Maguey Melate Mezcalero of the Month Club

What's in the box: Small-batch, 100% agave mezcal from a featured family producer, with an information card about the mezcalero who made it.

Maguey Melate is a mezcal subscription. If you are browsing for tequila or rum, expect agave spirits from small family producers in Mexico rather than mainstream bottles. The company says it sources small-batch mezcal made from 100% agave with no additives or fermentation agents, and that its spirits are exclusive to members, so you are unlikely to find them in stores. Each shipment includes an information card about the mezcalero who made it. Members also get access to bi-monthly online Taste & Chat sessions, which adds an educational side that many liquor clubs skip. The company says $1 from each purchase goes toward a donation to SACRED. There are two plans: the full Mezcalero of the Month Club at $65 per month and the Club-Mini at $29 per month. A signature gifting box is also available for $215. Availability is the main catch right now. The full club is listed as sold out, and the next Club-Mini edition ships in mid November. The site does not clearly spell out bottle sizes or shipment frequency on its main page, so check the plan details before you join. If you want traceable, producer-focused mezcal and like learning about how it is made, this is a thoughtful and well-run option.