“As Tequila began to garner recognition across Mexico in the mid-1800’s, distilleries were concentrated on haciendas of some México’s most powerful families. This wealthy hacendados pushed hard against spirits indigenous roots to elevate their own social status” #agavespiritsppfm
Gary Nabhan, co-author w @DavidSuroP of #Agavespirits, says several factors are driving down agave prices, including cartel activity. He urges Sotol makers not to allow for “Tequilization” of Sotol. Protect integrity. #agavemarfa