Hacienda Oponguio Cupreata is an artisanal joven mezcal from Michoacán, made from Agave cupreata alone and bottled at 47% ABV (94 proof).
The mezcal is made by master mezcalero Miguel Ángel Jaramillo and his son Luis Ángel Jaramillo Zúñiga, with agave and production rooted in Erongarícuaro on the shores of Lake Pátzcuaro. The family vinata dates back to the early 20th century, and the Hacienda Oponguio brand was launched in 2015.
Like the Michoacán tradition demands, the mezcal is double distilled in a Tarascan-style still. Cupreata, a wild-growing agave of the region's mountain slopes, gives a lively, herbal and green character with a creamy texture.
Hacienda Oponguio also bottles an inaequidens and an ensamble of the two agaves; the Cupreata is the purest expression of the house.
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.
Specifications
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Producer: Hacienda Oponguio, Jaramillo family
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Maestro Mezcalero: Miguel Ángel Jaramillo
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Style: Mezcal Artesanal Joven
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Agave: Agave cupreata
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Distillation: Double distilled in a Tarascan-style still
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Proof / ABV: 94 proof (47% ABV)
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Region: Erongarícuaro, Michoacán, Mexico
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it neat from a copita at room temperature, with orange slices on the side. It pairs well with fresh cheese, grilled fish or green salsa.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who makes Hacienda Oponguio?
The Jaramillo family, led by master mezcalero Miguel Ángel Jaramillo, in Michoacán.
What agave is used?
Agave cupreata.
What proof is it?
94 proof, 47% ABV.
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