Mocel Mezcal Artesanal Cupreata 2023 is a small-batch mezcal from Michoacán, Mexico, made from Agave cupreata by maestro mezcalero Juan Pérez in Santas Marías. It is bottled at 48% ABV, and Mocel's mezcal was awarded Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
Cupreata is a wild agave of the mountains of Michoacán and Guerrero, prized for its earthy, herbal character. Mocel distils in wooden stills unique to Michoacán, using only agave and water and centuries-old artisanal methods, and each batch is labelled by year to capture its season.
The Cupreata expression balances earthiness with bright, herbaceous notes. Earlier lots have shown grassy and earthy aromas reminiscent of tepeztate, a little peppery kick and gentle smoke, a profile that rewards slow sipping.
The tall, sculptural bottle with its pale finish and minimalist label is striking on any shelf, and it makes an elegant gift for a mezcal enthusiast exploring beyond Oaxaca.
Pour it into a copita and let it breathe; the herbal and earthy layers unfold gradually as the mezcal opens. Michoacán mezcal is still little known outside Mexico, and Mocel's small, dated batches are a rewarding way to discover the region's distinctive style, quite different from the more familiar mezcals of Oaxaca.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Earthy and grassy, with herbal brightness.
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Palate: Earthy and herbaceous, with a peppery kick and gentle smoke.
Specifications
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Producer: Mocel (maestro mezcalero Juan Pérez)
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Style: Mezcal Artesanal
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Expression / Batch: Cupreata 2023
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Proof / ABV: 96 proof (48% ABV)
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Cask / Finish: Agave cupreata; wooden still distillation
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Region: Santas Marías, Michoacán, Mexico
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it slowly from a copita at room temperature, with orange slices on the side if you like. It pairs with grilled meats, carnitas or citrus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What agave is used?
Agave cupreata, a wild agave from the mountains of Michoacán.
How is it distilled?
In wooden stills, a tradition unique to Michoacán.
What proof is it?
It is bottled at 48% ABV, or 96 proof.
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