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Cantaro Chumpeate Tobala

Cantaro Chumpeate Tobala

Oaxaca

Cantaro Chumpeate Tobala is a Joven mezcal defined by wet earth and bright vegetal aromas alongside vanilla frosting. The palate opens with saline sweetness from agave, leading into grassy green notes and creamy lactic vanilla. Hints of chocolate appear but remain overshadowed by a heavy sense of minerality that dominates the finish. This profile reflects Celerino’s signature salinity, which provides a consistent and enjoyable character throughout the drinking process. The combination of these elements creates a distinct identity rooted in its specific agave species and production methods.

Category:Mezcal

Style:Joven

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Origin:San Luis Amatlan, Oaxaca

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Distillation:Copper

ABV:48-50%

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Extraction:Tahona

Plant:Tobalá (Agave potatorum)

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Flavor Profile

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Citrus FruitsFruityFloralHerbalSpicedSweetness
Visual Phase

Visual Phase

Color: Crystalline, very bright, with slight cold flashes could be perceived such as silver, very faint bluish or cold light gray under certain lighting conditions. Clarity: Clean and transparent, without impurities or turbidity.

Olfactory Phase

Olfactory Phase

Aromatic profile with a combination of citrus, fruity, herbal and sweet notes. Aromas of pineapple, tangerine and grapefruit stand out, accompanied by apple yellow, mint and cinnamon, along with a sweet caramel note. The intensity aromatic is average, as is the alcoholic sensation.

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Taste Phase

Taste Phase

Citrus and spicy taste profile, with defined flavors of mandarin, grapefruit and cinnamon, which provide a fresh and vibrant acidity. Sweet notes of pineapple are perceived and a sweetness reminiscent of caramel. Acidic flavors predominate, accompanied by a subtle sweetness. The alcoholic sensation is medium-low. The aftertaste shows an average persistence, dominated by citrus notes and fruity. Notes of pineapple, orange and lime are perceived. The alcoholic sensation and astringency is low, allowing the final notes to be expressed clearly and softness.

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🍍Pineapple
🍊Tangerine
🍎Apple
🫚Ginger
🪵Cinnamon
🥭Mango
🍊Grapefruit
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About the Brand

Cantaro Chumpeate Mezcal is produced by 4th generation mezcalero Celerino Garcia Garcia and the brand is run by his son. They work with 10 different types of agaves and they let 100% of their agaves mature to capon, ensuring the quality of their mezcal.

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