Cost
Mezcal is generally more expensive than other spirits because of the handmade nature of mezcal. Certain mezcals may seem very expensive, but most of the cost goes towards taxes and shipping costs. If a mezcal is very inexpensive, it might be produced in large quantities and even on an industrial scale.
These price estimates are based on the cost of a 750ml bottle in US Dollars:
- $: Under $40
- $$: $40-$90
- $$$: $90-$150
- $$$$: $150+