The Non-Smoky, Female-Founded Mezcal You Need to Try: Desolas Mezcal

If you have ever said, “I want to like mezcal, but it’s just too smoky,” this bottle was made for you. Meet Desolas Mezcal—an award-winning, female-founded spirit that breaks all the rules in the best way possible.

Crafted from 100% Salmiana agave in San Luis Potosí, Mexico, Desolas offers a fresh, botanical aroma and a smooth, agave-forward taste with just a hint of smoke. It is redefining what mezcal can be—clean, complex, and incredibly cocktail-friendly.

Why Desolas Mezcal Stands Out

1. Non-Smoky and Versatile

This is mezcal for the mezcal skeptics. Desolas dials back the traditional smokiness without sacrificing depth. The result is a clean, crisp profile that works beautifully in a negroni riff, margarita, or even a spritz. If you thought mezcal couldn’t play well in delicate or refreshing cocktails, think again.

2. Female-Founded with Serious Industry Cred

Desolas was launched in 2020 by GG Mirvis, a spirits industry vet who fell in love with mezcal’s mystique. GG’s journey started in her college dorm room with her first liquor brand, and she has since built a career championing innovation in spirits. With Desolas, she honors the craft while pushing it forward.

3. One of the Most Awarded Mezcals Available Today

Desolas is not just buzz. It has the credentials to back it up.

• Best Mezcal in the World – The Tasting Alliance
• Best of Class – New York World Spirits Competition
• Double Gold Winner – 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition (two years running)
• 95 Points – The Tasting Alliance

These accolades make Desolas one of the most decorated mezcals on the market.

4. Nationwide Growth and Retail Expansion

In 2024 alone, Desolas saw a 103% increase in nationwide sales, driven by demand and strategic market entry in new states like Colorado and Georgia. Retailers like Spec’s in Texas are now carrying it, making it easier than ever to grab a bottle.

Try This: The Mezcal Cucumber Spritz

Looking for a summer cocktail that’s crisp, refreshing, and just a little unexpected? This one hits.

Mezcal Cucumber Spritz

• 1.75 oz Desolas Mezcal
• 0.5 oz Lime Juice
• 0.5 oz St. Germain
• 0.25 oz Dill Aquavit
• Top with ginger beer

Glass: Collins
Ice: Cubes
Garnish: Long cucumber ribbon
Method: Shake and strain into a glass over ice. Top with ginger beer and garnish.

Light, herbal, and effervescent, it is a perfect example of what Desolas does best—flavor without the fire.

About Desolas Mezcal

Desolas is crafted from 100% Salmiana agave, known as the “green giant,” grown in the arid, chalky soils of San Luis Potosí. The agave is cooked in above-ground ovens, which gives the mezcal its signature grassy, earthy profile with gentle smoke. It is artisanal, authentic, and thoughtfully produced from start to finish.

Currently available in New York, Florida, Georgia, Texas, Colorado, and California, Desolas can also be shipped nationwide via www.desolasmezcal.com.