ESPADÍN MEZCAL
CASA DON RAMÓN
SELECTED AGAVE • ARTISANAL DISTILLATION • CASA DON RAMÓN • OAXACA • MEXICO
"The perfect balance of Oaxacan tradition: an artisanal mezcal of absolute clarity, where the sweetness of cooked agave and subtle smoke dance in perfect harmony."
Don Ramón Espadín Mezcal: Ancestral Tradition and the Perfect Balance of Smoke and Agave
The Don Ramón Espadín Mezcal 750ml is a liquid testament to balance and cultural heritage. Produced by Casa Don Ramón, it pays tribute to ancestral methods in its specific origin of Oaxaca, Mexico, using exclusively Espadín Agave plants that have concentrated natural sugars over a 7 to 9-year cycle.
1. Technical Details
Winery / Producer: Casa Don Ramón.
Specific Origin: Oaxaca, Mexico.
Category / Class: Artisanal Mezcal Joven (100% Agave).
Raw Material: Espadín Agave hand-harvested at optimal maturity (7 to 9 years).
Cooking and Milling: Cooked in an underground conical stone oven with oak wood.
Fermentation and Distillation: Natural fermentation with wild yeasts. Double distillation in traditional copper stills.
Style: Joven (young), bright, medium-bodied, with a balance of sweetness, citrus, and subtle smoke.
Alcohol Content: 40% Vol.
SKU: MEX-DONRAMON-ESPADIN-750
2. Exclusive Tasting Notes
Appearance: Crystal-clear, pure, luminous, and perfectly transparent, with silver highlights.
Nose: Cooked agave, subtle caramel, roasted squash, lemon and orange citrus, with delicate oak firewood smoke.
Palate: Frank, warm, and silky entry. Sweetness of ripe agave combined with fruity hints and white pepper.
3. Distillate Architecture
4. Recommended Moments and Pairings
Traditional Gastronomic Pairing: Pairs with iconic dishes such as mole poblano, chiles rellenos, cochinita pibil, and tacos al pastor. Excellent with grilled meats and fish a la talla.
Suggested Moments:
- Sunday Barbecue: The quintessential mezcal for grilling.
- Festive Family Meal: A classic, approachable label with wide appeal.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)
What is the difference between the Espadín and the Salmiana Mezcal from Casa Don Ramón?
The Espadín offers a classic profile with the sweetness of cooked agave and citrus notes. The Salmiana is a wild agave with a longer maturation period, offering a more herbal and fresh profile.
How is this mezcal recommended to be served and tasted?
At room temperature in a wide-mouthed mezcal glass or tasting copita, sipping it slowly (taking "besitos," or little kisses).