Fidencio Clásico is a 100% Espadín mezcal from Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca, made by the Jiménez family and twice distilled in a wood-fired alembic still to 88 proof (44% ABV).
Fidencio launched in 2009 and has remained a strong presence thanks to the Jiménez family's dedication to quality over quantity. Espadín plants at least a decade old are harvested by hand, in tribute to Zapotec heritage under a new moon, then split by axe and roasted underground over embers of encino (black oak). Distilled twice in a traditional wood-fired alembic similar to those used in Cognac and only slightly diluted, it was awarded Double Gold, 99 points and named a Top Five Mezcal at the 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
It retains the traditional body, sharp grassy notes and long savory mid-palate of a classic Espadín, with a nicely mineral and smoky nose and touches of vanilla and lemon.
The classic label makes it a great gift for mezcal fans.
Mezcal 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.
Mezcal 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.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Mineral, smoke.
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Palate: Grassy, savory, vanilla, lemon.
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Finish: Long and savory.
Specifications
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Producer: Jiménez family, Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca
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Style: Joven mezcal artesanal
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Agave: 100% Espadín, 10+ years
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Distillation: Twice, wood-fired alembic
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Proof / ABV: 88 proof (44% ABV)
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
A mainstay for home bartending: sip it neat with orange slices or mix a Mezcal Margarita or Negroni.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is it made?
Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca.
How is it distilled?
Twice in a wood-fired alembic still.
Has it won awards?
Double Gold, 99 points at the 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
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