Mitre Mezcal

 
 

ABOUT:

Founded by Claudio with a vision to combine the contemporary elegance of Mexico with its rich artisanal heritage, Mitre Mezcal has quickly grown to become one of the largest independent artisanal mezcal brands in the country. Partnering with Maestro Mezcalero Don Tacho and his sons, Joel and Laurentino, the brand ensures meticulous, hands-on care from agave cultivation to bottling. Mitre is highly recognized for its artistic "Colección Jaguar"—featuring iconic, premium jaguar-shaped bottles designed to fuse tradition, design, and character. They strictly produce Artesanal mezcals (utilizing wood-fired cooking, natural fermentation, and copper still distillation) and highly rare Ancestral mezcals (distilled painstakingly in traditional clay pots).

WEBSITE:

https://www.mezcalmitre.mx/

MEZCALS OFFERED:

  • Mitre Origen (Espadín): An exceptionally smooth, highly versatile 100% Espadín artisanal mezcal. Designed with an approachable 37.5% ABV, it is crafted specifically for mixology, spontaneous toasts, and those just beginning their mezcal journey. It offers a well-balanced, herbaceous profile with subtle, pleasant smoke and a touch of fresh fruitiness.

  • Mitre Espadín (Artesanal / Jaguar Negro): The brand's core premium expression, housed in their signature black jaguar bottle. This 100% Espadín mezcal delivers a classic, beautifully structured tasting experience. It is highly versatile, featuring a well-balanced profile of prominent, earthy smoke, roasted agave sweetness, and a deeply satisfying finish.

  • Mitre Triple Agave (Ensamble): A masterful, complex blend of three prized agaves: Espadín, the notoriously difficult-to-distill Jabalí, and the wild, slow-growing Tepextate. This premium ensamble yields a highly sophisticated profile bursting with deep herbal notes, rich earthiness, and slightly sweet, fruity undertones.

  • Mitre Ancestral (Olla de Barro): An exceptionally rare, limited-production spirit crafted using the strict "Ancestral" method. Because it is distilled entirely in traditional clay pots (ollas de barro), production is limited to just 12 liters a day (compared to 200 liters in copper). This meticulous process imparts a deeply robust, complex character defined by earthy, deep mineral notes, a touch of natural sweetness, and a profound, smooth smokiness.

  • Mitre Origen Tamborines: A highly innovative and nostalgic "Mezcal Liqueur." Created in an official collaboration with the classic Mexican candy, Tamborines, this expression perfectly fuses the herbaceous, smoky essence of Mitre Origen with the sweet, sour, and spicy tamarind-chili explosion of the iconic treat. It is designed to be chilled and enjoyed as a fun, highly approachable party starter.

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