Mezcal de Leyendas Maguey Jabalí is a limited production artisanal mezcal blanco made from 100% wild Agave convallis in Oaxaca. Bottled at 50.1% ABV, it is crafted by master distiller Cosme Tucho Hernández Martínez from agaves aged ten to fourteen years in San Baltazar Guelavila.
Jabalí, named for the wild boar, is one of the most challenging agaves to distil: it tends to foam during distillation and often needs extra care and multiple runs. Mezcal de Leyendas double distils it in a copper pot still after the traditional pit roast, preserving its distinctive character.
The aroma brings spices and dried chiles, and the flavour is meaty, with notes of overripe fruit, a bold, savoury mezcal that rewards slow sipping.
The squat bottle with its cork and twine stopper features a photographic label of the agave landscape and a yellow band naming the maguey. It is a prized bottle for mezcal explorers.
Sip it from a copita and let it open; its savoury depth makes it a fascinating counterpoint to lighter espadín mezcals.
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.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Spices and dried chiles.
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Palate: Meaty, with notes of overripe fruit.
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Finish: Savoury and lingering.
Specifications
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Producer: Mezcal de Leyendas (Cosme Hernández Martínez)
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Style: Mezcal Artesanal, Blanco
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Expression / Batch: Maguey Jabalí, limited production
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Proof / ABV: 100.2 proof (50.1% ABV)
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Cask / Finish: 100% Agave convallis, 10-14 years; double distilled in copper pot still
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Region: San Baltazar Guelavila, Oaxaca, Mexico
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it slowly from a copita at room temperature, with orange slices if you like. It pairs with mole, grilled meats or dark chocolate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jabalí agave?
Agave convallis, a wild agave named for the wild boar and known for being difficult to distil.
Who makes it?
Master distiller Cosme Tucho Hernández Martínez in San Baltazar Guelavila, Oaxaca.
What proof is it?
It is bottled at 50.1% ABV.
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