{"product_id":"koch-el-mezcal-ensamble-angustifolia-karwinskii-750ml","title":"Koch El Mezcal Ensamble Angustifolia \u0026 Karwinskii 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eKoch El Mezcal Ensamble is an artisanal mezcal from Río de Ejutla, Oaxaca, made by Maestro Mezcalero Adrián Bautista from Agave angustifolia and Agave karwinskii, bottled at 94 proof (47% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKoch El Mezcal de Oaxaca was created in 2009 when founder Carlos resumed his family tradition and teamed up with fifth-generation maestro mezcalero Pedro Hernández, with the goal of preserving and promoting mezcal culture. This ensamble is a collaboration from Río de Ejutla, where Adrián Bautista blends Espadín (angustifolia) with the earthier karwinskii using traditional methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt opens with bright aromatics of fresh lemongrass and invigorating mint, developing leather notes as it breathes, with a sweet agave funk, dried banana and the green pepper and earthy, rustic edge characteristic of karwinskii; pleasantly balanced at full strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe geometric green label makes it a striking gift.\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 Lemongrass, mint, leather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet agave, dried banana, green pepper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Earthy and balanced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Koch El Mezcal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaestro:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adrián Bautista\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e Angustifolia and karwinskii\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Joven ensamble mezcal, 100% agave\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 Río de Ejutla, 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 in a copita with orange slices, or mix a mezcal Paloma. It pairs with tlayudas, grilled chiles or mole.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat agaves are used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAngustifolia (Espadín) and karwinskii.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho makes it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaestro Mezcalero Adrián Bautista in Río de Ejutla.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it taste?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLemongrass, mint, sweet agave and an earthy green-pepper edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mezcal\"\u003eMezcal collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koch El Mezcal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023583605045,"sku":"VWS_200420180","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-22268.webp?v=1793662167","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/koch-el-mezcal-ensamble-angustifolia-karwinskii-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}