A traditional spirit of Mexico, mezcal is known for its centuries of rich history and distinct set of artisanal techniques that have been passed down for generations. But recently, the once-local spirit has seen an astronomic boom in popularity in the U.S., going from a niche pursuit to a widely used cocktail ingredient. The spirit even found its way into beloved modern classics like the Naked and Famous, Division Bell, and Oaxaca Old Fashioned. Though mezcal’s newfound fame is great for fa...| VinePair
When Fabiola Santiago was born, Oaxaca’s mezcal industry was in trouble. For decades—centuries even—her ancestors had worked with agave, planting, harvesting, and producing the traditional spirit in Santiago, Matatlán, the so-called “world capital of mezcal.” It wasn’t just a job; it was an essential part of their heritage and identity as members of the Indigenous Zapotec community. --- But in the 1980s, an agave shortage, combined with increasing demand for tequila (and other lo...| 7x7 Bay Area
These blueberry cheesecake kefir popsicles are healthy, full of probiotics and incredibly delicious! They’re a perfect refreshment for a warm summer day. Sweltering does not even describe the type of summer we’ve had this year. We went from a cold, damp spring and jumped head first into summer with hot weather and near record humidity […] The post Blueberry Cheesecake Kefir Popsicle appeared first on WholeMade Homestead.| WholeMade Homestead
For the past decade, tequila has been on an absolute tear in the United States. In 2017, there were just six brands selling over 1 million cases per year in the U.S. Last year, there were over a dozen. But according to new data from The Spirits Business (TSB), agave spirits sales could be slowing down. While tequila is still growing in the U.S. — it was one of only two spirits categories to improve in the U.S. in 2024 — its margin of growth last year was much smaller than in years past.| VinePair
Indulge in a delightful treat with the Cotton Candy Margarita a playful twist on the classic recipe that combines a delicious cotton candy. What is a Cotton Candy Margarita? This… The post Cotton Candy Margarita appeared first on Mixop.| Mixop
This Healthy Boozy Orange Pound Cake is moist, sweet, and packed with orange flavor. You'd never know it's low sugar, high protein, and 100% whole grain!| Desserts With Benefits
