Mezcal reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 213 Reddit reviews across 14 subreddits and 52 posts to rank the best Mezcal brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/Mezcal, r/cocktails, r/tequila, r/bristol, r/Seattle. Top-rated brands include Banhez (4.2/5), Del Maguey (4.5/5), Bozal (4.3/5).
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Reviews213
Subreddits14
Posts52
Brands95
Products5
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#1
Banhez
4.2
(23)
"Definitely second the Banhez ensamble for mixing."
"Top 3 (in order) mezcal for cocktails IMO: 1) Banhez Ensemble 2) Montelobos Espadin 3) Del Maguey Vida."
"Makes an awesome Naked and Famous!"
"Fantastic for cocktails."
"From Banhez and Bozal."
"Or bahnez."
"Banhez"
"A 3rd vote for Banhez."
"I agree from that list Banhez would be the clear choice for me."
"Banhez is my go to for mezcal cocktails."
#2
Del Maguey
4.5
(19)
"The Del Maguey Chichicapa would be a good choice as someone else recommended."
"Chichicapa makes an excellent Negroni AND sipper."
"I work in the industry and del maguey vida has been the staple mezcal for years."
"If you want to go more premium, Del Maguey's Chichicapa should work well as a replacement."
"Del Maguey Vida is the winner and also happens to be the only one available near me."
"Del Maguey Mescal Vida is excellent both for mixing and sipping!"
"Anything del maguey especially the vida."
"It's $70, but also a great sipper."
"The mezcal to reach for is Del Maguey's Chichicapa bottling."
"Can be had for high 50s."
#3
Bozal
4.3
(11)
"I have been really enjoying the Bozal options."
"It is by far my favorite “day to day” mezcal."
"IMO. Vida is a bit too smokey."
"From Banhez and Bozal."
"750mL of Bozal Cenizo for $43.99."
"Bozal Ensamble is quite good and widely available for $45-50."
"For mezcal, Bozal Ensamble, Vago Elote or Espadin..."
"Bozal is a favorite of mine."
"Great distillation method that makes for very complex mezcals."
"Are both good and fairly common."
#4
Derrumbes
4.4
(9)
"Probably the best bottle at that price point."
"Which is excellent for around that price."
"Derrumbes San Luis Potosí is great and unique for around the same price."
"Derrumbes expressions are amazing."
"San Luis Potosi from Derrumbes."
"That are pretty highly recommended."
"If you want a mezcal recommendation try Derrumbes San Luis Potosi mezcal. It's affordable at around $35-$40."
"I like those two brands because they bottle in all the states of Mexico."
"Try some steam cooked mezcal if you like the smooth tequila taste."
#5
Vago
4.3
(9)
"I’d say Vago is of very high quality."
"I would also recommend a Vago Ensamble if you can find one."
"All fit the bill."
"Some producers I like are Vago, 5 Sen"
"Vago is a safe bet, Macurichos, Rey Campero, Origen Raiz, La Medida."
"An espadin expression from readily available brands like Vago, Verde Momento, Alipus, Los Nahuales, Nuestra Soledad, Gracias a Dios, Montelobos, just to name a few."
"Vago Elote or Espadin, Rey Campero Espadin, and Koch Espadin are priced similarly."
"Mezcal: Vago Elote or Neta."
#6
Vida
3.9
(7)
"I would go with Vida if you want a smokey punch."
"Vida is the only option around me. Fortunately, it’s quite good for that purpose."
"Seems to be the one most often called for in high-end cocktail recipes."
"For mixing go with Vida."
"Unfortunately for Silencio and Casa Amigos they use young and over cultivated maguey."
"If you are going to mix it into cocktails, I wouldn't spend $50 on it. Get a bottle of Vida and be happy."
#7
Mal Bien
4.3
(6)
"This is one of the best things you can get for this cheap."
"Both excellent choices."
"Most quality mezcal is pricier (as it should be)..."
"What I've really liked so far are: Mal Bien Isidro Espadin."
"MalBien Papalote. Mauthia Cupreata."
#8
Maguey Melate
4.8
(5)
"The mezcal is outstanding! Unique and small batch that you will never be able to get unless you physically travel to Oaxaca."
"Yes, they’re the best one. I’ve only ever tried signing up for one other and they never sent me anything, so… maybe also the only one?"
"Yes, hands down the best one IMO. The variety of expressions and number of producers they work with, give you a broad range of flavors and styles to try. Well worth it!"
"Amazing amazing small family owned company."
"Maguey Melate"
#9
La Luna
4.4
(5)
"Total Wine has recently started carrying La Luna Mezcal brand."
"Both excellent choices."
"Everything I've had from la luna has been solid so I don't think you can go wrong."
"La Luna Christmas Blend, Lagrimas de Delores..."
"La luna is a great cheaper option."
#10
Agave de Cortes
4.3
(4)
"Agave Cortes is my number 1 choice but pricing in my area was raised."
"All fit the bill."
"Most quality mezcal is pricier (as it should be)..."
"Agave de Cortes is badass."
#11
Montelobos
4.3
(4)
"You definitely need a bottle of Montelobos Espadin in your life!"
"I like montelobos and it’s easy to find for me."
"I would suggest, from the commercial brands sold in that region."
"Has what I’d consider a more classic profile."
#12
Rey Campero
4.3
(4)
"Rey Campero Espadin is currently my favorite Mezcal and at ~$50 it doesnt break the bank"
"All fit the bill."
"Rey Campero Espadin"
"I'd start with well-made copper pot producers like Rey Campero."
#13
Madre
4.3
(3)
"IMO the best bang for the buck for a Mezcal."
"I like madre too! Or Los Vecinos."
"I've had Madre lately, it works pretty well"
#14
Ilegal
4.3
(3)
"Ilegal!"
"Is also pretty good."
"If you're down with the smoky flavor, it's great."
#15
Alipus
4.0
(3)
"My go to for this amount."
"All fit the bill."
"Lot of great options."
#16
Burrito Fiestero
4.0
(3)
"Cenizo from Burrito Fiestero."
"$45ish."
"Some burrito fiestero expressions should be right around $50."
#17
Cielo Rojo
5.0
(2)
"If you are willing to go to Takoma Park… Cielo Rojo is amazing."
"Cielo Rojo has the best agave spirits in DC, bar none."
#18
La Holly
5.0
(2)
"You’re looking for La Holly. Taco truck out back. Best mezcal bar in the city."
"La Holly on the East side."
#19
El Tesoro
5.0
(2)
"El Tesoro Reposado for sipping."
"After that I’d recommend El Tesoro, owned by Beam Suntory and made very well."
#20
Roadrunner Spirits
5.0
(2)
"Roadrunner Spirits in Los Alamitos(Los Alamitos Blvd) is excellent! Matt (the owner) really knows his stuff. Especially when it comes to tequila."
"Roadrunner Spirits in Los Alamitos!!!"
#21
Mezcal
5.0
(2)
"Mezcal is my fav. And this is awesome."
"If you are looking for solid and often times unique Mezcal offerings in a 375 ml format I highly recommend it."
#22
Sierra del Tigre
5.0
(2)
"I tried the sierra del tigre last night and it was really really nice, very deep earthy flavor and nice smoke on the nose."
"Sierra del Tigre"
#23
Prizefighter Bottle Shop
5.0
(2)
"Prizefighter bottle shop is great"
"Prizefighter Bottle Shop in Emeryville for a more curated selection"
#24
Recia
5.0
(2)
"Recia is the best."
"I did recia in the US but they are based in México City."
#25
Fidencio
4.0
(2)
"All fit the bill."
"Most quality mezcal is pricier (as it should be)..."
#26
Lopez Real
4.0
(2)
"All fit the bill."
"Lot of great options."
#27
K&L Wines
4.0
(2)
"K&L wines beyond a doubt."
"Check out their website."
#28
Fosforo
4.0
(2)
"Fosforo is tasty and complex."
"For a more well versed level."
#29
Verde Momento
4.0
(2)
"Readily available on almost all US major liquor stores: Verde momento espadin, Amaras cupreata, Rey Campero espadin."
"Mezcal: Verde Momento 42 abv (Espadin - 35 dlls)"
#30
Gracias a Dios
4.0
(2)
"Gracias a Dios mezcal 46 abv (Tobala or cuixe - 55-60 dlls)"
"I enjoy Gracias a Dios, and their marketing hits the right notes for me."
#31
Mezcal Vago
4.0
(2)
"Mezcal Vago"
"Is a good beginner one."
#32
Old Bookshop
4.0
(2)
"Mezcal, I'd second the Old Bookshop."
"Mezcal - the old bookshop have a great selection."
#33
Ultramundo
5.0
(1)
"The best I’ve ever had from that state is Ultramundo. Peppers galore on the nose."
#34
Derrumbes Durango
5.0
(1)
"This is the best mezcal I’ve had. More subtle, balanced, and fruity than the ones with a strong smoke profile."
#35
Real Minero
5.0
(1)
"Any bottle of Real Minero, Chacolo, Gusto Historico, Mezonte, Cuish, Ixcateco are guarantee."
#36
Chido Wey
5.0
(1)
"Deffo recommend chido wey. Great small business, well researched and inspired by real authentic Mexican recipes 😋😋"
#37
Casa Mexicana
5.0
(1)
"The mezcal from casa mexicana is top notch the food in general there is great"
#38
Origen Raíz
5.0
(1)
"That’s a banger."
#39
Legendario Domingo
5.0
(1)
"Is also fire, for like $45."
#40
Illegal
5.0
(1)
"The Illegal Joven is great and the Vida Del Maguey makes for great cocktails."
#41
Vida Del Maguey
5.0
(1)
"Vida deal maguey, ilegal are both top notch."
#42
The Lost Explorer
5.0
(1)
"The lost explorer mezcal. very smoky mezcal, amazing in a margarita."
#43
Suerte
5.0
(1)
"Suerte has a mezcal marg and old fashion. Crazy good."
#44
La Condessa
5.0
(1)
"Go to La Condessa during their happy hour. All mezcal 50% off. Save big."
#45
Los Siete Misterios
5.0
(1)
"My personal favorite I see is the los siete misterios doba-yej (espadin). Affordable, great in cocktails, great sipping neat."
#46
Rayu
5.0
(1)
"Rayu Espadin has beat out anything else I've found in its price bracket"
#47
Mezcal Amores
5.0
(1)
"My go-to's in order of favorites are: Mezcal Amores Verde Momento."
#48
Vagos
5.0
(1)
"They’re all amazing and entirely unique."
#49
La Europea
5.0
(1)
"You'll find way better and more complex juice compared to Xicaru."
#50
La Locura
5.0
(1)
"One of the best juices I've had."
#51
Berta
5.0
(1)
"Was excellent."
#52
Noble Coyote
5.0
(1)
#53
Marca Negra
5.0
(1)
"Marca Negra is by far the best I’ve ever drank either neat or in spirit forward cocktail."
#54
Casamigos Mezcal
5.0
(1)
"For my birthday i got a bottle of casamigos mezcal, and they made an excellent negroni."
#55
Sombra
5.0
(1)
"I love a Mezcal Negroni and I use Sombra for mine."
#56
Fortaleza
5.0
(1)
"I’ve stocked up on all the Fortaleza and every variation of G4 from them at about msrp."
#57
Legendario Domingo Papalote
4.0
(1)
"It has a nice green bell pepper flavor and is in the $50-60US range."
#58
Del Maguey San Luis del Rio
4.0
(1)
"Appleton 12, Hibiki, and Rancho Tepua Bacanora mezcal, or Del Maguey San Luis del Rio mezcal."
#59
Rey Campero Espadin
4.0
(1)
"Appleton 12 rum, Rey Campero Espadin mezcal, and basically any high-rye rye whiskey."
#60
Banhez Ensamble
4.0
(1)
"Try Banhez Ensamble. It's an ensamble of Espadin and Barril."
#61
Ill Repute
4.0
(1)
"Ill Repute for mezcal. And for tacos. And for music."
#62
Cargo Cantina
4.0
(1)
"Cargo Cantina or Chido Wey 🤌 Also keep an eye on Condesa..."
#63
San Bartolo
4.0
(1)
"Most quality mezcal is pricier (as it should be)..."
#64
Tosba
4.0
(1)
"Most quality mezcal is pricier (as it should be)..."
#65
Agua del Sol
4.0
(1)
"Comes in a liter for 50 bucks!"
#66
Metiche
4.0
(1)
"Lot of great options."
#67
Hijos De Zoila
4.0
(1)
"Lot of great options."
#68
Nuestra Soledad
4.0
(1)
"All fit the bill."
#69
Koch
4.0
(1)
"All fit the bill."
#70
Siete Misterios
4.0
(1)
"All fit the bill."
#71
Exiliado
4.0
(1)
"Sells for under $50 and is a high quality drink."
#72
DM
4.0
(1)
"DM Vida."
#73
FaneKantsini
4.0
(1)
"If you can find it in the US."
#74
El Padrino
4.0
(1)
"Is indeed vegan-friendly."
#75
Yuu Baal
4.0
(1)
"Mine in CA consistently has 1L of Yuu Baal for $35.99."
#76
Cinco Sentidos
4.0
(1)
"Also heard good things about a brand called cinco sentideos."
#77
Sola de Vega
4.0
(1)
"You gonna love Mezcals from Sola de Vega."
#78
Totomachapam
4.0
(1)
"Or Totomachapam."
#79
El Mero Mero
4.0
(1)
"What I've really liked so far are: El Mero Mero Espadin."
#80
Don Mateo
4.0
(1)
"I personnally love Don Mateo Manso de Sahuayo."
#81
400 Conejos
4.0
(1)
"It's 400 Conejos Joven."
#82
Blackwells
4.0
(1)
"I order from Blackwells."
#83
La Típica Oaxaqueña
4.0
(1)
"In White Center."
#84
Total Wine
4.0
(1)
"Total wine & more."
#85
El Sirento
4.0
(1)
"In Georgetown is a bar that specializes in mezcal."
#86
Madre Restaurant
4.0
(1)
"Has a the best selection."
#87
Los Amantes
4.0
(1)
"As an entry level one."
#88
Uno
4.0
(1)
"Should fit the bill."
#89
La Vida
4.0
(1)
"There is a value in keeping a bottle of that on hand."
#90
Nomade
4.0
(1)
"Nomade is kinda new to have a name in the game but they're agave-focused with mostly mezcal, have good flights, and a bottle library of like 100 bottles or something."
#91
La Venonosa
4.0
(1)
"La Venonosa"
#92
Neta
4.0
(1)
"Mezcal: Vago Elote or Neta."
#93
Leyenda
4.0
(1)
"I like those two brands because they bottle in all the states of Mexico."
#94
Mezcal Amares
4.0
(1)
"To be a decent beginner Mezcal."
#95
Apaluz
3.0
(1)
"I wouldn’t say it’s amazing, but better than its price would have you think."
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