora, which will be tra
Oct 9, 2025
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Bacanora: The dream of an immigrant who wants to share a forgotten treasure
Rubén Rafael López Hernández was born in Ciudad Obregón, Sonora. His life took a turn at the age of four when his family emigrated to the United States in search of a better future. He grew up there, far from the land where he was born and, paradoxic
Oct 4, 2025
11:06 AM
Penca Larga: The rebirth of bottled pulque
When Humberto Núñez Salas talks about Penca Larga, his voice conveys a mixture of pride, determination, and faith that only accompanies those who have fought to blaze a trail in uncharted territory. “I am one of the brand's partners, along with Alexi
Oct 4, 2025
10:30 AM
Professionalism is Focus of First International Congress of Agave Pros
At a historic moment for the tequila industry, the First International Congress of Agave Distillate Technicians, Masters, and Producers was held September 11-12 in Arandas, Jalisco. This unprecedented gathering sought to consolidate the professionali
Oct 3, 2025
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Mexican Wine Week 2025 Underway
The Mexican wine industry is celebrating its successes from today until October 12. The celebration seeks to give greater visibility to an industry that, in addition to generating cultural identity, represents an economic and social engine for thousa
Sep 30, 2025
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From the desk to the terroir: Manuel Ignacio Negrete's journey to the heart of Mexican wine.
In a country where wine culture is still seeking to establish itself among the traditions of agave and barley, Manuel Negrete's story stands out as a testament to vocation, transformation, and vision.
Sep 17, 2025
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Meyoloctli: The spirit of the maguey that blooms in Hidalgo
“My name is Rita, and this project was born from my family,” begins Rita Fernanda Fernández López, creator of Jardín de Mayahue and the Meyoloctli brand. Her story is deeply linked to the maguey pulquero, a plant that not only feeds but also inspire
Sep 17, 2025
4:57 PM
Mil Tiempos: mezcal that honors the memory of the land
In San Dionisio Ocotepec, Oaxaca, the earth opens up to give life to agave and at the same time preserve the memory of those who have worked it for generations. From this silent dialogue between nature and tradition, Mezcal Mil Tiempos was born, a pr
Sep 17, 2025
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At the Bar: The Rebirth of Pulque
Pulque has been called by many names: neutle, tlachicotón, cara blanca, babade oso, baba de los dioses. Each name resonates with the history of a drink that has accompanied Mexico since pre-Hispanic times — one that today seeks to regain the place th
Sep 10, 2025
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Digital Issues Welcome to the September/October 2025 Edition of el Restaurante!
New Geographical Indication for Aguamiel de Hidalgo
Aguamiel de Hidalgo now has a new seal of identity. The Mexican Institute of Industrial Property (IMPI) has granted the Geographical Indication (GI) designation to six regions of the Mexican state of Hidalgo where, since ancient times, this sweet and
Sep 9, 2025
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Sierra Norte: The Whiskey Born Among Cornfields and Oaxacan Mountains
Just five minutes from the bustling Oaxaca airport, the air changes. Concrete gives way to adobe, the pace slows down, and the aromas of damp earth, firewood, and cooked grain begin to envelop the senses. In San Agustín de las Juntas, a small communi
Sep 2, 2025
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Maíz Nation: The soul of Mexican whiskey is born in Oaxaca.
Deep in the heart of Oaxaca, where mountains guard ancient secrets and corn grows as a symbol of identity, a silent revolution is fermenting in oak barrels. Its name, Maíz Nation, is a distillery that not only produces whiskey but also honors a herit
Aug 20, 2025
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The Liquid Legacy of a Master: Jorge Martínez Cano and the Alchemy of Tequila
In the world of tequila, where tradition, science, and national pride are distilled into every drop, there are names that not only produce but transform. One of them is that of master Jorge Martínez Cano, a key figure in the modern history of this dr
Aug 13, 2025
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Elizabeth Rojas and the New Era of Mexican Wine
Some stories develop slowly, like wine. One such story is that of Elizabeth Rojas Martínez, new director of the Mexican Wine Council (CMV), a woman whose passion for the land and wine has become her professional compass.
Aug 13, 2025
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Morelos Reclaims its Mezcal Heritage: 23 Municipalities Obtain Designation of Origin
After years of struggle, agave and mezcal producers in Morelos finally see a long-awaited dream come true: the recovery of the Mezcal Designation of Origin for 23 municipalities in the state.
Aug 6, 2025
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Sandra Fernández Gaytán: The Structured Soul of Mexican Wine
In the world of Mexican wine, there is a figure who, rather than simply navigating between glasses and labels, has carved out a legacy with surgical precision, unwavering passion, and long-term vision. Her name is Sandra Fernández Gaytán, and behind
Aug 6, 2025
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Mundo Mezcal: November Festival to Highlight Mexican Spirit
In the land of agave, amid smoky aromas and ancestral tales, a new collaboration is born: Mundo Mezcal, a festival that pays tribute not only to a drink, but to an entire cultural universe woven together by artisan hands, Mexican soil, and community
Aug 3, 2025
4:42 PM
Kristalov: the art of drinking from the right glass
In the world of wine and spirits, every detail matters. From the origin of the grape or agave to the way the final product is served, every link in the chain builds an experience. In this universe of nuances and subtleties, Kristalov, a Mexican compa
Aug 3, 2025
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Yolanda Ruiz: the feminine soul of mezcal
In the rugged landscapes where maguey reigns and the sun melts into the earth, a voice that was once a whisper can now be heard: the voice of the women of mezcal. It has not been an easy journey, but today, thanks to their determination, passion, and
Jul 31, 2025
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Q&A: Casa Pochteca Tequila is a Family Affair
Our representative in Mexico City, Alfredo Espinola, had the pleasure of talking to Silvia Martínez Pérez, co-founder of Casa Pochteca, and current president of the Women of Tequila Association. She received an award for her professional and business
Jul 28, 2025
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Jalisco to Host First International Congress of Agave Distillate Technicians, Masters, and Producers
On September 11 and 12, Jalisco will open its doors to an unprecedented gathering that could mark a turning point in the history of the agave industry: the First International Congress of Agave Distillate Technicians, Masters, and Producers.
Jul 23, 2025
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Women of Tequila: Visibility and Leadership in a Traditionally Male-Dominated Industry
Historically, the tequila industry has been dominated by men; however, women have now taken center stage. An example of this is the work carried out by the Asociación Mujeres del Tequila (Women of Tequila Association), chaired by Silvia Martínez Pére
Jul 15, 2025
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Corn, Soul, and Fire: Mexican Whiskey is Trending
Few people think of whiskey when they think of spirits from Mexico, but distillers in the land of tequila and mezcal are now producing whiskey of high enough quality that bartenders at Mexican restaurants in the United States are adding it to their c
Jul 9, 2025
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Digital Issues Welcome to the July/August 2025 edition of el Restaurante!
San Juanito: Where family passion is served in every glass
In San Juanito, Querétaro, wine is not only drunk, it is listened to, stepped on, and honored as a story told sip by sip. Located in a challenging landscape with expansive clay soils, unpredictable rains, and untimely frosts, Bodega San Juanito, a 15
Jul 7, 2025
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A toast to excellence: this is how International Sommelier Day was celebrated in Mexico.
In the heart of Mexico City, amid sparkling glasses, intense aromas, and the passion of experts, the Asociación de Sommeliers Mexicanos (ASM) celebrated International Sommelier Day 2025 in style. The iconic Hotel Camino Real was transformed into a me
Jun 25, 2025
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Festival of San Juan: A sensory journey through vineyards and barrels
Along the roads of the Querétaro semi-desert, where the sun caresses the earth with golden intensity and the winds whisper among rows of vines, one of the most eagerly awaited festivals of the year is being prepared: the Festival of San Juan, which m
Jun 18, 2025
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Querétaro: The Land Where Wine Celebrates its Festival
Summer in Querétaro, Mexico is not only measured in degrees Celsius, but also in ripe bunches of grapes, clinking glasses, and dirt roads that smell of history and freshly picked grapes. From June to September, the most vibrant wine region in central
Jun 18, 2025
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Casa Náufrago: Youth, tradition, and flavor in the heart of Parras
In the fertile Parras Valley, Coahuila, a young winery is flourishing and beginning to make its mark on the Mexican wine scene. This is Casa Náufrago, a family project founded in 2017 that, with passion and dedication, seeks to honor the roots of Mex
Jun 3, 2025
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Q&A: Loving Mezcal From its Roots
Alfredo Espinola, el Restaurante’s representative in Mexico City, recently interviewed Karina Licona Ruiz, who is part of the Oaxaca chapter of the Women's Mezcal Association. She is also a member of the Organizing Committee of the 2025 Ancestral Roo
May 24, 2025
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Puerta del Lobo: Where wine is the very essence
In the heart of Querétaro's wine country, there is a place where wine is not just a drink, it is an experience, a way of life. Puerta del Lobo, a vineyard that defies the semi-desert climate of central Mexico, has managed to position itself as one of
May 24, 2025
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Chef Mota: "It’s Best to Pair Mexican Food with Mexican Wine"
Chef Luis Arce Mota, owner of La Contenta Oeste in New York City, is a pioneer in introducing Mexican wine to his customers. We interviewed him about two years ago (click here to read that article) and asked him recently to give us an update on the s
May 20, 2025
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Mexican Wine Tourism Focus of Agreement
As Mexican wines have grown in popularity, so has tourism focused on visits to Mexican vineyards and wineries. The value of that tourism has been acknowledged by a new collaboration agreement between the Mexican Ministry of Tourism (SECTUR) and the M
May 14, 2025
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At the Bar: 5 Ways to Add Sotol to Your Cocktail Menu
You already use tequila and mezcal in your cocktails, and probably several non-agave liquors, too. But have you considered sotol? Sotol is a distillate of the Dasylirion plant, also known as desert spoon, which grows in northern Mexico and parts of t
May 7, 2025
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Digital Issues Welcome to the May/June 2025 issue of el Restaurante!
“Vino Mexicano” and “Hecho en México” Initiatives Linked
Consumers of products from Mexico are well familiar with the “Hecho en Mexico” seal, and discerning wine patrons have realized that wine from Mexico is top quality. Now those concepts are united.
Apr 27, 2025
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Q&A with Ingeniera Luzma, Mezcal Pioneer
In this interview, we had the pleasure of talking with a leading figure in the mezcal industry, Luz María Saavedra Hernández, originally from Morelia, Michoacán, and an agronomist by profession with more than 25 years of experience in the world of me
Apr 25, 2025
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From the vineyard to the "cheers": the cluster that made Querétaro wine a common cause
In the heart of Mexico, Querétaro has established itself as one of the most dynamic and renowned centers of national wine production. This growth is not the result of chance, but rather the joint efforts of producers, academics, tourism promoters, an
Apr 22, 2025
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