Derrumbes Michoacan
Aromas: Roasted agave, almonds, fresh-cut grass, and stone fruit. Also present: vanilla, cinnamon, and light smokiness.
Palate: Rich and silky with flavors of sweet agave, ripe tropical fruit, and toasted nuts. The finish is long, slightly creamy, and herbaceous.
Derrumbes Michoacán is produced using the traditional "Filipino-style" still, giving it a unique depth of flavor. The combination of Cupreata and Alto agaves creates a balanced and complex mezcal.
AGAVE TYPE: Cupreata & Alto (Agave Inaequidens)
REGION: Michoacán, Mexico
COOKING: Underground pit with oak and volcanic stones
EXTRACTION: Wooden mallet
WATER SOURCE: Natural spring
FERMENTATION: Open-air, Wild yeast, Wooden vats
DISTILLATION: 2x distilled
STILL: Filipino-style wood and copper hybrid
About the Distillery:
Crafted by maestro mezcalero Juan Mendez, this mezcal highlights the lesser-known but rich traditions of Michoacán mezcal production.
ABV/PROOF: 46% ABV
OTHER: No additives, Handcrafted, Small-batch
Derrumbes Michoacan