The Journal

Wild Common Mezcal Espadín earned an exceptional 96 point rating and was awarded a Double Gold medal at the 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Our Still Strength Tequila Blanco also ranked in the 90+ category with a solid 93 point rating from the judges and brought home a Gold medal.   Maestro Mezcalero Isidro Damián - Oaxaca, Mexico While our Tequilas often garner recognition from trusted tasting panels and consumers alike, we were proud to see the Mezcal Espadín earn this recognition as it is a favorite of ours internally, but is a treasure bottle from our collection with...

We are honored to report that our Wild Common Reposado was ranked the #1 Reposado Tequila in Taste Tequila's recent blind tasting of 10 excellent additive-free repos with an average of 90.096 points overall.  We have immense respect for Taste Tequila's expertise and the integrity of their blind tasting process. To have our Tequila Reposado shine so brightly in such a stellar lineup of Tequilas made with pride and respect, is a tremendous honor for us. These results are a resounding validation of our unwavering commitment to craft an exceptional, authentic reposado using nothing but 100% blue weber agave and...

As the weather warms up and we look ahead to the vibrant celebrations of Cinco de Mayo, there's no better cocktail to enjoy than the mezcal negroni. This smoky, bittersweet twist on the classic negroni is the perfect balance of flavors to welcome the spring season. The Mezcal Negroni Recipe Ingredients: 1 oz Wild Common Mezcal Ensamble 1 oz sweet vermouth 1 oz Campari Orange peel or twist for garnish Instructions: Fill a mixing glass with ice Add the Mezcal Ensamble, sweet vermouth, and Campari Stir until well-chilled Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice Garnish with an...

So how do you make the perfect margarita? After trying dozens of versions we believe it’s best to keep it simple. Ditch the sugary mixers off the shelf and try this:   Ingredients: 2 oz Wild Common Tequila Blanco 1 oz organic lime juice, freshly squeezed 1/2 oz agave nectar (optional) sea salt or salt / Tajín blend rim Steps: Rim a rocks glass with coarse sea salt or salt / Tajin (optional) Add the Tequila, lime juice and agave nectar to a shaker with ice Shake firmly until chilled Strain into the prepped glass over fresh ice  Garnish as desired. Lime wheel, dehydrated lime wheel,...

¡Salud amigos! We are overjoyed and deeply honored to share that Wild Common Tequila Blanco has been ranked the #1 blanco tequila in Taste Tequila's prestigious blind tasting event. As passionate tequila craftspeople, there is no higher praise than being recognized by the respected tequila experts at Taste Tequila for creating an authentic, exceptional quality blanco tequila. This blind tasting victory is a resounding validation of our obsessive commitment to sustainable, traditional tequila-making methods and our respect for the remarkable blue weber agave. From our slow, meticulous production processes at the renowned Cascahuin distillery to our distinct blend of tahona...

Wild Common Tequilas and Mezcals taste great no matter how you drink them. But with spirits as complex as ours, we believe there are a few simple ways to enhance the experience. Let it breathe Much like the world of wine, there are layers of terroir in each bottle of Wild Common spirits. Though your impulse may be to pour out of the bottle and sip right away, we think it's best to give Wild Common tequilas or mezcals a few minutes of air. Giving it some breathing room lets you pick up on complexities and nuances that only emerge...