Agave spirits continue to impress, and our entries continue to grow year after year. The 2019 Ultimate Spirits Challenge enjoyed a long list of top quality mezcal, with 6 spirits that our judges scored 95 Points or above. Below is our list of top scoring mezcal and sotol.

1. Real Minero Barril, 97 Points, Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation

2. Del Maguey Single Village San Jose Rio Minas Espadin/Arroqueno, 96 Points, Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation

3. Del Maguey Single Village San Luis del Rio Tobaziche, 96 Points, Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation

4. Del Maguey Single Village San Luis del Rio, 95 Points, Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation

5. Del Maguey Single Village Santa Caterina Minas Arroqueno, 95 Points, Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation