Mística Mezcal
ABOUT:
Mística Mezcal is an artisanal brand deeply rooted in Tlacolula de Matamoros, Oaxaca. The brand's identity is inspired by the legend of "Mística," a mythical agave goddess born of the land’s beauty and ancient gods, who is said to watch over the agave fields and guide the sacred traditions of the harvest. Mística Mezcal serves as a tribute to Oaxaca's rich heritage, emphasizing ancestral rituals and a profound connection to the earth. Their purely artisanal production process is meticulously detailed: mature agaves are harvested specifically according to the phases of the moon (preferably a full moon), fermented naturally with wild regional yeasts in traditional Sabino wood tubs, and double-distilled in classic copper stills. Uniquely, the brand uses natural water sourced directly from the Yagul Tlacolula reserve to bring the spirit to its final proof, ensuring a deep, terroir-driven authenticity in every bottle.
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MEZCALS OFFERED:
Espadín (Mezcal Artesanal): The brand’s signature expression, handcrafted from 100% Agave Espadín (Angustifolia Haw) that has ripened in the Oaxacan sun for 8 to 10 years, and bottled at a robust 48% ABV. Despite the high proof, it offers a remarkably light and approachable alcoholic impact. The nose is highly complex, opening with initial notes of vanilla, lactic elements, wood, and fermented agave, followed by a second wave of herbal, earthy minerality, bright citrus, and yellow daisies. On the palate, it feels light and smooth with excellent body, delivering initial bright citrus flavors that evolve into a rich, lingering finish characterized by roasted coffee, butter, ripe banana, sweet woods, and a continuing whisper of vanilla.