MEZCAL NUESTRA SOLEDAD ZOQUITLÁN
750 ML BOTTLE • SANTA MARÍA ZOQUITLÁN, OAXACA
CASA MEZCALERA CORTÉS OAXACA, MEXICO
"The vibrant character of an Oaxacan community nestled between two rivers. Nuestra Soledad Zoquitlán is a dry, full-bodied, artisanal 100% Espadín agave mezcal with notes of citrus, red pepper, and tropical fruit, crafted by the Parada family using ancestral Zapotec techniques."
Quick Summary
Mezcal Nuestra Soledad Zoquitlán 750 ml is a young artisanal mezcal made with 100% Espadín agave, dry and with no added sugars, produced by Casa Mezcalera Cortés in Santa María Zoquitlán, Oaxaca, Mexico, by master mezcaleros José and Ignacio “Don Chucho” Parada. Ideal for carne asada, family meals, business, celebrations, and gifts. Available at LaCava.shop with shipping throughout Mexico.
Spicy Character of Santa María Zoquitlán and Dry Profile
The Mezcal Nuestra Soledad Zoquitlán 750 ml is part of the Nuestra Soledad line, created by the renowned Casa Mezcalera Cortés, a mezcal-making family from Oaxaca with over a century of tradition. This line pays tribute to the Virgin of Soledad, the patron saint of the city of Oaxaca, and showcases the terroir of each producing community. This expression comes from Santa María Zoquitlán, Oaxaca, Mexico, a community located between two rivers, and is crafted by master mezcaleros José Parada and Ignacio “Don Chucho” Parada. Made with 100% Espadín agave (Agave angustifolia), it is a dry mezcal: no added sugars or flavorings. Its traditional process includes cooking the agave in a wood-fired conical earth oven, milling it in a tahona, fermenting it with native yeasts, and distilling it in a copper still. The result is a full-bodied mezcal with lemon peel, red pepper, tropical fruit, and a pronounced finish. Purchase it with a guarantee of authenticity at LaCava.shop.
1. Product Technical Details
Product Name: Mezcal Nuestra Soledad Zoquitlán 750 ml.
Distillery / Mezcalería: Casa Mezcalera Cortés (Nuestra Soledad line).
Master Mezcaleros: José Parada and Ignacio “Don Chucho” Parada.
Specific Origin: Santa María Zoquitlán, Oaxaca, Mexico.
Agave: 100% Espadín (Agave angustifolia).
Category / Type: Young Artisanal Mezcal.
Sweetness Classification: Dry (no added sugars or flavorings; the sweetness comes solely from the cooked agave).
Production: Cooked in a conical earth oven, milled in a tahona, fermented with native yeasts, and distilled in a copper still.
Alcohol Content: Varies slightly by batch (typically between 46% and 48% ABV); check the label on your bottle.
Net Content: 750 ml bottle.
Serving Temperature: 16°C - 18°C, without ice.
SKU / MPN: MX-CASA-CORTES-SOLEDAD-ZOQUITLAN-750ML
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Appearance: Crystal clear and bright, with fine legs in the glass.
Nose: Lemon peel, tropical fruit, subtle plum, herbal touches, and an undertone of cooked agave with a soft smoke.
Palate: Dry and full-bodied. Features red pepper, herbal and mineral notes, a touch of vanilla and caramel, with a pronounced and persistent finish.
3. Tasting Profile
4. Recommended Occasions and Pairings
Precise Gourmet Pairings (Expanded): Pairs with Mexican and Oaxacan cuisine: carnitas tacos, arrachera and cecina, tlayudas, mole negro and coloradito, Oaxacan tamales, quesillo and aged cheeses, fresh seafood, ceviches and aguachiles, chapulines, orange with worm salt, seasonal fruit with chili, and dark chocolate.
Suggested Occasions:
- Carne Asada: The ideal accompaniment for charcoal-grilled cuts, tacos, chistorra, and grilled scallions.
- Family Meals: A bottle to share during post-dinner conversation and weekend feasts.
- Business: A terroir mezcal that conveys culture and sophistication at business lunches and client meetings.
- Special Celebration: Perfect for toasts at anniversaries, patriotic holidays, and memorable gatherings.
- Romantic Dinner: For an intimate dinner, served in a glass with fresh fruit and dark chocolate.
- Summer: Excellent on long hot afternoons, with orange, lemon, and worm salt.
- Gift: An original and authentic gift for anyone who enjoys artisanal mezcal.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the specific origin and distillery of this mezcal?
It comes from Santa María Zoquitlán, Oaxaca, Mexico, and is produced by Casa Mezcalera Cortés under its Nuestra Soledad line, by master mezcaleros José Parada and Ignacio “Don Chucho” Parada.
Is Mezcal Nuestra Soledad Zoquitlán dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
It is an artisanal mezcal with a dry profile: it contains no added sugars or flavorings. Its sweetness comes solely from the cooked agave, balanced with citrusy, spicy, and herbal notes.
What makes mezcal from Santa María Zoquitlán unique?
It is crafted in a community located between two rivers, with sustainably grown Espadín agave. It stands out for its full body, notes of lemon peel, red pepper, and tropical fruit, and a pronounced finish.
At what temperature and how is it recommended to serve it?
It is recommended to serve at room temperature (between 16°C and 18°C) in a traditional veladora glass or wide-rimmed glass, without ice, to appreciate its aromas.
What are the best pairing options?
It pairs very well with tacos and carne asada, Oaxacan moles, tlayudas, cecina, aged cheeses, seafood and ceviches, chapulines, orange with worm salt, and dark chocolate.
When is it recommended to enjoy this mezcal?
It is ideal for carne asada, family meals, business meals, summer, special celebrations, romantic dinners, and as a gift for artisanal mezcal lovers.
How is my order shipped and packaged?
At LaCava.shop, we package your bottles with reinforced shockproof protection and offer free shipping from $1,499 MXN throughout Mexico.
What is the return policy?
LaCava.shop offers free returns within the first 90 days.