{"product_id":"mezcal-aleron-agave-cenizo-750ml","title":"Mezcal Alerón Agave Cenizo 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eMezcal Alerón is an artisanal mezcal made from 100% Agave Cenizo from the state of Durango, bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade from Cenizo agave aged 12 to 14 years, Alerón uses traditional techniques that maintain the true aromas and flavors of the agave. It was developed by master mezcalero Arturo Conde, a third-generation mezcalero, and produced in small batches in the highlands of Durango with slow roasting and natural fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBorn from an idea among friends, it is a light and delicious mezcal to enjoy with friends and family. Expect sweet floral notes and elegant smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tall, minimalist white-label bottle makes a refined 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\u003cp\u003eCenizo is an agave variety long used for mezcal in Durango, and it gives the spirit a distinctive regional character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDurango has a long mezcal tradition of its own, distinct from the better-known Oaxacan styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the plants grow for more than a decade before harvest, each bottle reflects years of patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe it at room temperature in a small glass to appreciate the florals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet florals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light agave with elegant smoke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and approachable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mezcal Alerón\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMezcalero:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arturo Conde, third generation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Cenizo, 12-14 years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mezcal artesanal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 proof (40% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Durango, 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 with orange slices, or mix a mango-habanero or hibiscus cocktail. It pairs with grilled meats, tlayudas or dark chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat agave is it made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e100% Cenizo agave from Durango, 12 to 14 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho makes it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThird-generation master mezcalero Arturo Conde.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it smoky?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has sweet florals with elegant smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mezcal\"\u003eMezcal collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mezcal Alerón","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023551131957,"sku":"VWS200431660","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-18922.webp?v=1793660913","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/mezcal-aleron-agave-cenizo-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}