10 Mezcals For Your Cinco de Mayo Celebrations

Mezcal is the smokier, hotter cousin of tequila. Made from more than 30 types of agave (tequila is only made from one—blue agave) and cooked in a covered underground pit that gives it that smoky flavor, mezcal is a high-proof spirit that deserves to be savored; no wonder it's become so popular—the spirit's market share is projected to grow nearly 15 percent in the next two years. Here are the best bottles to add to your bar now.