Espadín (Agave Angustifolia)

The most common agave species in the production of mezcal. These are the largest and quickest agave to mature hence the popularity among Mezcaleros.

Agave: Angustifolia (Espadín)

Category: Artisanal Mezcal Joven

Alcohol Content: 45% Alc. Vol.

Type: 100% Agave

Age of Agave: 6 to 8 years

Production: 20lbs of agave per liter of mezcal bottled

Origin: San Dionisio Ocotepec, Oaxaca

Scarcity: 86% of all Mezcal produced in 2023 was 100% Espadín- COMERCAM

Espadín growing in central valley Oaxaca

Tasting Notes

Nose: Floral, musk, Wet earth, Corn silk, Grapefruit

Taste: Light smoke, Corn, Sweet on lips, Long dry finish, Pink peppercorn, Guava