NYC is a playground for agave spirits in 2026, with top-tier retail spots offering everything from common cocktail mezcals to rare, ancestral, small-batch bottles.

Visit Atla (Lafayette St) to taste rare bottles from Rezpiral or Mal Bien.

: Offers a well-curated selection with a knowledgeable staff that can guide you from $15 choices to special occasion bottles.

: Arguably the largest selection in the city, with a massive mezcal wall that includes regional brands and exclusive bottles.

: Frequently stocks sought-after brands like Mal Bien and Agua Magica.

: A highly curated shop focusing on small-batch and regional mezcals you won't find elsewhere.

: An LGBTQ-owned boutique specializing in small-batch and unique spirit selections. The "Sip & Shop" Strategy

: A lively spot known for its mezcalitas and extensive agave selection.