{"product_id":"the-lost-explorer-mezcal-espadin-8-year-750ml","title":"The Lost Explorer Mezcal Espadín 8 Year 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 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).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe illustrated label makes it a handsome gift for mezcal newcomers and fans alike.\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\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh herbs, fire-pit wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Agave, mesquite, red apple, ripe fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, fruity, light smoke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Lost Explorer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaestro Mezcalero:\u003c\/strong\u003e Don Fortino Ramos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e Espadín, 8 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 84 proof (42% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e San Pablo Huixtepec, Oaxaca, 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 mezcal Paloma or Negroni. It pairs with grilled meats, apple desserts or tacos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho makes it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaestro Mezcalero Don Fortino Ramos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow old is the agave?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEight years at harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow smoky is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMild, with sweet and herbaceous notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mezcal\"\u003eMezcal collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Lost Explorer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023568498997,"sku":"VWS_200421521","price":47.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-20552.webp?v=1793661615","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/the-lost-explorer-mezcal-espadin-8-year-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}