Mezcal is similar to wine as the plants have many different flavors.  Before the harvest special rituals are followed to give back to the land as a way to say thank you.  My evening was spent tasting three Mezcals from Mexico with a Spanish translator and we learned their specific techniques to experience all the nuances a Mezcal can offer.  

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