It turns out they were pretty popular, so in 2006 Rexer created Ilegal Mezcal purely just to supply his bar with, nobody else. Check out our signature mezcal cocktail recipes, and try Ilegal as the base spirit in a Mezcal Margarita, a Mezcal Mule, or your favorite cocktail.

Aromatic and awash with the wonderful sweetness of 100% blue agave, Arette Anejo has pepperiness which keeps you sipping and deliciously light vanilla notes tempting you to have just one more glass. This arrangement is not meant to facilitate any improper furnishing of inducements by any manufacturer, importer, supplier, wholesaler or distributor of mezcal to any retailer of alcoholic beverages or to facilitate any improper exclusionary practices by any alcohol beverage licensee. In late 2009, Ilegal Mezcal became legal and today is available in the USA, Australia, Europe and the Caribbean.

Often characterised as the lawless cousin of Tequila, mezcal is in fact a legally regulated spirit found in various parts of Mexico, but most famously in the southern state of Oaxaca. Produced in Oaxaca, Ilegal Joven is a young Mezcal which has the distinctive flavour of roasted agave and earthy tones which help it stand out from the crowd. Aged for over seven years in 35 barrels of French Oak, Ilegal Mezcal 7 Year Añejo makes for an exceptional gift, or an ideal sidekick to break out on a special night. Ilegal Anejo spends time in both French and American oak casks, delivering a unique flavour profile which you’ll definitely enjoy. This service may be limited or not available at all in some places due to local law or other restrictions.

The result is a distinct flavour profile, where the agave flavour is complimented rather than dominated by subtle smoky aromas and flavours.Smoky flavor, enjoyable smell, it has a bit of a kick when it goes down and the burn lingers for a few minutes. The agave is baked in clay ovens and ground with a stone millstone -- all traditional methods in an age of modern ovens and steel mills. Though Eric Hernandez was originally involved in the distillation, Ilegal Mezcal was most recently produced by Alvaro and Armando Hernandez.

what you get is an uninspired poorly produced mezcal that is very astringent to taste with very little complexity and substance.Its aroma are fresh and youthful, with fresh flowers, peppermint and tobacco notes all coming through. The brand Ilegal has especially got the knack of catching the spirit of this drink and sharing it with thrilled agave schnapps fans all over the world. I was recently on a cruise and this was the only “Mezcal” they had so I thought what the hell let’s try it, how bad could it be? A31 to AB38, AB40 to AB56, IV1 to IV28, IV30 to IV32, IV36, IV40, IV52 to IV54, IV63, KW1 to KW14, KA27, KA28, PA21 to PA38, PH4 to PH41, PH49, PH50, BT (Northern Ireland).