Season 3 Ep. 17: The Hidden Crisis Behind Mezcal | What @planetmezcal Found in Oaxaca

About this episode

In this episode, Jason discusses the hidden crisis behind mezcal production in Oaxaca with guest Adrian from Planet Mezcal.

Tasting Notes: In this episode of the Dram Amateur Podcast, Jason welcomes back Adrian from Planet Mezcal after his recent trip to Oaxaca — the sacred ground of mezcal production. But this wasn’t just another influencer visit. Adrian spent time in remote palenques, talking directly with mezcaleros and documenting the realities of producing one of the world’s most traditional spirits. What he discovered goes far beyond smoky flavors and beautiful agave fields. From water shortages and go...

People in this episode

Host: Jason

Guest: Adrian

Topics covered

• mezcal production
• Oaxaca
• water shortages
• mezcaleros
• traditional spirits

Keywords

• mezcal
• Oaxaca
• palenques
• mezcaleros
• water shortages
• traditional spirits

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Planet Mezcal

Places: Oaxaca, palenques

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