La Venenosa Tabernas Raicilla III Edición 750ml

La Venenosa Tabernas III Edición is a raicilla from El Mosco in the Sierra Occidental of Jalisco, bottled at 44% ABV.

It is made by the brothers Benito and José Salcedo Ríos, Los Hermanos: Benito farms the agave from seed, and José is the tabernero in charge of cooking, fermentation and distillation.

It is distilled from Chico Aguiar, a type of Agave angustifolia, and Agave maximiliana.

Expect sweet cooked agave with notes of vanilla cake, tropical fruit and a light thread of smoke.

A great introduction to raicilla, Jalisco's wild mountain cousin of mezcal.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Cooked agave, fruit and earth.
• Palate: Sweet vanilla cake with light smoke.
• Finish: Bright and clean.

Specifications

• Brand: La Venenosa
• Makers: Benito and José Salcedo Ríos
• Village: El Mosco, Jalisco
• Agave: Chico Aguiar (angustifolia) and maximiliana
• ABV: 44%
• Origin: Mexico
• Size: 750ml

How to Enjoy It

Sip it neat in a copita with orange slices, or mix a raicilla Paloma. Pair it with grilled fish and fresh mango.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is raicilla?
An agave spirit from the mountains and coast of Jalisco.

Who makes it?
The Salcedo Ríos brothers in El Mosco, Jalisco.

Which agaves are used?
Chico Aguiar and Agave maximiliana.

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