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How do you spell Mezcal?

Correct spelling

mezcal

Remember the Z from its Nahuatl roots - meZcal, not mescal.

Why is mezcal spelled this way?

From Nahuatl mexcalli, cooked agave. MEZ-CAL. Sometimes spelled 'mescal' in English, but 'mezcal' is the preferred modern spelling. The z distinguishes it.

Common misspellings of mezcal

mescalmezcallmezkalmiscal

Example

The bartender recommended a smooth mezcal from Oaxaca with notes of smoke and earth.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell mezcal?+
The correct spelling is "mezcal". Remember the Z from its Nahuatl roots - meZcal, not mescal.
Is it mescal or mezcal?+
The correct spelling is "mezcal", not "mescal".

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