The best DIY winter drinks. Whether for a winter walk in the snow, cosy evenings in front of the fireplace or even at the family celebration, we have a selection of winter drinks for you that should not be missing in the cold season. When it’s cold and grey outside, you feel like being cosy and warm. With a warm drink, you not only warm your body and soul, but also brighten your mood when snow and ice are up to their mischief outside. Mulled wine and Feuerzangenbowle are of course the absolute classics among hot drinks for winter. But for all those who would like to try something new, we hav ..read more

What to drink in autumn? The days are gradually getting shorter again and autumn is just around the corner. No more warm sunshine and blue skies, instead a harsh, cold wind is now blowing. The time for sparkling summer cocktails is over for the time being. Instead, you’re in the mood for heart-warming drinks that will put a smile on your face despite the gloomy weather. We have 5 autumn drinks for you to make the cold days really cosy. Whether it’s a warm or sparkling cocktail or simply enjoying autumnal spirits neat – there’s something for everyone here. 1. Irish Coffee The Irish Coffee is ..read more

ZIGNUM Mezcal Tells You How… Different ingredients from both national and international cuisine are ideal for pairing with mezcal. Ranging from the classics such as orange and chocolate to the most sui generis such as sushi. However, there is an ancient pairing whose story probably you do not know. We are referring to the worm salt. As you may know, mezcal is made from agave plants; in the specific case of ZIGNUM Mezcal, it is made from the agave species known in Spanish as maguey espadín (Agave a. angustifolia). It is precisely from these plantations where the worms are obtained to create th ..read more

How do you drink tequila? When asked this question, many people probably think of all-night parties where you washed down the tequila with salt and lemon to make it drinkable. A real Mexican, however, would only shake his head at this sight.   There are far more stylish ways of enjoying the Mexican agave spirit and thus giving tequila a little more appreciation. After all, a drink whose production involves so much effort also deserves a certain amount of recognition. Read here what tequila actually is and how it can best be enjoyed. Tequila – a Mexican history of production Tequila is on ..read more

Finally! The temperatures are rising and cool drinks can be enjoyed in the fresh air again. It’s time to get the cocktail shaker out of the cupboard and sweeten the time with a few home-mixed cocktails.     Summertime is cocktail time. What better way to enjoy the sun than with a delicious cocktail to cool down? Perhaps you’re already dreaming of warm summer evenings that end with friends on the balcony, a fruity cocktail in your hand. Life can be so beautiful after all! It almost feels a bit like a holiday. If you want to bring that holiday feeling home, here are 3 delicious cockta ..read more

ORIGIN The word “agave” comes from the Greek agavos, and it refers to something “admirable or noble”. It was a denomination assigned by the Swedish naturalist Carl Linnaeus in the year 1753. The word “espadín” (with the shape of a sword in Spanish), as its name indicates, is due to the long and thin shape of its succulent leaves   CHARACTERISTICS Native from Mexico, mainly from states such as Oaxaca, Jalisco, and Guerrero. Recognized mainly for being raw material for the elaboration of alcoholic beverages. It is one of the cultivated agave plants, which are those that have been domest ..read more

“Para todo mal, mezcal y para todo bien, también” (popular saying that roughly translates to “mezcal through thick and thin”) is the favorite mantra of mezcal connoisseurs. If you are one of those who still do not dare to drink it, ZIGNUM shares with you a basic guide to make your first encounter with this agave distillate an incomparable experience.     A) Glassware. To taste mezcal for the first time, it is advisable to use a Riedel glass or a veladora glass (which is a small glass that works as a candle holder) since the aromas will be exposed so that our senses begin to b ..read more

With our cocktails you can really make spring beautiful. It’s slowly getting warmer outside again and the first rays of sunshine are already tempting some people out of their doors. Snow and ice have disappeared and the grey sky has been replaced by a beautiful blue one. Gradually, everything outside is becoming more lively and the first flowers and bees are daring to come out again. A wonderful and carefree time lies ahead of us, because spring is just around the corner. Perhaps you are already longing to enjoy this wonderful time with a delicious cocktail on the balcony while the sun’s rays ..read more

Don’t you sometimes feel like putting on an old record, leaning back in your armchair and enjoying a good drop of whiskey? Music and alcohol is always a great combination.  Spirits of some bands have already shown that, such as gin from the rock band Rammstein or Scorpions whiskey. Because such bottles are not only a great fan item, but with them you can enjoy your favorite sounds even more.     Since 2018, an unexpected artist name in connection with whiskey is particularly in the spotlight. This is one of the most successful musicians of the 20th century and at the same time ..read more

  Years after the end of the successful U.S. series Breaking Bad, the two main actors (Bryan Cranston und Aaron Paul) returned to Mexico together once again. This time, however, it wasn’t the filming that took them there, but the goal of creating an almost perfect mezcal. So it’s time for us to once again introduce you to a very special spirit: Dos Hombres Mezcal.   The Breaking Bad stars return Most of you are probably familiar with Breaking Bad, and you’ve been eagerly following or at least hearing about the series. It’s the story of chemistry professor Walter White aka. Heisenber ..read more