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Villasuso Salmiana

Villasuso Salmiana

Guanajuato

Villasuso Salmiana is a joven mezcal defined by its unique steam-cooked production method. This silvestre spirit contains zero smoke, as the agave and stills rely entirely on steam. The profile is savory rather than typical, featuring distinct notes of olive and bread. It presents an unctuous saline smoothness on the palate that challenges conventional expectations of mezcal. This approach creates a delicious and complex spirit that stands apart from traditional smoky styles. The result is a refined taste rooted in its specific silvestre origins and gentle processing techniques.

Category:Mezcal

Style:Joven

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Origin:Guanajuato

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Distillation:Copper

ABV:36-40%

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Extraction:Tahona

Plant:Verde / Salmiana (Agave salmiana)

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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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About the Brand

Mezcal Villasuso is a family-run mezcal brand based in Jaral de Berrio, Guanajuato, with roots dating back to the early 20th century. Founded by Don Manuel Villasuso, a maestro mezcalero who began producing mezcal after the Mexican Revolution, the brand has been passed down through generations and is now led by his granddaughter’s husband, Pedro Valdés. Pedro, his wife Malena Villasuso, and their family oversee all aspects of production, maintaining traditional methods such as steam cooking, stone milling, and copper distillation. Their work reflects a commitment to preserving both the heritage of mezcal production and the legacy of their family’s role in the development of agave spirits in central Mexico. Learn more about our visit to Mezcal Villasuso in the blog Mezcal Villasuso: Smokeless mezcal from Guanajuato

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