Mezcal's popularity is booming in the US. That comes with a growing environmental cost in Mexico

AI Briefing

• – Mezcal production in Mexico is booming to meet US demand, creating opportunities for producers, but also generating environmental concerns.
• – The growth of the industry is mainly concentrated in Oaxaca, with many small-scale producers contributing to the rise.
• – The increased demand has raised worries about the impact on Mexico's fragile ecosystems and traditional agave crops.