In underground bars across the world, a revolution is taking place. Mezcal, the potent Mexican spirit, is going global. As the agave based drink becomes more popular we bring you our top recommendations of where to drink mezcal in London. Experience the hype surrounding tequila's long lost cousin and find out for yourself by visiting London's best mezcal bars and events.
Last updated on 20th March 2023
@ The Broadcaster on Every Wednesday
Tacos, Tequila & Tunes; it's the ultimate trio, right? And lucky for us, The Broadcaster in West London is offering up just that every Wednesday from its rooftop bar. Sink £10 mezcal or tequila-based mixes accompanied by three tacos for just £15.
Get your fix of Mezcal while soaking in the sun and getting in touch with your creative side at JuJu's Bar & Stage. The Shoreditch venue also serves up craft beers and seasonal cocktails, while welcoming in a whole range of performers, musicians and dancers to keep you entertained.
Situated in Holborn is one of the most stunning bars in London, NYX Eat, Drink & Play. Along with a cracking list of food and cocktails, you can head to its tequila library, which fronts over 20 different types of mezcal.
Situated in Fitzrovia, Sican is a fantastic shout when it comes to mezcal bars. Enjoy three different types, alongside a slew of Nikkei-style plates. From charcoal grilled chicken and spicy tuna rolls and signature cocktails, the venue has everything you need for a good night out.
With a selection of more than 70 mezcals and tequilas to choose between, Jin Bar is a haven for all things agave. Whether you want to try different bottles or have them shaken up into cocktails, this is the place to try something new across a sleek space.
Located in Covent Garden, The Lost Alpaca is a fab shout for mezcal cocktails and pisco sours. With quirky decor and sleek interiors, the venue also has plenty of snacks and nibbles to pair with your drinks - think beef empanadas and cancha corn.
The kind of hidden gem you always dream of stumbling across, El Camion's clientèle are happy to keep it a secret. Low level lighting, a giant selection of mezcal and tequilas, late night DJs and a licence until 3am – this is the perfect recipe for a good night. As if that wasn't enough, you can even order a full meal to your table, courtesy of the restaurant upstairs.
A snug little basement bar, Chamuco's Clubhouse quickly fills up with eager drinkers wishing to try the huge range of premium tequilas and mezcals. Styled like a 'Day of the Dead' parade, think sombrero-wearing skeletons dressed like matadors, plucking at guitars, the atmosphere truly is buzzing. This devilish drinking den serves up some of the best mezcal in London along with refreshing classic cocktails and thirst quenching cervezas.
Happiness Forgets, an unforgettable name for an unbelievably good cocktail bar in Hoxton. This über cool speakeasy is not just about moustaches, braces and jazz fusion. The bartenders are serious creatives with a passion for mixing up mezcal and other spirits with a variety of tingling spices and aromas that will leave you intensely satisfied and cosy in this intimate venue.
La Bodega Negra is a secret speakeasy style bar with the warmth of a Mexican cantina, right in the heart of Soho. Descend the stairs past the neon 'Sex Shop' sign to enter a glowing lair full of flavourful cocktails, refreshing beer and a good selection of powerfully potent mezcals, to shot or savour.
Known for being London's first ever dedicated agaveria, Hacha is all about tequila and mezcal. Their mirror margarita is well worth a try, while food comes in the form of tasty tacos. If you fancy a few tastings? You'll find all sorts of bottles that are sure to wet your whistle.
