Distiller Notes
Wine Enthusiast Top 100 Spirits of 2019
Subtle smoke, citrus and earthy greens on the nose. Slow cooked agave, roasted figs & sweet potatoes on the palate. And a finish of charred stone fruit, earthy clay notes, and a hint of salinity and spice.
Proof: 86
Professional Ratings
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Wine Enthusiast
Citrusy aromas lead in this espadín mezcal, suggesting lemon peel and lemon verbena, plus a mineral hint. The palate surprises with a puff of smoke, beneath which graphite and mouthwatering citrus hover, leading into a peppery fade.
Best Buy.
Para todo mal, Mezcal, y para todo bien, también.
"For everything bad, Mezcal, and for everything good as well." Most often consumed straight or with salt, chilis and an orange, lemon, or lime, Mezcal is an agave-based spirit whose production methods vary widely depending on the region, traditions and preferences of the producer. Rather than boiling or steaming the agave, which is done in Tequila production, Mezcal is made by cooking the agave in wood-fired pits before fermentation. Consequently, Mezcal is often characterized by smoky nuances, which are a product of this alternative production method.