Origen Raiz Espadn Chacaleo

Description

Origen RaizEspadn Chacaleo is a mezcal made with maguey Chacaleo (Agave angustifolia) by Carlos Angulo Rios in El Platanar, Durango. This mezcal has a unique flavor profile that varies greatly from the maguey Espadin commonly found in Oaxaca. The Consejo Regulador del Mezcal that certifies mezcal required the brand to add Espadn to the title of this release, but this name is not used locally. Instead, the local producers refer to this as maguey Chacaleo.

Origen Raiz del Espiritu Mezcal is a partnership between the Saravia of Durango and the Corts of Oaxaca. Their shared passion united them for their culture and respect for their heritage. Asis Corts, one of the brand owners, is well known for his other mezcal projects, including Mezcal Dixeebe, El Jolgorio, Nuestra Soledad, and Agave de Cortes. The family also operates a mezcaleria named Mezcalogia, and Asis has a restaurant named Puro Burro in Oaxaca City.

Tasting Notes

• Aromas of sandalwood, cedar, red Tootsie Pops, artificial cherry scent, and spearmint.
• The palate is almost musty, with a bit of cracked pepper, shellfish, and new leather.

This mezcal is a testament to the families’ commitment to producing unique and high-quality mezcal that honors their cultural heritage and region’s natural beauty.