Spirits of Mazatlan

Tasting

When is tequila not tequila? When it is made in Mazatlan. Much in the way the French legislate that only sparkling wine made in the Champagne region can be called such, the Mexican government has decreed that only blue agave based spirits made in Jalisco and three other states can be labeled “tequila”. This creates [...]

Ziplining in Mexico, a Mazatlan Memory

Mazatlan ziplining

After a 45 minute drive from Mazatlan we arrived in a humid desert-like area filled with agave plants. Six other guys and I were strapped in our gear and safety helmets. I was delighted and scared at the same time. This was my first time ziplining and I was slightly suspicious of how safe this [...]