Top 10 Mezcal Bottles in 2025: Our Curated Selection

Top 10 Mezcal Bottles in 2025: Our Curated Selection

Mezcal, often called tequila’s smoky cousin, is a bold and adventurous spirit with deep roots in Mexico, going back centuries! Made from over thirty different types of agave, mezcal is a flavor adventure in every bottle. This also means it offers way more variety than tequila, which sticks to just Blue Weber agave! 

To give mezcal its signature smoky kick, the hearts of the agave plant are roasted in underground pits. This creates a burst of flavors and aroma, from earthy and woody notes to citrusy and floral combinations that suit every palate. 

In this article, we’ll go through a curated selection of the best mezcal drinks you can find in 2025. We’ll also talk about how to pick the right bottle, along with the best mezcal to mix in cocktails and to drink straight. 

All the top 10 mezcal options listed here are available on Flaviar, so be sure to check out your favorites once you’re done reading this.

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Top 10 Mezcal Drinks Best Mezcal Recommendations

In this section, we explore the best mezcals, each with its own exciting flavors and unique notes.

Montelobos Espadín Mezcal
Montelobos Espadín Mezcal

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Montelobos Espadín Mezcal

Montelobos Mezcal
· 750ml · 43.2% ABV
About Montelobos Espadín Mezcal

Enter the “Way of the Wolf” with Montelobos Mezcal, a brand with bold spirits and even bolder roots. This mezcal was born in Oaxaca and Puebla from the mind of botanist Dr. Ivan Saldaña and fifth-generation mezcalero Don Abel López Mateos. 

The philosophy behind the creation of this drink was the element of discovery. Each time a person takes a sip, they should discover something new about the spirit’s unique layering and tasting notes. 

Montelobos Espadín Mezcal is born from organically grown Espadín agave, roasted to perfection in a conical underground pit fired with encino and pine wood. The magic continues as it’s crushed using a traditional single-stone tahona, then left to ferment wild and free in open pine vats. It’s old-school craftsmanship with bold, smoky energy in every drop. 

This drink takes artisanal mezcal to greater heights with the distinctive flavors of green and cooked agave. Palomas are bright and citrusy as is, so an earthy depth with a hint of smokiness really balances out the flavors. If you're looking to switch things up from your usual tequila for Paloma, this is a bold and flavorful alternative worth exploring.

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Regular
$55.99
Flaviar black
$44.79 (−20%)
Montelobos Espadín Mezcal Tasting Notes

Appearance / Color

Crystal clear.

Nose / Aroma

Earthy notes with honey, citrus, asparagus, and smoke.

Flavor / Taste / Palate

Green agave, cooked agave, nuts, and herbs with a smoky touch.

Finish

Long and fruity.

400 Conejos Mezcal
400 Conejos Mezcal

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400 Conejos Mezcal

400 Conejos
· 750ml · 40% ABV
About 400 Conejos Mezcal

Awaken Your Senses with 400 Conejos Espadin Joven 400 Conejos® Mezcal, the leading mezcal in Mexico, encapsulates the mystical spirit of Mesoamerican traditions. This brand celebrates the ancient myth of the centzon-totochin, or 400 rabbits, believed to infuse each bottle with endless blessings. Renowned for its smooth and lightly smoky...

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$36.99
400 Conejos Mezcal Tasting Notes

Appearance / Color
Crystalline colorless with shiny silver nuances and great body

Nose / Aroma / Smell
Campfire and ash, accompanied by faint ripe fruits and light herbal notes

Flavor / Taste / Palate
Soft with hints of fresh wood that are subtly combined with sweet notes of cooked agave

Finish
A pleasant and smoky finish

Madre Mezcal Ensamble
Madre Mezcal Ensamble

3.

Madre Mezcal Ensamble

Madre Mezcal
· 750ml · 45% ABV
About Madre Mezcal Ensamble

Traditional Oaxaca Mezcal in the Zapotec tradition. Just outside San Dionisio, the ancient Oaxacan town surrounded by clean air and water, the creative team behind Madre found a family of mezcaleros and decided to produce a truly personal and unique Mezcal. The Morales family works together day in, day...

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$49.99
Madre Mezcal Ensamble Tasting Notes

Appearance / Color
Clear

Nose / Aroma / Smell
Lush agave-forward nose with notes of vanilla, honey, baking yeast and dill.

Flavor / Taste / Palate
Sweetness of roasted agave is balanced by peppery, chalky and salty notes.

Finish
Lingering and warm finish.

Código 1530 Artesenal Mezcal
Código 1530 Artesenal Mezcal

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Código 1530 Artesenal Mezcal

Código 1530
· 750ml · 42.2% ABV
About Código 1530 Artesenal Mezcal

A unique Mezcal that tastes of an age gone by. Código 1530 knows well that "the best stuff" in Mexico is not for sale. Unless, of course, you just happen to make friends with the locals from a small village of Amatitán, who have been making an elixir known only...

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$62.99
Código 1530 Artesenal Mezcal Tasting Notes

Appearance / Color
Glass-clear

Nose / Aroma / Smell
Floral, light woody vanilla

Flavor / Taste / Palate
Notes of mandarin orange citrus, dark cherry, hints of earth, stone, clay, and delicate smoke.

Finish
Dry.

Producer Mezcal Ensamble
Producer Mezcal Ensamble

5.

Producer Mezcal Ensamble

The Producer
· 750ml · 40.2% ABV
About Producer Mezcal Ensamble

A well-balanced Mezcal, made from two types of agave. This beloved Mezcal brand was named in a pretty straightforward manner. Meet The Producer. Honoring everyone who creates, inspires, and takes pride in the precious details that make things unique, The Producer...

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Regular
$42.99
Flaviar black
$34.39 (−20%)
Producer Mezcal Ensamble Tasting Notes

Appearance / Color
Clear

Nose / Aroma / Smell
Smoky and floral.

Flavor / Taste / Palate
Well-balanced with smoke, citrus, floral flavors, earthy, mineral notes.

Finish
Dry and earrhy.

Ilegal Mezcal Añejo
Ilegal Mezcal Añejo

6.

Ilegal Mezcal Añejo

Ilegal Mezcal
· 750ml · 40% ABV
About Ilegal Mezcal Añejo

Great Mezcal isn’t illegal anymore… it’s Ilegal. One of the leading artisanal mezcals in the world, Ilegal Mezcal is crafted in Oaxaca, Mexico from sustainably sourced espadín agave with artisanal methods and ‘sin prisa’, which means without rush or hurry. A small batch Spirit, each bottle of Ilegal is hand...

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Regular
$95.99
Flaviar black
$91.19 (−5%)
Ilegal Mezcal Añejo Tasting Notes

Appearance / Color
Clear

Nose / Aroma / Smell
Maple, clove, bitter orange

Flavor / Taste / Palate
Dark chocolate and sweet agave

Finish
Long and slightly smoky

Dos Hombres Mezcal
Dos Hombres Mezcal

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Dos Hombres Mezcal

Dos Hombres
· 750ml · 42% ABV
About Dos Hombres Mezcal

Let’s cook Mezcal, Mr. White! If you’re a Breaking Bad buff, you’ll remember the Season 4 episode aptly named "Salud," where half of the cartel drops dead after drinking a ridiculously expensive Zafiro Añejo Tequila. While this emerald Spirit was invented because no sane distillery would agree on...

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Regular
$47.99
Flaviar black
$43.19 (−10%)
Dos Hombres Mezcal Tasting Notes

Appearance / Color
Clear

Nose / Aroma / Smell
A balanced nose of apple aromas and Espadin agave, followed by fresh fruity notes and a hint of sapote fruit.

Flavor / Taste / Palate
Fruity, fresh and sweet palate with hints of mango and sapote, followed by a soft hint of wood.

Finish
Smooth and restrained firewood-like smoky finish.

Rey Campero Espadin Mezcal
Rey Campero Espadin Mezcal

8.

Rey Campero Espadin Mezcal

Rey Campero Mezcal
· 750ml · 48% ABV
About Rey Campero Espadin Mezcal

Rey Campero Espadín is made by Rómulo Sánchez Parada in Candeleria Yegloe south of Oaxaca. This tiny village of 150 people boasts two great Mezcal brands, Rey Campero and Vago, many more are made in the region so population definitely does not correlate to the number, variety or quality of...

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$61.99
Rey Campero Espadin Mezcal Tasting Notes
Appearance / Color

Nose / Aroma / Smell

Flavor / Taste / Palate

Finish

Madre Mezcal Ensamble (200ml)
Madre Mezcal Ensamble (200ml)

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Madre Mezcal Ensamble (200ml)

Madre Mezcal
· 200ml · 45% ABV
About Madre Mezcal Ensamble (200ml)

Traditional Oaxaca Mezcal in the Zapotec tradition. Just outside San Dionisio, the ancient Oaxacan town surrounded by clean air and water, the creative team behind Madre found a family of mezcaleros and decided to produce a truly personal and unique Mezcal. The Morales family works together day in, day...

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$25.99
Madre Mezcal Ensamble (200ml) Tasting Notes

Appearance / Color 
Clear

Nose / Aroma / Smell 
Lush agave-forward nose with notes of vanilla, honey, baking yeast and dill.

Flavor / Taste / Palate 
Sweetness of roasted agave is balanced by peppery, chalky and salty notes.

Finish
Lingering and warm finish.

Ilegal Mezcal Reposado
Ilegal Mezcal Reposado

10.

Ilegal Mezcal Reposado

Ilegal Mezcal
· 750ml · 40% ABV
About Ilegal Mezcal Reposado

The so-flavorful-it-should-be-Illegal one One of the leading artisanal mezcals in the world, Ilegal Mezcal is crafted in Oaxaca, Mexico from sustainably sourced espadín agave with artisanal methods and ‘sin prisa’, which means without rush or hurry. A small batch Spirit, each bottle of Ilegal is hand corked, labeled, and numbered....

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$47.99
Ilegal Mezcal Reposado Tasting Notes

Appearance / Color
Clear

Nose / Aroma / Smell
Fruity, smoky, and spicy

Flavor / Taste / Palate
Clove, butterscotch, hints of vanilla, sweet agave

Finish
Smooth, smoky, and sweet

How to Choose the Best Mezcal?

Before you grab a bottle, think about the type of agave plant, where it’s from, and how smoky you want your drink to be. Some mezcals, like the Espadín ones, are perfect for beginners and super versatile, while others have bolder flavors for the experienced drinkers.

Make sure you check the label for the production location and agave age. These little details can totally change the flavor and take your drinking experience to the next level.

Best Mezcal for Cocktails

Mezcals are perfect for cocktails, especially if you’re into bold, spicy flavors that leave a memorable kick. The peppery heat of Espadín and the herbal spiciness of Cuishe agave provide the right amount of interest without overpowering the drink. You can use mezcal in a Mezcal Margarita, Oaxacan Old Fashioned, Mezcal Negroni, and a Smoky Paloma, among other cocktails. 

Best Mezcal for Drinking Straight

Mezcal drinks that lean toward the fruity, rich, smoky, and sweet side are best consumed straight or on the rocks. Joven mezcals usually focus on the raw, earthy tones of the agave, while Reposado and Añejo bring out more vanilla and caramel notes. 

Similar to its cousin, tequila, these mezcals reveal new layers of flavor with each sip, making them the best option if you want to slowly enjoy your drink. 

How Much Does Mezcal Cost?

A bottle of mezcal can range anywhere from $22 to $62 and above, depending on the type of agave, method of production, and aging period used. 

You can satisfy your cravings with a classic entry-level bottle at a reasonable price, or choose to splurge on a rare, small-batch mezcal made from quality wild agave—it’s completely your choice.

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