Mezcalero No. 18

Mezcalero No. 18 is a small-batch ensamble of Madrecuishe and Bicuixe, two wild Karwinskii agaves known for their earthy, vegetal complexity. Distilled in Oaxaca’s Sierra Sur by a traditional maestro mezcalero, this bottle delivers a refined, high-elevation take on agave’s wilder side.

Expect aromas of eucalyptus, dried herbs, and desert wildflowers. On the palate, it’s structured and savory with notes of green peppercorn, pine resin, dried citrus, and clay smoke. The mouthfeel is dry yet elegant, with a long mineral finish that rewards slow sipping.

A rare find with balanced power and finesse—this one’s for mezcal geeks and collectors alike.

🔎 Details
Producer: Mezcalero
Maestro Mezcalero: Confidential (Sierra Sur)
Agaves: Madrecuishe (A. karwinskii), Bicuixe (A. karwinskii)
Origin: Sierra Sur, Oaxaca, Mexico
Process: Roasted in conical earthen pit, crushed by tahona, wild fermentation, double distilled in copper stills
ABV: Varies by batch (~47–49%)
Tasting Notes: Dried herbs, pine, citrus peel, green peppercorn, clay smoke
Recommended Serving: Neat in a copita

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