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This short documentary tells the story about the challenges that Scarlet Macaws have in Northern Guatemala.
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Over the past several months, thousands of migrants from Central America have been walking en masse towards the United States-Mexico border in search for a better life.
Migrant caravans aren’t really a rare occurrence; there have been reports of informal, self-organized groups traveling to the United States as early as 2010. There have also been smaller caravans organized by Mexican advocacy groups to draw attention to the struggle of Latin American asylum-seekers. However, this one is different than all the previous ones.
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The eruption of the Fuego Volcano in Guatemala on March 6, 2018, left hundreds dead and many more searching for their loved ones. A year after the eruption, these are the stories of some of the survivors.
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Enjoy a mouthful of agave, with a hint of smoke.
Available through Total Wine, Binny’s, Spec’s, Reserve Bar, and many more which you can find via our map below. Email question@ilegalmezcal.com with your ZIP Code for the closest retail or bar serving Ilegal.
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Creative Capital: A list of recourses and grants for those who work in the arts
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Producers of a wide variety of artisanal mezcal of the highest standard, including Ilegal Mezcal, Mal de Amor is the center of its community, home to fourth generation mezcaleros Armando and Alvaro Hernandez, and the ideal setting to immerse yourself in the beauty of mezcal.
In their childhood, the Hernández brothers grew up amongst the agaves in Santiago Matatlán, and the traditions of mezcal instilled in them a deep love and pride for Oaxaca. As young adults faced with the unfavorable economic conditions of the region, they migrated, while maintaining the dream to return to their origins. Palenque Mal de Amor is the realization of this dream.
To schedule tours and tastings, contact Mal de Amor by email, phone, or WhatsApp.
Email: admmaldeamor@gmail.com
Phone: 951 653 84 45
WhatsApp: 951 653 84 45
OUR HISTORY
Around 2004, Ilegal’s founder John Rexer began bringing mezcal down from Oaxaca to Antigua to supply his bar, Café No Sé. The mezcal became popular very quickly. At the time, he was bringing down unbranded mezcal from a variety of villages in Oaxaca that included: Tlacolula, San Lorenzo, Sola De Vega, Santa Catarina Minas, Hierve el Agua, Santiago Matatlan and a few others.
In 2006, John created the brand Ilegal, originally just to supply his bar in Guatemala. On the back of each bottle of Ilegal you will find it says “Originally produced for: Café No Sé, Mezcal Bar.”
OUR LIQUID
Certified as artisanal by the CRM, made in Oaxaca, agave forward, with a hint of smoke. Approachable and versatile, can be served neat or in cocktails.
We only use Espadín agave because it is cultivatable. 100% natural, Ilegal Mezcal uses no artificial colors, yeasts, flavors, or additives. Just agave, sun, and time. Commitment to quality is apparent in every step of our process, from harvest to first sip.
One of the few brands that has aged mezcals. Simple Portfolio: Joven, Reposado, & Añejo.
THE ILEGAL BRAND
Ilegal is a leading artisanal mezcal in the US. Crafted in Oaxaca, Mexico from 100% Espadín agave. It is smooth, approachable and ultra premium. Our name comes from when the owner used to smuggle it from Mexico to Antigua, Guatemala for his bar, Café No Sé…everything Ilegal is full of risk and adventure, great stories and truth wilder than fiction.