The Lost Explorer Espadín is a sustainable artisanal mezcal from San Pablo Huixtepec in Oaxaca's Valles Centrales, made from Espadín agave that grows for eight years before harvest and bottled at 84 proof (42% ABV).
The Lost Explorer was co-founded by David de Rothschild and Thor Björgólfsson in partnership with Maestro Mezcalero Don Fortino Ramos, who has 40 years of mezcal distilling experience. Each small batch is handcrafted with a sustainable approach in tune with the rhythms of nature, and the mezcal is double distilled.
A sweet and herbaceous expression, it is well balanced with hints of red apple and ripe fruit and a mild smoky layer to finish. The aroma brings fresh herbs with hints of wood from the fire pit; the taste shows chopped agave, mesquite, sweet red apple and ripe fruit; the finish is smooth and fruity with a slight smoked wood note.
The illustrated label makes it a handsome gift for mezcal newcomers and fans alike.
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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Aroma: Fresh herbs, fire-pit wood.
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Palate: Agave, mesquite, red apple, ripe fruit.
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Finish: Smooth, fruity, light smoke.
Specifications
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Brand: The Lost Explorer
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Maestro Mezcalero: Don Fortino Ramos
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Agave: Espadín, 8 years
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Distillation: Double
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Proof / ABV: 84 proof (42% ABV)
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Region: San Pablo Huixtepec, Oaxaca, Mexico
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it neat with orange slices, or mix a mezcal Paloma or Negroni. It pairs with grilled meats, apple desserts or tacos.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who makes it?
Maestro Mezcalero Don Fortino Ramos.
How old is the agave?
Eight years at harvest.
How smoky is it?
Mild, with sweet and herbaceous notes.
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