Overview
- The designation covers 15 southern municipalities, including Malinalco, Tenancingo, Tejupilco and Zacualpan.
- Authorities documented 318 producer units and 5,508 hectares of agave during the certification studies.
- The recognition follows nine years of coordinated work by producer communities and state and federal agencies, including IMPI and the Economy Ministry.
- Producers can label their distillates as mezcal starting November 12, according to the state agriculture secretary.
- Officials highlighted new commercial opportunities and proposed tastings and tourism routes, including visits with foreign ambassadors.