Mezcal and tequila are two popular spirits made from the agave plant, but they have some important differences.

Mezcal is made from various types of agave, while tequila is exclusively made from the blue agave. Mezcal also has a characteristic smoky taste that comes from burning the agave before fermentation, while tequila generally has no smoky taste.

Both spirits are produced in Mexico, but mezcal is mainly produced in the states of Oaxaca, Durango, Guerrero, and San Luis Potosi. Tequila is mainly produced in the states of Jalisco, Nayarit, Tamaulipas, and Michoacán.

Mezcal and tequila are available in different strengths and flavors and are great for mixing cocktails or drinking neat. They are also an important part of Mexican culture and tradition and have become popular spirits around the world.