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Picaflor Espadin / Madrecuishe

Picaflor Espadin / Madrecuishe

Oaxaca

Picaflor Espadin Madrecuishe is a mezcal ensamble blending eighty percent espadin with twenty percent madrecuishe. The profile delivers distinct earthy tones characteristic of the karwinskii variety, presenting notes of nuts and wood. These elements balance the fruit and toffee sweetness derived from the espadin component. The combination results in a well structured spirit where the agave species complement each other effectively, creating a harmonious and layered drinking profile. This label offers a clear representation of its dual varietal composition without unnecessary complexity or added ingredients, ensuring the natural characteristics remain prominent in every sip.

Category:Mezcal

Style:Ensamble

NOM:NOM-O37X

Origin:Miahuatlán, Oaxaca

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Distillation:Copper

ABV:47.9%

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Extraction:Tahona

Plant:Espadín (Agave angustifolia), Karwinskii (Agave karwinskii)

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Flavor Profile

Certified by COMERCAM, Mexico's mezcal regulatory council
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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Citrus FruitsFruityFloralHerbalSpicedSweetness

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Picaflor Mezcal

About the Brand

Picaflor Mezcal is a project from Enmezcalarte, a group of Mexican importers who import high-end Mexican spirits into Spain. The group started the Picaflor project and brand to import products from small distillers from Oaxaca, for sale and distribution in Europe. Picaflor means hummingbird, a bird that mainly feeds on agave nectar in Oaxaca. The brand was founded in 2012 to work with traditional producers.

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