{"product_id":"banhez-joven-espadin-barril-mezcal-750ml","title":"Banhez Joven Espadín \u0026 Barril Mezcal 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eBanhez Joven is a co-op owned, co-op made mezcal from San Miguel Ejutla in the central valley of Oaxaca, a blend of 90% Espadín and 10% Barril agave bottled at 84 proof (42% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBanhez is owned and operated by a cooperative of more than 36 Zapotec farming families who share ownership and profits collectively and are committed to sustainable, fair-trade mezcal production, made the same way their ancestors have made it for nearly two centuries. The agave is roasted in underground wood-fired pits, crushed with donkey-pulled tahonas, fermented in wooden tanks and distilled in small batches in copper alembics. The cooperative's work earned Double Gold and Best Mezcal at the 2017 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nose leans toward roasted pineapple and tropical fruit with a subtle floral lift. The woody character of the wild Barril agave comes through the middle of the palate, adding structure beneath the Espadín's natural sweetness, and the finish carries light smoke and gentle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSmooth and balanced, good for sipping and great in cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMezcal is made by roasting agave hearts, traditionally in earthen pits, then crushing, fermenting and distilling them, a process that gives the spirit its characteristic smoky depth. Each agave variety and each village brings its own character, which is why enthusiasts love exploring small-batch bottlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMezcal and other agave spirits are traditionally sipped from a copita or a small clay cup, in small sips, often alongside orange slices dusted with sal de gusano. Many are made in tiny batches by individual families, so each bottle is a snapshot of a particular place, agave and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roasted pineapple, tropical fruit, floral lift.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet agave, woody Barril structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light smoke and gentle spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Banhez cooperative, San Miguel Ejutla, Oaxaca\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Joven mezcal ensamble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90% Espadín, 10% Barril\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood-fired pits, donkey-pulled tahona, wooden tanks, copper alembics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 84 proof (42% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it neat, or let its gentle smoke anchor a mezcal Margarita, a Paloma or a Mezcal Negroni.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho makes Banhez?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA cooperative of more than 36 farming families in San Miguel Ejutla, Oaxaca.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat agaves are used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e90% Espadín and 10% Barril.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow smoky is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBalanced, with light smoke and tropical fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mezcal\"\u003eMezcal collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Banhez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68029499310389,"sku":"VWS_200421497","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-27829.webp?v=1793730455","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/banhez-joven-espadin-barril-mezcal-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}