Elisandro Gonzalez Molina
Elisandro Gonzalez Molina is the co-founder and master mezcalero of Tosba Mezcal, an Oaxaca-based, family-run distillery. He blends traditional agave roasting and sustainable cultivation to produce small-batch, artisanal mezcals. Elisandro’s commitment to heritage, quality, and community has earned Tosba international recognition among craft spirits enthusiasts and modern technique collaborations globally.
Mezcal Matters: Indigenous Knowledge, Global Markets, and a Tasting with Tosba Mezcal - $30
A conversation with Ronda L. Brulotte, author of Mezcal in Oaxaca: A Craft Spirit for the Global Marketplace, and mezcal producer Elisandro Gonzalez Molina of Tosba Mezcal, exploring the cultural, social, and economic forces shaping mezcal today. The discussion is paired with a tasting of spirits from Tosba’s portfolio, offering a direct experience of the production and traditions at the heart of Oaxaca’s evolving mezcal industry. Moderated by Giovanni Martinez of Copper Lounge/Los Conejos in Albuquerque.