FRIDU BY BAKUA
MEZCAL ESPADÍN 750ML
MEXICO • TLACOLULA DE MATAMOROS, OAXACA • PREMIUM ARTISANAL JOVEN MEZCAL
"An internationally awarded artisanal mezcal that pays homage to Mexican culture. With a dry character, light smoke, and a silky finish, it stands out for its elegance, notes of cooked agave, fresh herbs, and a sweet touch of candied nuts."
Tlacolula de Matamoros, Agave Angustifolia, and the Artisanal Tradition of Fridu by Bakua
Fridu by Bakua Mezcal Espadín 750ml is an artisanal joven mezcal made from 100% Espadín agave (Agave angustifolia) harvested in the central valleys of Tlacolula de Matamoros, Oaxaca. Internationally recognized with various medals and awards such as the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles and Cava Oro, this distilled spirit offers a balanced, clean, and dry sensory experience on the palate with no added sugars. Its meticulous artisanal process gives it impeccable balance, highlighting herbal freshness, the natural sweetness of agave cooked in olote (corn cob), river stone minerals, and a subtle veil of smoke that culminates in an extraordinarily silky and distinguished finish.
1. Technical Details
Producer / Winery: Bakua / Diso Selection.
Region of Origin: Tlacolula de Matamoros, Oaxaca, Mexico.
Agave / Variety: 100% Espadín (Agave angustifolia).
Category: Artisanal Joven Mezcal.
Flavor Classification: Dry (Lightly smoky, fresh vegetal notes, defined minerality, silky profile, and persistent finish).
Production Process: Traditional agave cooking, natural fermentation, and artisanal distillation aimed at highlighting the purity of the Espadín agave.
Alcohol Content: 41% Alc. Vol.
Presentation: Stylized 750 ml glass bottle with artisanal details and a heart charm.
Serving Recommendation: Serve at room temperature (18°C - 20°C) in a veladora glass or mezcal cup to properly appreciate the evolution of its aromatic nuances.
Barcode / EAN: 7503031136005
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Appearance: High polish and crystalline tone with emerald flashes. Deep and defined refraction that reflects great strength and density in the glass.
Nose: Fresh aromas of dawn and damp herbs initially, followed by vegetal and cooked olote nuances, crowned with notes of white flowers. Evolves towards hints of wet earth, limestone, and slight caramel flashes reminiscent of traditional candied nuts.
Palate: Broad, fluid, and harmonious flavor with well-integrated, slight spicy touches. Smooth alcoholic impression that highlights cooked agave, green bell pepper, fresh zucchini, aromatic herbs, flint, and hints of cotton candy. Dry finish with subtle smoke and a silky, persistent throat pass.
3. Distillate Architecture
4. Recommended Moments and Pairings
High-End Gourmet Pairing: Due to its elegant dry profile, discreet smoke, and herbal freshness, Fridu by Bakua harmonizes perfectly with high-end Mexican and international cuisine. It is the ideal pairing for lamb barbacoa tacos, Oaxacan mole negro or coloradito, white fish ceviche with mango and habanero, green aguachile, grilled octopus, grilled meat cuts, grilled Oaxacan cheese, cochinita pibil chalupas, artisanal chocolates with maguey worm salt, and desserts based on fresh orange or grapefruit.
Suggested Moments:
- Carnita Asada (Gourmet): A fantastic accompaniment to pair with cuts like arrachera, picaña, grilled bone marrow, and molcajete-made salsas.
- The Perfect Gift: Due to its aesthetic presentation in homage to Frida Kahlo, its decorative charm, and its award-winning quality, it is an extraordinary gift for mezcal lovers and collectors.
- Family Meal: An excellent label to preside over Sunday banquets full of traditional Mexican food and good conversation.
- Business (Executive Meals): A premium conversation-starter distillate that will surprise foreign partners and clients who love Mexican culture.
- Summer (Sunsets and Signature Cocktails): Excellent to sip neat or as a base for refined cocktails such as Citrus Mezcalita or Pink Grapefruit Paloma on warm evenings.
frequently asked questions (FAQS)
What is the specific origin and winery of this distilled spirit?
This mezcal is produced in Tlacolula de Matamoros, Oaxaca, Mexico under the brand Bakua (Diso Selection).
Is this mezcal dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
Fridu by Bakua Mezcal Espadín has a strictly dry profile. Its sweet notes are reminiscent of naturally cooked agave and contain no added sugars or additives.
What variety of agave is used in its production?
It is made from 100% Espadín agave (Agave angustifolia) from selected harvest.
What temperature is recommended for consuming this mezcal?
It is recommended to enjoy it at room temperature (between 18°C and 20°C) served in a mezcal cup or wide-mouthed veladora glass to appreciate all its aromas.