OAXACAN ARTISAN MEZCAL

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Mezcal is a distilled spirit from agave, originally from Mexico. Its name comes from the Nahuatl “mexcalli”, which means “cooked maguey”. Unlike tequila, which is made exclusively from blue agave, mezcal can be produced from several varieties of agave, giving it a wide range of flavors and aromas. Traditionally, agave is cooked in underground stone ovens, which gives it its characteristic smoky flavor. Oaxaca is the main producer of mezcal, although it is also made in other states such as Guerrero and Durango . Cheers! 🥃

Agave is the central and vital plant in the production of mezcal. It grows wild in different regions of Mexico, displaying fleshy, thorny leaves that protect a heart known as a piña. This heart is rich in sugars that, once cooked and fermented, are transformed into the spirit of mezcal. Agave is more than a plant; it is the symbol of a cultural and artisanal heritage that endures through the centuries in every sip of mezcal.

The road to the distillery can be bumpy and long, but each pineapple that arrives represents effort and tradition.

Transporting agave from the farm to the distillery is a crucial and fascinating process. Traditionally, once the agave piñas are harvested, they are loaded onto trucks or animal-drawn carts. The choice of means of transport may depend on the accessibility of the fields and the distance to the distillery.

In more rural areas, it is still common to see donkeys, mules or horses carrying the heavy pineapples. However, in most modern cases, trucks are used, which allow a larger quantity of agave to be transported in less time.

The road to the distillery can be bumpy and long, but each piña that arrives represents the effort and tradition of Mexican agriculture. This journey, although seemingly simple, ensures that the agave arrives in the best condition to continue with the process of creating mezcal. Fascinating, right?

The cooking of the agave is one of the most magical moments in the making of mezcal. Traditionally, it is carried out in

For the traditional cooking of agave, earth ovens are used, which is what gives the characteristic smoky touch to the mezcal.

The uniform heat and natural insulation of the oven guarantee deep and even cooking, allowing the pineapples to

The traditional process involves ancestral techniques, from roasting in earthen ovens to grinding with tahonas and distillation in copper or clay stills. Each variety of agave contributes unique characteristics to the mezcal, providing a diversity of flavors that can range from sweet and floral to smoky and earthy.

Each step in the wooden vats is a dance between tradition and nature, where the final result is a mezcal full of history.

The process of fermenting mezcal in wooden vats is an essential ritual that gives character and complexity to the flavor of mezcal. It all starts when the agave pineapples, after being cooked and crushed, are placed in large wooden vats, usually made of oak or sabino. These vats are perfect for housing the mixture of agave fibers and sweet juices, creating the ideal environment for the natural yeasts to do their work.

When poured into a glass or a gourd, the liquid reveals a crystalline or slightly golden color, depending on its maturation.

Pearls in mezcal are tiny air bubbles that form on the surface of the drink when it is poured into a glass or gourd. Traditionally, these pearls are an indicator of the quality and alcohol content of the mezcal. The greater the number of bubbles and their ability to stay on the surface, the higher the quality and alcohol content of the mezcal is considered to be.

A shot of mezcal is a complete sensory experience. When poured into a glass or a gourd, the liquid reveals a crystal clear color.

Each sip of mezcal offers a rich sensory experience, standing out for its high quality and authenticity. Often described as the spirit with “the spirit of Mexico,” mezcal is not only a drink, but a cultural symbol of craftsmanship and tradition spanning generations. Cheers. 🥃

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