THE MEZCALERÍA
An agave program built with curiosity, respect for tradition and a deep appreciation for the stories behind what's being produced.
An agave program built with curiosity, respect for tradition and a deep appreciation for the stories behind what's being produced.
At the heart of Mi Cariño is an agave program built with curiosity, respect for tradition and a deep appreciation for the stories behind what's being produced. What began as a mezcal-focused collection has grown into a living exploration of agave, fermentation, distillation, regional identity and hospitality.
From tequila and mezcal to raicilla, bacanora, sotol and lesser-known regional spirits, you'll find familiar names alongside bottles that rarely reach North Carolina. Whether you come with a plan or a sense of adventure, this collection was built to help you wander, taste and discover without intimidation.
View the Drink MenuA mezcalería is a bar specializing in mezcal and distilled maguey spirits. At Mi Cariño, that idea goes beyond the bottles on the back bar. The program explores how plant, place, producer and process shape what's in the glass, with a collection organized for exploration rather than simply scale.
Some agaves mature in just a handful of years, while others may spend decades in the ground before harvest. Species, growing environment and production traditions can all influence what eventually reaches the glass, creating an extraordinary range of aromas, flavors and textures. There isn't one flavor that defines agave, and that's exactly the point.
Bottles that rarely reach North Carolina. A back bar organized for wandering, not just scale — built one region, one producer, one story at a time.
Some agaves mature in a handful of years; others spend decades in the ground. Species, region and tradition all shape what eventually reaches the glass.
There isn't one flavor that defines agave — come with a plan or a sense of adventure and let the bar team guide the way.
Species and variety shape everything that follows.
Region, soil and climate leave their mark on the glass.
Tradition, technique and hands passed down.
Cooked, fermented and distilled — every step counts.
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The collection is only part of the program. Mi Cariño continues to invest in formal agave education through the Agave Spirits Institute, so the team can help you better understand what you're drinking and, more importantly, discover what you enjoy.
If this is your first step into the agave category, welcome. Start anywhere.
A cocktail can be the first step, introducing agave through thoughtful, balanced flavors.
Served neat. Explore by producer, agave, region or style with guidance from the bar team.
Choose a 1 oz., 2 oz. or 3 oz. pour of an agave spirit, served with orange slices, raw chocolate and your choice of four regionally flavored salts. With guidance from our beverage team, Mezcal Service is an invitation to explore Mexico one pour at a time, discovering how different agaves, regions and flavor profiles shape what's in the glass.
Tell us what you normally drink, what flavors you enjoy or how adventurous you want to be. We'll help take it from there.
You don't need to be an expert to appreciate a great pour. Our Tasting Guide gives you a few tools to better understand what's in your glass, find the words for what you're tasting and discover what to try next.
Explore Our Agave Tasting Guide
