Part 1: Mezcal’s Untold Past, Soaring Present, and Fragile Future
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Traditions and Tensions in Mezcal Production
This chapter explores the deep connection between mezcal producers and the maguey plants they cultivate, focusing on traditional growing and harvesting methods. It highlights the challenges faced by mezcaleros, including the declining practice of 'tumbado' due to increasing global demand and industrialization pressures.
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