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AGAVE MEZCAL

LA ESCONDIDA MEXICO, OAXACA Mezcal production in Mexico was banned by the Spanish crown for almost 100 years in the early 18th century. However, local producers resisted and continued to produce Mezcal in the beautiful mountains of Oaxaca. Among them were some brave women who risked their lives selling their Mezcal illegally. The brand La Escondida, meaning “the hidden lady”, was inspired by local legend and honors those women. Grand Mezcal uses 100% agave espadin (Agave Angustifolia Haw by its scientific name), one of the most prized agave varieties grown in the heartland of Oaxaca, to make La Escondida. La Escondida Mezcal Blanco 80PF / 700ML Traditional methods produce earthy, smoky notes on the nose, while its smooth and balanced flavor, robustly absorbed from cooked agave, provides a long finish which is both strong and pleasant. La Escondida Mezcal Reposado 80PF / 700ML Made from the Espadin agave from Oaxaca and rested in French oak barrels for 9 months. Earthy and smoky notes with hints of spice, vanilla, and chocolate. MINA REAL MEXICO, OAXACA An ecologically sustainable mezcal made with agave slowly cooked in a brick kiln without the consumption of firewood. Mina Real Mezcal Blanco 92PF / 750ML Using a combination of modern and historical technique, the agave honeys for Mina Real are fermented intact with their crushed agave piña fibers, followed by double distillation in copper alembic

stills for pronounced earthiness & character. 92pts GOLD “EXCEPTIONAL” BTI ‘13 Mina Real Mezcal Reposado 84PF / 750ML The Reposado is distilled from 100% agave espadí. The agave is steam-roasts, saving

wood and keeping the piñas (hearts) un-charred. It’s twice distilled in ceramic pot stills and ages in used American white oak casks for an undisclosed time.

MEZCALOMA INGREDIENTS

50ml Mina Real Mezcal Blanco 50ml fresh pink grapefruit Juice 20ml agave nectar

15ml Lime Juice DIRECTIONS Glass rimmed with Tajín salt (or regular salt). Pour all ingredients over ice

and stir. Top with soda water & garnish with mint and a wedge of lime!

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