Derrumbes Zacatecas Mezcal

Mezcal: Derrumbes Zacatecas

Derrumbes Zacatecas is made of 100% Tequiliana Weber de Azul in Huitzila, Zacatecas. Very close to the Tequila Valley, Huitzila is known mostly for mezcals that are made in the style of Tequila. The Buelos family is one of the few Zacatecas Mezcaleros that produce traditional mezcals. Pit roasted, tohona ground and spontaneously fermented, Derrumbes Zacatecas is a rare opportunity to travel back in time to experience a more ancient expression of agave.

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Size: 750ML

Proof: 97.7 (48.85% ABV)

Origin: Mexico

Distillery: NOM-F283D

Derrumbes Zacatecas is made with agave Tequilana Weber, which is also commonly known as blue or azul agave. This agave is well known for its use in tequila, and the town of Huitzila, Zacatecas, where this mezcal is made, is very close to the Tequila Valley. The town is more well-known for mezcals that are made in a similar style of tequila, but the Bauelos family, who produce this Derrumbes mezcal, is one of the only regional distillers producing traditional mezcals. This mezcal is pit roasted, tahona milled, and traditionally fermented in stainless steel vats and distilled in copper stills.

Derrumbes Zacatecas Mezcal Tasting Notes

Nose: Smoky and spicy aroma.

Palate: A hint of citrus zest behind loads of green, vegetal agave notes, alongside lots of peppery spice and smoky grass.

Finish: A refreshing touch of menthol on the finish.