Chacolo Brocha
$139.00
Chacolo Brocha is a traditional artisanal agave spirit (destilado de agave) crafted by the Partida family in Zapotitlan de Vadillo, Jalisco, Mexico.
Overview & Production
Producer: The Partida family (5th generation)
Region: Zapotitlán de Vadillo, Jalisco, Mexico
Agave Type: Agave angustifolia (Brocha, a sub-varietal related to Espadín) [
Method: Cooked in underground ovens, hand-milled with axes, naturally fermented in wooden vats using mountain spring water, and double-distilled in traditional Filipino-style stills.
Capón Process: Agaves often undergo the capón method where the reproductive stalk (quiote) is cut, but the plant is left alive in the ground for over 3 years to concentrate sugars.
Flavor Profile & Notes
Aroma: Pronounced mint, cilantro, fresh ginger, and herbal notes.
Palate: Thick and oily texture with flavors of sweet potato, milk chocolate, caramel, vanilla, mint, and subtle earthiness.