Sotol Maker Tries To Break Into U.S. Spirits Market

Courtesy NPR Programs: Morning Edition  Tue, 01/31/2012 - 3:35am

Americans drank more than 100 million liters of tequila in 2010. It's no wonder then, that a little-known spirit from Mexico is trying to make its name in the United States.

Introducing Sotol — a smoky smooth liquor distilled in the Mexican state of Chihuahua.

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