Producer / Brand: Mezcal Ticony (Artisanal distillery committed to agave sustainability, fair trade, and the meticulous preservation of distillation methods inherited from generation to generation).

Specific Origin: Santiago Matatlán, Tlacolula District, Central Valleys Region, Oaxaca, Mexico.

Category / Class: Young Artisanal Mezcal (Blanco).

Raw Material: 100% Espadín Agave (*Agave angustifolia Haw*) selected at its optimal point of ripeness (capón).

Ancestral Production Process: Cooked in an underground conical stone oven using local woods. Traditional milling using a horse-drawn stone tahona. Natural and spontaneous fermentation in sabino wood vats. Double distillation in traditional copper alembic.

Distillate Style: Crystalline, silky, with subtle integrated smoke, medium-high body, and marked citrus-herbal persistence.

Alcohol Content: 40% - 42% Vol. (Balanced alcoholic richness to highlight the genuine agave flavor without saturating the palate).

Pack Content: 2 bottles of 750 ml each (1 Traditional Edition + 1 Special White Bottle Edition).

SKU: MEX-TICONY-DUO-ESPADIN-750

Appearance: Both distillates are completely crystalline, clean, and bright. When swirling the glass or jícara, they display a uniform and elegant beading with great persistence, reflecting their excellent density and natural fatty body.

Nose: Expressive, clean, and impeccably balanced aromatic impact. Immediate perceptions of sweet notes of cooked agave, baked pumpkin, and piloncillo, followed by fresh bursts of spearmint, eucalyptus, and green lemon peel. The smoke is extremely subtle, evoking damp oak wood and a sophisticated background of wet earth.

Palate: Smooth, unctuous entry with a silky volume that coats the palate. A subtle and pleasant saline note stands out, combined with bright citrus and the earthy sweetness of ripe agave. The finish is dry, warm, distinctly mineral, and with a refined smoky aftertaste that invites a second sip.

Precision Gastronomic Pairing: Thanks to its noble, balanced, and controlled smoky profile, this Ticony Espadín is a culinary marvel. It pairs majestically with dishes from high Mexican cuisine, such as traditional moles (negro, poblano, or coloradito), chiles en nogada, and cochinita pibil. It is the perfect ally for substantial seafood: shrimp aguachiles, ceviches with citrus notes, grilled octopus, and zarandeado fish. Its mineral profile superbly cleanses fats, making it ideal for accompanying rib tacos, grilled bone marrow, and fine-cut grilled red meats.

Suggested Moments:

• Premium Carnita Asada: Mezcal and embers share the same essence of smoke. This duo is ideal for starting the gathering, accompanying chicharrón, guacamole, and quesadilla appetizers, and honorably escorting a good cut of Rib Eye or charcoal-grilled skirt steak.
• High-Level Business Lunches and Dinners: Offering a refined Oaxacan artisanal mezcal demonstrates deep cultural knowledge. The sober elegance of the White Bottle and the tradition of the classic version are perfect for impressing foreign clients or partners.
• Fine Special Celebration: An ideal label for important life milestones such as weddings, anniversaries, inaugurations, or significant birthdays, where one seeks to toast with a spirited distillate of Mexican pride.
• Gourmet Family Meal: Graces the Sunday table when traditional homemade dishes are served, unifying diners' opinions thanks to its pleasant, clean, and silky taste.
• Romantic Dinner with a Mexican Touch: The mysterious elegance of Mezcal Ticony provides an intimate and mystical atmosphere. Ideal for pairing with an author's dinner based on fine seafood, tiraditos, or contemporary fusions.
• Summer and Craft Cocktails: Due to its impeccable citrus and herbal crispness, one of the duo's bottles can be used to create high-end refreshing cocktails (mezcal tonics, author's margaritas with tropical fruits, or mezcalitas infused with basil) for hot afternoons.
• The Ultimate Gift of Distinction: A highly valued and elegant gift. By including two bottles with contrasting aesthetic concepts (the classic glass and the sophisticated White Bottle), it becomes a gift of great presence for collectors or lovers of fine spirits.

Is there any difference in the liquid between the traditional edition and the White Bottle?

Both bottles hold Ticony's excellent Young Artisanal Espadín Mezcal, made under the same rigorous process in Santiago Matatlán. The difference lies exclusively in the aesthetic design of their presentation, offering a classic option and a sophisticated special edition white bottle, ideal together to display on any bar or collection shelf.

How is Ticony Mezcal recommended to be enjoyed to best appreciate its notes?

It is advisable to drink it neat, at room temperature (between 18°C and 20°C), preferably served in jícaras or wide-mouthed glasses to allow for proper alcohol evaporation. It should be sipped slowly (very small sips), letting it rest for a few seconds in the mouth to perceive the agave's sweetness and the subtle citrus freshness.

Is this artisanal mezcal very smoky or dominant?

No, Mezcal Ticony is precisely characterized by an extremely fine, controlled, and elegant smoke. Unlike low-cost industrial mezcals where smoke saturates the senses, in this artisanal distillation, the smoke acts only as a subtle frame that enhances the primary floral, herbal, and sweet aromas of cooked agave.

What is the shelf life or expiration date of these bottles once opened?

Being a pure distillate with high alcohol content (100% agave), mezcal does not expire or evolve in the bottle. Once opened, it is recommended to keep it well sealed and protected from direct sunlight to prevent alcohol evaporation and ensure it retains its magnificent aromatic potency for years.