The unusually vigorous Agave tequilana ‘Weber Azul’ is by far the most popular variety for tequila production. Among the best desert plants, there are also many other species and varieties ...

The Aztecs worshipped the agave plant (the maguey) as a gift from the gods. Agave plants take a minimum of eight years to raise from seed to viability. They thrive when distilled by hand ...

(Technically, agave aren’t even cacti, but more closely related to the lily species.) So when it comes to turning agave into alcohol, Mexico enjoys a firm head start over California. The indigenous ...

To keep agave plants alive and healthy in colder climates, where freezing temperatures and excess moisture can cause serious damage, overwintering is essential. Agaves naturally enter a dormant ...

Waikulu Distillery owner Paul Turner stands in a Makawao field of blue agave plants Wednesday morning while describing the process of farming and distilling his premium agave spirit on Maui.

Through meticulous harvesting methods, sustainable practices and deep respect for tequila’s history, Mr. Sancho Pancho is ...

Researchers used terahertz spectroscopy and imaging to gain new insights into how agave plants are so remarkably adept at retaining water in extremely dry environments. Agave plants may be best ...

The different agave species at SCBG, 26300 Crenshaw Blvd., in Palos Verdes Estates, will be joined by early spring blooms, Morino said, as live music fills the garden for “Spiked.” There will ...

Agave, a succulent native to hot, arid regions, is a shapeshifter of sorts. It’s best known for tequila and mezcal, but it ...