And the next time you pour a glass of whichever of the three mezcal types you prefer, try drinking it the traditional way: out of a copita. Copitas are small ceramic cups designed to maximize your ...

The most authentic cup used for mezcal is the jicara. This shallow bowl-like vessel is made from a calabash gourd and features a wide mouth so you can get your nose in close as you sip.

Smoky mezcal and savory bitters are rounded out by ... This recipe will yield about 2 1/2 cups of the tamarind-citrus syrup — enough for roughly 20 cocktails, which is great if you're entertaining.