The Buildout · Episode 198 · July 24, 2025 · 56 min

Part 2: Mezcal’s Untold Past, Soaring Present, and Fragile Future

In Part 2 of our three-part mezcal documentary, we travel deeper into mezcal’s past, uncovering the ghosts that continue to haunt the spirit — from government crackdowns and corruption to secret hillside palenques and state-sanctioned Espadín monocultures. Joined by restaurateur Ivan Vazquez and legendary mezcaleros across Oaxaca, we explore how prohibition-era policies reshaped production, erased diversity, and left an indelible mark on the mezcal we drink today. This is a story of survival, adaptation, and the delicate balance between tradition and commerce. 📧Get in touch: [email protected]    🍸Follow us:    - VinePair: https://www.instagram.com/vinepair/   - Tim: https://www.instagram.com/timmckirdy/   - Ivan: https://www.instagram.com/ivan_vasquez_/ - Madre: https://www.instagram.com/madre_losangeles/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.