Tequila may be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Mexico's alcohol export, but have you heard of sotol?

Instead of another tequila-based cocktail, try ordering one with a different Mexican spirit: sotol. Sotol has a "distinct earthy, herbal, and slightly smoky profile," said Eder Leon, restaurant and ...

If you love spirits from the Southwest and Mexico you've likely become a fan of mezcal in recent years, but another liquor with some interesting differences named sotol hasn't been far behind it.

Champagne-based cocktails, like the French 75, can be easy and fun to customize. Some bartenders like making sotol cocktails or a simple but elegant smoked Old Fashioned. Although it's great to ...