Mezcal, a smoky version of the well known sister tequila, has been gaining popularity in America for the past few years. Most people are turned off by the overwhelming flavor of smoke when they first try mezcal, but some grow to love the complexity of the flavors that are uncovered after the initial taste. It’s one of the most diverse spirits in the world because the main ingredient in mezcal is the agave plant, a plant of many varietals. Despite the influx of mezcalerias in the US, well bala...