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The dangers of traveling to Mexico
The US State Department has changed their safety ratings for Mexico. The only places in the country where, according to the US State Department, you can just go as freely as you might to, say, Washington, DC, would be Campeche and Yucatan. Everywhere else in Mexico it’s suggested ... Show More
25m 36s
Apr 2024
Live From Mexico: Read Spear, Real Mezcal
Jimmy is on the horn with Read Spear, President of Origen Imports inc. in Oaxaca, Mexico. Read is a pioneering mezcal importer, and Origen Imports incorporates several brands including Cuentacuentos Agave Spirits.The key to marketing mezcal made using 400 year old traditions is ... Show More
1h 7m
May 2019
Episode 333: Teaching is Learning
Steve Olson!!!! @Akawinegeek
Today’s guest has been helping to shape the beverage industry for over 40 years. Getting his start in restaurants, he’s gone on to be a writer, consultant, educator, and lecturer, and is particularly known for his pioneering work with Sherry, Spanish ... Show More
51m 12s
Jul 2021
Todo Sobre el Tequila - All About Tequila
Nothing says “Mexico” like tequila. In this episode, we talk about the origins of this quintessential Mexican drink, where it’s produced, how it’s made, how it compares to its cousin mezcal, and more. ¡Salud!
Links:“Traditional Drinks You’ve Never Heard of Before” VideoLevel up y ... Show More
26m 4s
Aug 25
José Cuervo Rebuilds a Tequila Empire
August 28, 1920. In the town of Tequila, fireworks burst overhead as people celebrate Mexico’s independence. Then… gunshots. Malachías Cuervo, heir to the famous tequila dynasty, has just reignited a bitter feud with his family’s rivals, the Sauzas. For decades, his brother José ... Show More
37m 6s