Another myth regarding that worm is that it'll get you particularly drunk -- which isn't true either. The high alcohol content of mezcal, which can range between 40% to 55%, is the real culprit ...

GAINESVILLE, Fla. - For decades, the mezcal worm, commonly known as the "tequila worm," has been placed inside bottles of mezcal as a marketing strategy to enhance the flavor and color of the ...

GAINESVILLE, Fla. - For decades, the mezcal worm, commonly known as the "tequila worm," has been placed inside bottles of mezcal as a marketing strategy to enhance the flavor and color of the ...

Scientists identified the white ‘worm’ at the bottom of liquor bottles as a type of moth larvae. It also sits in mezcal, not tequila.

Scientists identified the white ‘worm’ at the bottom of liquor bottles as a type of moth larvae. It also sits in mezcal, not tequila.

The “worms” are placed inside bottles of mezcal to enhance the color and flavor of the alcohol. Researchers extracted DNA from “worms” found in various brands of mezcal.

Summer is the time for refreshing drinks, and mezcal cocktails are best enjoyed during the hotter months. Use one of our ...

Mezcal Culture Fest, formerly known as Mezcal Lauderdale, will relocate its celebration of agave spirits to the Moxy Miami ...

GAINESVILLE, Fla. - For decades, the mezcal worm, commonly known as the "tequila worm," has been placed inside bottles of mezcal as a marketing strategy to enhance the flavor and color of the ...

Scientists identified the white ‘worm’ at the bottom of liquor bottles as a type of moth larvae. It also sits in mezcal, not tequila.

Scientists identified the white ‘worm’ at the bottom of liquor bottles as a type of moth larvae. It also sits in mezcal, not tequila.