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First the obvious, 2020 created unprecedented challenges for the world of mezcal. If you had asked anyone in January or February of 2020 what the sales projections were for the year, “stellar” would have been the one word to describe

Details Location: San Dionisio Ocotlán, OaxacaAgave: Tobalá, Tobasiche, Cuishe, Lumbre, Coyote, Tepeztate, Espadin / A. potatorum, A. karwinskii, A. karwinskii, A. sp, A. americana, A. marmorata, A. angustifoliaMaestro mezcalero: Aureliano Hernandez Quantity: 2,665 litersBatch: AH01ABV: 45%Tasting keywords: Mineral, mesquite, agave sugar.NOM: O373XBuy it

Details Location: Santiago Matatlan, OaxacaAgave: Espadin Maestro: Los Hermanos MartinezAbv: 52%Tasting keywords: chocolate, caramelized, mineralNOM: 0165XBuy it now Nose Roasted cacao wafts from the glass, unmistakably rich with classic hints of bitter overtones. From aroma alone, this would be welcome in any coffee drink.  Taste The

Details Location: Santiago Matatlan, OaxacaAgave: Espadin Maestro: Los Hermanos MartinezAbv: 48%Tasting keywords: earthy, meaty, plantainNOM: 0165XBuy it now Nose The aromas reveal mushrooms, herbs, a hint of pine, and ripe sweet plantains. There is also a strong chalky mineral aroma that characterizes the nose.  Taste Sweet

Details Location: Santiago Matatlan, OaxacaAgave: Cirial, Madrecuishe, Barril, Bicuishe Maestro: Los Hermanos MartinezAbv: 53%Tasting keywords: leather, green peppercorn, bright NOM: 0165XBuy it now Nose Rustic aromas of saddle leather, dried cranberry, and pineapple fronds are cozy and inviting. The aroma is reminiscent of winter spices,

Details Location: Santiago Matatlan, OaxacaAgave: TobalaMaestro: Los Hermanos MartinezAbv: 48%Tasting keywords: Mineral, earthy, creamy NOM: 0165XBuy it now Nose Sweet earth, melon, pea shoots, and under ripe peaches create a melange of aromas that keep the nose intrigued. There is something opulent about the

Details Location: Santiago Matatlan, OaxacaAgave: Arroqueno Maestro: Los Hermanos MartinezAbv: 52%Tasting keywords: Spicy, tropical, candy barNOM: 0165XBuy it now Nose The aromas are full of sweet and salty notes like toffee, chocolate covered pretzel, and nougat. Tropical notes like chili-spiked mango are at the

Details Location: Santiago Matatlan, OaxacaAgave: Tepeztate Maestro: Los Hermanos MartinezAbv: 50%Tasting keywords: berry, dusty earth, fresh NOM: 0165XBuy it now Nose Classic aromas of berry, watermelon rind, and an earthy core are heady and enticing. A hint of butteriness comes through the more you dig

Details Location: Santiago Matatlan, OaxacaAgave: MadrecuisheMaestro: Los Hermanos MartinezAbv: 53% Tasting keywords: herbal, citrus, woodsy NOM: 0165XBuy it now Nose The fresh herbal and pineapple kissed aromas immediately invokes a traditional Oaxacan palenque. There is a creamy note lingering just underneath the surface, with notes

This no name mezcal with a very attractive label features the visage of the mezcalero Don Pedro. We think he’s something of a national treasure, Mexico really should establish a living legends award for people like him who animate the

How do we begin to tackle the subject of 2020 and the toll it has taken on all of us in the mezcal industry? While the holiday season is normally a time for reflection, this year presents us with

Details Location: San Cristobal Lachirioag, Oaxaca Agave: Espadin Maestro: Edgar GonzalesAbv: 47.35%Tasting keywords: dried fruits, tropical, spice cake NOM: 0164XBuy it now Nose Aromas of Jamaican black cake with booze soaked dried fruits are rich, deep, and heady. Tropical fruit and floral undertones are enticing.  Taste The extra