Se Busca Joven is an artisanal mezcal made from 100% Espadín in San Juan del Río, Oaxaca, by maestros mezcaleros Rodolfo and Mary López Sosa, bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV).
Se Busca means "wanted" and is a tribute to the brave women of the Mexican Revolution, the Adelitas and Soldaderas, who stood shoulder to shoulder with men in battle; as unapologetic as the mezcal, they were the outlaws of their time. It is distilled at the family-owned López Sosa palenque, which has made mezcal artisanally for more than 50 years. It earned a Gold Medal and 94 points from the Beverage Tasting Institute in 2023 and 93 points and a Publisher's Pick from Tasting Panel.
Cooked agave and mesquite lead the nose, followed by a palate of nuts, fruit and green vegetables with bright herbal and citrus notes, landing in a sweet, weighted finish with a mellow spicy kick.
The wanted-poster label makes it a bold gift.
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.
Mezcal 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.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Cooked agave, mesquite.
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Palate: Nuts, fruit, green vegetables, citrus.
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Finish: Sweet, weighted, mellow spice.
Specifications
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Mezcaleros: Rodolfo and Mary López Sosa
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Style: Joven mezcal artesanal
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Agave: 100% Espadín
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Proof / ABV: 80 proof (40% ABV)
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Region: San Juan del Río, Oaxaca
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Enjoy it neat or on the rocks, or mix a smoky Margarita or Mezcal Paloma. It pairs with tacos al pastor, grilled vegetables or mole.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Se Busca mean?
Wanted, a tribute to the women of the Mexican Revolution.
Who makes it?
Maestros mezcaleros Rodolfo and Mary López Sosa.
How does it taste?
Cooked agave and mesquite, with nuts, fruit and a mellow spicy finish.
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