La Venenosa Raicilla Sierra Occidental de Jalisco 750ml

La Venenosa Sierra Occidental is a raicilla made by maestro tabernero Rubén Peña Fuentes in the mountains of Mascota, Jalisco, at about 1,500 meters, bottled at 42% ABV.

It is made from Agave maximiliana, also called lechuguilla, which Peña grows from seed.

The agave is roasted in an adobe oven with black oak, fermented in 200-liter vats and single distilled in a hybrid Filipino-Arabic still.

La Venenosa was founded by Chef Esteban Morales, who travelled across Jalisco to find the finest raicilla makers in each region.

Its black label with the white spiral is a mark of one of raicilla's most respected producers.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Green agave, fruit and wild herbs.
• Palate: Bright and earthy, with tropical fruit and gentle smoke.
• Finish: Clean and lingering.

Specifications

• Brand: La Venenosa
• Tabernero: Rubén Peña Fuentes
• Agave: Maximiliana (lechuguilla)
• Distillation: Single, hybrid Filipino-Arabic still
• ABV: 42%
• Origin: Mascota, Jalisco, Mexico
• Size: 750ml

How to Enjoy It

Sip it neat at room temperature from a small glass. Pair it with ceviche, grilled fish and fresh fruit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who makes it?
Maestro tabernero Rubén Peña Fuentes in Mascota, Jalisco.

What agave is used?
Agave maximiliana, grown from seed.

How strong is it?
This lot is 42% ABV.

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