Aromas: Intense and complex with herbal, floral, fruity, and toasted notes, complemented by hints of candy.

Palate: Fresh mint, fruity nuances, and subtle dried chili flavors, including guajillo and pasilla. Warm with a slightly soft texture, good intensity, and excellent persistence.

Don Mateo Cupreata is crafted by maestro mezcalero Emilio Vieyra, whose family has been producing mezcal for six generations. The agave Cupreata used in this mezcal is cultivated in the highlands above Morelia, Michoacán, at an average altitude of 7,500 feet. The terroir is characterized by sandy soil and moderate rainfall, contributing to the unique profile of this mezcal.

AGAVE TYPE: Cupreata (Agave Cupreata)
REGION: Michoacán, Mexico
COOKING: Earthen pit with oak and volcanic stones
EXTRACTION: Hand-crushed with wooden mallets
WATER SOURCE: Natural spring
FERMENTATION: Open-air, Wild yeast, Wooden vats
DISTILLATION: 2x distilled
STILL: Filipino-style wood and copper hybrid

About the Distillery:
Don Mateo mezcals are produced by maestro mezcalero Emilio Vieyra, using traditional methods passed down through generations. The Cupreata agave thrives in the volcanic soils of Michoacán, giving the mezcal its distinctive minerality.

ABV/PROOF: 46% ABV
OTHER: No additives, Handcrafted, Small-batch