Top 10 Mezcal Brands Defining Mexico's Artisanal Agave Renaissance

Mezcal is having a moment — and Mexico's small-batch distillers are leading it. From the wild papalote agaves of Guerrero to the high-volume Oaxacan palenques, these are the ten brands every serious agave drinker should know. In this list you'll find: • The benchmark single-village mezcal (Del Maguey, Real Minero) • The most food-friendly bottle under $40 (Banhez) • The brand that took mezcal mainstream (El Silencio) • The wild-card guerrilla mezcal nobody has on their shelf (Putaparió) Vote for your favorite at the bottom, and share with the mezcal lover in your life.