Channel: Beautiful Destinations

Category: Travel & Events

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Description: The city and municipality of Oaxaca de Juárez, or Oaxaca City, is located in the foothills of the Sierra Madre at the base of the Cerro del Fortín, and extending to the banks of the Atoyac River in the Mexican state of Oaxaca. Heritage tourism makes up an important part of the city's economy, and with its colonial-era architecture, important archeological sites, delicious cuisine, and a beautiful art scene we can understand why so many people travel here. Yet beyond these great aspects, the reason that the #BDTeam traveled to Oaxaca City was to explore the culture around mezcal. Oaxaca City is the capital of mezcal, and you could say that this drink is one of the world’s most complex and misunderstood liquors. Most people know that it’s made from the agave plant, just like Tequila, but did you know that Tequila is just one type of mezcal? Tequila is produced in only approved regions and only from a specific species of plant. In contrast to that, mezcal can be made from several other agave species which allows flavors to vary widely, from smoky and honeyed to grassy and peppery! The history of the drink is incredibly interesting and we hope this video encourages you to travel here someday and learn more. The state of Oaxaca sponsors the International Mezcal Festival which is usually held every year here in Oaxaca City. During the festival, locals and tourists can sample and buy a large variety of mezcals. TEAM: Arman Mitchell | Filmmaker & Editor instagram.com/armanmitchell Cory Martin | Filmmaker & Editor instagram.com/cory.s.martin