~ BEST Mezcal bars in Chicago ~
Bien Tucha - 410 W State St, Geneva, IL 60134
Big Star - 1531 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Bar Sótano - 443 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654
Ghost Donkey - 415 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL 60654
Leña Brava - 900 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60607
La Josie - 740 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661
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Mezcal tastings & Events in Chicago
Lark Restaurant & Bar in Chicago is hosting a tequila masterclass on Tuesday, November 17. The $40 event features Reserva de la Familia tequila tastings, hands-on cocktail instruction, and food pairings. Space is limited to 16 people for this two hour agave spirits session.
Cooking with Cass in Chicago is hosting a Women's Night Out on Thursday, November 19, celebrating Women's Entrepreneurship Day with Inspiro Tequila founder Mara Smith. The $85 ticket includes guided tequila tastings, seasonal fall cocktails, and chef-prepared appetizers paired with the spirits. Guests 21 and older will have the opportunity to hear directly from both founders while connecting over additive-conscious agave spirits.
Cooking with Cass in Chicago hosts an Inspiro Tequila Women's Night Out Cocktail Event on Thursday, November 19. From 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, guests can try guided tastings of women-owned Inspiro Tequila and learn how to make fall inspired drinks from bartender Andy Garcia. The $85 ticket covers all cocktails, tequila pours, and paired gourmet appetizers.
The Chicago Winter Tequila Tasting Festival takes place at King's on Saturday, February 20, 2027. Attendees will spend the afternoon sampling over 20 different agave spirits from six to eight participating brands. This tasting event allows guests to try a wide variety of tequilas in a single afternoon.