Artisanal Mezcal
Essence of Agave • Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca
"The spirit of fire and earth: a tribute to the ancestral tradition of Oaxaca. Distilled in small batches, it offers a masterful balance between the sweetness of cooked agave and mineral complexity."
1. The Soul of Matatlán
Each bottle of Esencia de Agave is the result of an untamed ecosystem in the state of Oaxaca. Santiago Matatlán, recognized as the capital of this culture, provides calcareous soils and altitudes that demand slow metabolism from the agave, concentrating inulin and essential terpenes. Our process respects the land's timing, using only Espadín Agave matured between 7 and 9 years.
Production strictly complies with NOM-070-SCFI-2016, guaranteeing the Artisanal Mezcal category. Cooking is done in underground conical ovens with oak wood, followed by milling in a tahona, ensuring unparalleled aromatic richness.
Identity Profile
- Category: Young Artisanal Mezcal.
- Agave: 100% Espadín (Agave Angustifolia).
- Fermentation: Pine vats with wild yeasts.
- Distillation: Double in copper still.
Certification and Origin
Endorsed by the Mezcal Regulatory Council (CRM), each batch has authenticity holograms that ensure a genuine product, protecting the Designation of Origin and the work of master mezcal families.
"Mezcal is not gulped; it is kissed, allowing the minerality of Oaxacan soil to awaken the palate."
Frequently Asked Questions about Mezcal
What distinguishes an artisanal mezcal from an industrial one?
The difference lies in respecting natural chemical processes. According to the guidelines of the Secretariat of Economy, artisanal mezcal prohibits the use of autoclaves, preferring slow cooking in a stone oven and spontaneous fermentation.
How should Esencia de Agave Mezcal be served?
It is recommended to serve at room temperature in vessels that allow for oxygenation. Institutions such as the Artisanal Maguey and Mezcal Association (AMMA) suggest avoiding excessive chilling to not block the notes of cooked agave and wet earth.
What is the ideal pairing?
Due to its mineral profile, it is the perfect companion for Mole Negro, grilled meats, and insect salts. To learn more about the cultural impact of these flavors, you can consult the Secretariat of Culture's archive on traditional gastronomy.
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