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Is there a difference between a tequila and a mescal?
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Yes, there is a difference between tequila and mezcal. Tequila is made from the agave plant, while Mezcal is made from the maguey plant. Tequila is produced by distillation of the fermented sap of the blue agave plant, which contains more than 50% alcohol. Mezcal is produced through a different process that includes a second fermentation in oak barrels, which gives it a smoother taste and less bite to the alcohol.