Since 1996, Scorpion Mezcal^® has been on a relentless mission to craft one-of-a-kind mezcals while supporting local Oaxacan agriculture. Maestro Mezcalero Douglas French didn’t just settle for the ordinary—he launched a badass nursery where wild agave varietals like Barril, Arroqueño, and Tobalá are nurtured for up to three years before being transplanted into his own rural estate, growing into full-blown legends that get harvested for his unforgettable mezcals.

Scorpion Mezcal also flipped the script on who gets a shot at a good life here. We buy Maguey Espadín at fair market prices from local small farmers and lock in long-term deals to secure their financial future. This fuels our fire and prevents traditional farmers from packing up and heading to the States in search of a lifeline. We’ve also created steady long-term work with on-the-job training for the most vulnerable residents in our local community. We've hired mothers, single women, and elderly folks who otherwise would be left in the economic dust. With our loyal band of local farmers and a tight crew of 25 in-house warriors, Scorpion continues as a driving force that’s helped Oaxaca become more self-reliant, supportive, and sustainable.