{"product_id":"tepanal-tobala","title":"Tepanal Tobala","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom the hands of master distiller Rafael \"Rafa\" Garcia Aragon comes this rare expression of Arroqueño, a massive agave variety known for its complexity and long maturation. Part of an incredibly limited run of only 132 bottles, this mezcal is a masterclass in the Ancestral method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrue to the name\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sftequilashop.com\/collections\/tepanal-ancestral-agave-spirits\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTepanal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, referencing the \"hill of honeycombs\" of old Santa Maria Sola, this spirit is a labor of love. Every step of the process honors 16th-century traditions: from the hand-carved Montezuma Cypress (Sabino) fermentation canoes to the slow, meticulous double distillation in clay pots. Distilled in September 2021, this batch captures the specific terroir of the Oaxacan spring water and wild yeasts unique to Rafa’s distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAroma: Deep and savory. It opens with rich notes of roasted cocoa and damp forest floor, followed by an elegant perfume of dried herbs, cantaloupe, and a hint of dark chocolate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePalate: Powerful yet remarkably smooth at 50% ABV. The clay pot distillation provides a heavy, creamy texture. You’ll find flavors of cooked agave sweetness, cinnamon, and a distinct vegetal backbone typical of the Arroqueño variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: An enduring, complex finish. The \"Ancestral\" signature is clear here—expect a dry, mineral snap accompanied by a lingering, spicy warmth and a touch of tropical fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"RockSteady","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47993324306593,"sku":null,"price":124.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0516\/8011\/6897\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_f422d0c0-8384-47ad-a067-0076e6687780.jpg?v=1790970691","url":"https:\/\/tahonastore.com\/products\/tepanal-tobala","provider":"Tahona Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}