{"product_id":"don-amado-mezcal-artesanal-rustico-94-proof-750ml","title":"Don Amado Mezcal Artesanal Rústico 94 Proof 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eDon Amado Rústico is a strong Espadín mezcal from Santa Catarina Minas, Oaxaca, made by the most traditional and rustic of the palenque methods and bottled at 94 proof (47% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDon Amado's mezcaleros handcraft their mezcals from 100% mature highland agave. The agave hearts are roasted in wood-burning earthen pits, and the juices are distilled in traditional Oaxacan ceramic-and-bamboo pot stills, the small clay stills of an ancient method that honours a sixteenth-century production tradition native to Oaxaca and gives Don Amado its distinctive smoky flavour and herbal bouquet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has notes of fruit, minerals and clay. The clay-pot still is prevalent on the nose, with aromatics leaning towards ash, crushed walnuts, roasted corn and savoury spice. A bright, citrus Espadín palate is well balanced against caramel, butterscotch and fresh herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe most traditional expression in the Don Amado range, it makes a fine gift for mezcal lovers.\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 Ash, crushed walnut, roasted corn and savoury spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright citrus Espadín, caramel, butterscotch and herbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fruit, minerals and clay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Don Amado\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mezcal Artesanal, Joven\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Espadín, highland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clay and bamboo pot stills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 94 proof (47% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Santa Catarina Minas, Oaxaca, Mexico\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\u003eSip it neat from a copita with orange slices. It pairs with mole, grilled meats or roasted corn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it distilled?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn traditional clay and bamboo pot stills.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat agave is used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e100% Espadín.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSanta Catarina Minas, Oaxaca.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tequila\"\u003eTequila collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Don Amado","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023531241781,"sku":"VWS_200420894","price":55.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-17686.webp?v=1793659360","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/don-amado-mezcal-artesanal-rustico-94-proof-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}