ABOUT:

Las Garrafas is an ultra-premium, luxury brand that celebrates the most exquisite expressions of Mexican heritage, perfectly merging the ancestral craft of mezcal-making with spectacular artistry. Translating to "The Carafes"—the traditional glass vessels historically reserved to store and share a family's finest spirits—the brand is dedicated to producing some of the world's most elegant and awarded mezcals. Working closely with master mezcaleros in Oaxaca, Las Garrafas relies on small-batch, time-honored methods, including underground earthen roasting, natural fermentation, and meticulous distillation. Their portfolio is a profound homage to Mexican wildlife and folklore, with each expression named after a revered animal from pre-Hispanic mythology, delivering a highly sophisticated and deeply layered tasting experience.

WEBSITE:

https://lasgarrafas.mx

MEZCALS OFFERED:

Mono Azul (Blue Monkey): The brand's most approachable and vibrant expression, crafted from 100% Agave Espadín. It features a bright and welcoming nose of fresh citrus peel, sweet roasted agave, and a gentle whisper of wood smoke. On the palate, it delivers a smooth, beautifully balanced profile with notes of juicy grapefruit, light cocoa, and soft earthy spices, finishing clean and refreshing.

Quetzal: Named after the majestic and sacred bird of Mesoamerica, this expression is a beautiful ensamble (blend) that masterfully combines the sweet, steadfast nature of Espadín with the wild, floral complexity of Tobalá. It offers a fresh, aromatic bouquet of ripe tropical fruits, wildflowers, and subtle botanical herbs. The palate is elegant and nuanced, presenting a delicate dance of sweet agave nectar, crisp minerality, and a soft, lingering smokiness.

Serpiente Rosada (Pink Serpent): An exquisite, limited-production mezcal crafted entirely from wild Agave Tobalá. True to its noble origins, this spirit is highly aromatic, opening with captivating scents of wild honey, cinnamon, and dried rose petals. The mouthfeel is exceptionally velvety, bursting with flavors of caramelized stone fruit, rich earth, and a refined, sweet tobacco finish that is incredibly smooth and long-lasting.

Máscara de Xaguar (Jaguar Mask): The ultra-premium crown jewel of the Las Garrafas portfolio. This incredibly complex masterpiece is a rare ensemble of Espadín, Arroqueño, and Tobalá agaves, subjected to a meticulous triple-distillation process. The nose is an intoxicating blend of dark chocolate, rich baking spices, and deeply roasted agave. On the palate, it is luxurious, full-bodied, and decadent, offering profound layers of dried dark fruits, warm cinnamon, and earthy minerality, culminating in an exceptionally elegant, velvety finish that justifies its legendary status.