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MEZCAL DE LEYENDAS MEXICO, Offering a collection of artisanal mezcales from different states from the Denomination of Origin of Mezcal. Mezcal de Leyendas Durango Maguey Cenizo 94PF / 750ML Showcasing the terroir of the valleys of Durango, this traditional and sustainable mezcal is crafted by Ventura Gallegos in the town of Nombre de Dios using the local agave durangensis. A complex mezcal with an unctuous mouthfeel. Aromas of hazelnut, cocoa, lavender and coriander. Flavors of cherries, anisette, and clove and mesquite. Mezcal de Leyendas Durango Maguey Solar 90PF / 750ML The first mezcal ever to be produced entirely by using solar energy. It has been carefully distilled by master mezcalero, Gerardo Ruelas, resulting in a bright mezcal with sweet agave flavors. 100% solar made, this started as a passion project has now turned into a world first. The glass is yellow, not the liquid. The liquid is something to behold, it is like a fruit salad. Mezcal de Leyendas Guerrero Maguey Cupreata Ancho 92PF / 750ML The Maguey ‘Ancho’ is an artisanal mezcal blanco made from 100% Agave cupreata with an alcohol volume of 46.9%. This 750mL spirit is a limited production item, ensuring an exclusive, top-tier quality experience. A rich mezcal with a complex palate. Aromas of green melon, dried herbs, and plantain. Flavors of celery, olive brine, black pepper and mellow smoke on the finish. Mezcal de Leyendas Oaxaca Maguey Espadin 100PF / 750ML A classic mezcal that represents the maguey espadín in its truest form. This mezcal has aromas of roasted agave, candied apples, and jackfruit with earthy flavors of candied honey, overripe fruit and roasted oak. Mezcal de Leyendas Oaxaca Maguey Tobala 98PF / 750ML A unique mezcal with very bright tones. Herbal Aromas of spearmint and lemongrass. Flavors of toasted pine nuts, creamy roast agave sweetness and fresh herbs. Mezcal de Leyendas San Luis Potosi Maguey Verde 90PF / 750ML A mezcal that is very representative of its terroir. Aromas of chiles and slate with lactic hints, and flavors of sweet bell pepper, brined onion, and herbal overtones.

MEZONTE MEXICO Mezonte is a non-governmental organization (NGO) that promotes, supports and preserves the production and practices of traditional agave spirits. They feature agave spirits from all over Mexico, with an emphasis on Jalisco and Michoacán. Pedro Jimenez, the mind behind Mezonte, works in collaboration with Mexico’s producers to ensure fair wages and recognition. Mezonte Candido 90PF / 200ML Aromas of smoked or roasted green pepper. In the mouth a combination of red fruits and jalapeño chili. Very balanced smoke Mezonte Japo is produced by Hildegardo “Japo.” His mezcales (also called raicilla) are elaborated with endemic Agaves that grow between 12 – 25 years. Mezonte Santos Juarez 95PF / 750ML Mezonte Santos is produced by Santos Juarez in Toliman, Jalisco. His mezcales are born and processed within the volcanic soil and fermented in stone, as was done over 500 years ago. Santos is produced using Alineno and Cimarron agave, distilled in copper and parota wood. Mezonte Lorenzo 94PF / 750ML Agave distilled from Lorenzo Virgen. Over 10 different agave varietals, produced in Chancuellar, Jalisco in an underground pit oven, fermented with spring water and distille with pine wood with copper and Parota wood. Mezonte Teodoro 96PF / 750ML The municipality of Miahuatlán is possibly one of the most important traditional regions of mezcal production in Oaxaca. Teodoro, originally from this Miahuatlán and a long legacy of mezcaleros, has his own palenqueto make mezcal. He is perhaps of few Oaxacan producers that still respect the original flavors of the plant. Mezonte Tepe 94PF / 750ML Produced by Aciano Mendoza from the Tepehuano community at the border of Jalisco, Nayarit and Durango who follows the tradition of developing this spirit primarily for ritual purposes. Cenizo agave, extracted by hand and distilled in clay pots. PALOMO MEXICO, SANTIAGO MATATLAN, NOM-O20X Del Buen Agave is a collective of producers in the “Mezcal Capital of the World,” Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca. They have worked together since 1930 and became an official Cooperative Society in 2006. Mezcal Palomo was launched by them in 2013. Palomo Espadin Mezcal 92PF / 1.0L Made with maguey Cirial (agave Karwinskii) that took 12 years to mature, that were traditionally cooked in an underground pit oven, milled by horse-drawn tahona, and double distilled in a copper still. This mezcal has unique citrus aromas and flavors that are slightly smoked with a bit of agave sweetness. and sweet and fresh finish. Mezonte Japo Raicilla 94PF / 750ML

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