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Oaxaca is the only place on earth where it’s possible to taste the true depth and diversity of mezcal. Here’s how to make the most of it in just 48…

We asked 15 of America's best bartenders to submit their finest recipe for the Margarita—then blind-tasted them all to find the best of the best.

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The growers and distillers determined to make great mezcal—in California.

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Sarah Morrissey's answer to the spicy Margarita.

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In her spin on an Old-Fashioned Sarah Morrissey opts for the smoky hint of mezcal alongside overproof bourbon as the base.

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Thad Vogler learns that to truly understand mezcal, you have to surrender to it.

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This mezcal- and Cognac-based spin on the Manhattan takes its name from the year of the Mexican Revolution.

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The top vote-getters from our series of spirit tastings this year.

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A crash course in affordable mezcal for sipping, and the five bottles under $50 that topped our recent blind tasting.

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This mezcal spin on the Trinidad Sour that calls for a full half-ounce of Angostura bitters.

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