OAXACA

La Mezcaloteca

At this mezcal bar, you can sample flights of spirits which include mezcals that have been bottled by the owners themselves. Bottles are available for sale, so you can take a sip of Oaxaca home with you. Calle reforma 506, Col. Centro, 68000 Oaxaca, Mexico

DEL Maguey

There are several Del Maguey distilleries dotted around Oaxaca, including Chichicapa—one of the first mezcals Chow tried when setting up The Woods. Their mezcal is characterised by rich and sweet agave notes. delmaguey.com