Lalocura, Destilado de agave, Cuishe 2024 (50.3%, 70cl)
Lalocura, Destilado de agave, Cuishe 2024 (50.3%, 70cl)
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- Lalocura - is Eduardo "Lalo" Angeles's, own brand of Ancestral Mezcal and he is widely considered as one of the best Master Mezcaleros in the world. Him and his family also ran Real Minero, and if you pay close attention to the labels on your old treasures, you will spot his name on many of those bottles as well together with his late father Lorenzo.
All agaves are allowed to mature fully, spontaneous fermentation of the agave juices in wooden vats, all done by hand and distilled in clay pots acording to ancestral methods. A collection of some of the most magical juices you will find.
Crafted from the Cuishe agave (Agave rhodacantha), this expression showcases traditional production methods and the rich heritage of the region.
Product Details:
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Attribute |
Details |
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Maguey/Agave |
Cuishe (Agave rhodacantha) |
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Maestro Mezcalero |
Eduardo “Lalo” Ángeles Carreño |
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Location |
Santa Catarina Minas, Oaxaca, Mexico |
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Elevation |
Approximately 1,500 meters above sea level |
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Batch Size |
Approximately 180 liters |
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Oven |
Traditional earthen pit oven with encino oak roasting over five days |
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Milling |
Hand-mashed using wooden mallets in a cement trough |
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Fermentation |
Open-air fermentation in Mexican cypress wood vats with spring water for 11 to 16 days |
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Distillation |
Double distilled in clay pot stills (olla de barro) |
Tasting Notes:
This mezcal presents a complex yet approachable nose, offering earthy aromas with hints of sage and papaya. On the palate, it delivers rich and balanced flavors, featuring notes of vanilla, dried apricots, and a subtle minerality reminiscent of clay. The finish is lingering, with nuances of cinnamon sticks and pecans.
