Sacapalabras Mezcal Ancestral Arroqueño

This mezcal made from 18 to 25-year-old, wild-growing arroqueño agaves comes from the master mezcalero José Luis Sánchez "Shonga" from Santa Catarina Minas, Oaxaca, Mexico, around 1,500m above sea level, and is one of the very few that can call itself "ancestral". This classification is subject to strict rules regarding production, which must basically be carried out as it was hundreds of years ago, without any use of modern technology or even modern materials: earth ovens, stone mortars, wooden barrels, clay pot distillation, etc.

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Arroqueño is a species of Agave Americana that only grows in the wild and is one of the oldest varieties. Not only is it considered the genetic mother of the espadin agave now commonly used in industrial mezcal, but it also requires a maturation period of 18 to 25 years. However, it offers a comparatively high yield of around 100 kg at harvest.

The aroma of Sacapalabras Mezcal Ancestral Arroqueño is only slightly smoky and mildly herbal, but with a slightly bitter note reminiscent of green olives, which is complemented by a citrus-like freshness. The taste immediately develops a dark sweetness that is reminiscent of caramel and is accompanied by a distinct smokiness. The finish is somewhat drier and spicier, but without being sharp.