Deep in the unforgiving desert of Mapimí, a collective of cowboys turned distillers fights to preserve their way of life amid relentless drought. Through Sergio’s journey at Rancho Pelayo, the film reveals the grueling process of crafting a spirit from native Lamparillo agave—a quiet portrait of patience, resilience, and an unbreakable bond with a land they refuse to abandon.

An intimate, cinematic documentary about the urge to preserve the past in a world obsessed with speed. It follows Roberto Real, who, after decades producing industrial tequila, made a life-changing choice: to found Tequila Arriesgado, a spirit crafted strictly through ancestral processes. His journey becomes a quiet reflection on tradition, memory, and the value of slowing down.

The second installment of our documentary series explores the exceptional heritage of agave spirits and the stories that keep it alive. From clandestine contraband pasts to ancestral Filipino stills unique to the region, the film reveals the raw beauty of distillation and the resilient hands behind every drop, celebrating the craft, history, and magic that shape these remarkable spirits.

A cinematic journey into the craft of artisanal mezcal, where every step is guided by tradition, precision, and patience. The film explores the meticulous process behind each bottle, revealing the hands, knowledge, and dedication that transform agave into a spirit shaped by heritage and an unwavering commitment to craft.

When things don’t unfold as planned, Fausto follows his intuition on a journey from the mountains of Jalisco to the Pacific coast. Along the way, he searches for ingredients, prepares cocktails, refines the recipe, takes notes, and learns from the wisdom of fellow raicilla producers, embracing the unexpected as part of the creative process.

An intimate exploration of identity, legacy, and the weight of inheritance. The film follows Álvaro Fernández Labastida beyond the bottle, navigating the tension between tradition and authorship. At its heart, Asil asks what it means to transform a craft without losing its soul, and how legacy can be honored while creating something entirely one’s own.

What does it take to preserve a forbidden soul? Journey into the mountains of Jalisco to discover Raicilla, a spirit that survived centuries of prohibition by hiding in the Sierra. Through the resilience of master taberneros, the film reveals a tradition kept alive through generations, where fire, earth, and ancestral knowledge transformed an outlawed spirit into the Queen of Mexican distillates.

Can silence offer the redemption that faith cannot? A cinematic journey through doubt, honesty, and the search for truth, where the path leads back to the land. Tequila becomes a witness to a story that seeks no absolution, only understanding—revealing how sharing the spirit of our heritage can help us carry what we cannot bear alone.

Follow Captain Palomo, a pilot who returned to his roots in Oaxaca to reclaim his family’s mezcal legacy. In Matatlán, he transforms a history of struggle into a future of pride, proving that true liberation comes from embracing one’s identity. This is a story about taking the controls of your own life to heal the past and protect those you love.

Explore the story of Ahuacatepec, a small Mexican town brought back to life through the revival of a 360-year-old family estate. The film follows the Labastida family as they restore their heritage through artisanal Raicilla production, creating local jobs and a sanctuary for donkeys, while showing how sustainable craftsmanship can protect both the environment and the future of a community.