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Del Maguey Vida Mezcal

750ml & 84 Proof

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Del Maguey Vida Mezcal is a Mezcal from the Del Maguey Mezcal brand hailing from Mexico.

What is Del Maguey Vida Mezcal?

Del Maguey Vida Mezcal stands out for its accessibility and versatility, offering a smooth entry point into the world of artisanal mezcals without sacrificing authenticity. Interestingly, the agave plants used to make Vida are often cultivated on steep mountainsides, sometimes at angles of up to 45 degrees, requiring harvesters to develop exceptional balance and strength to work in these challenging conditions.

Why do we love Del Maguey Vida Mezcal?

Del Maguey Vida Mezcal stands out for its approachable yet complex flavor profile, making it an excellent introduction to the world of mezcal for cocktail enthusiasts. This single-village mezcal is crafted from 100% Espadín agave in San Luis del Río, Oaxaca, using traditional production methods that result in a balanced smoky character with notes of tropical fruit, making it versatile enough for sipping neat or as a distinctive base spirit in cocktails.

How do you drink Del Maguey Vida Mezcal?

Del Maguey Vida Mezcal shines when sipped neat or on the rocks, allowing its complex smoky and fruity notes to unfold on the palate, but it also makes an excellent base for agave-forward cocktails. This versatile spirit is perfect year-round, pairing beautifully with grilled meats and spicy dishes in the summer, while offering a warming embrace during cooler months alongside rich, hearty fare like mole or barbacoa.

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Nose: Smoke and roasted agave dominate, accompanied by citrus, tropical fruit, and herbal notes. There's a hint of vanilla and caramel sweetness, balanced by earthy minerals.

Palate: Smoky and vegetal flavors lead, followed by green apple, lime, and black pepper. The mouthfeel is oily and full-bodied. Subtle hints of cinnamon and dark chocolate emerge as it opens up.

Finish: Long and warming with lingering smoke. Dried fruit and spice notes fade slowly, leaving a pleasant minerality and slight bitterness reminiscent of unsweetened cocoa.

Del Maguey Vida Mezcal is crafted using traditional methods in the village of San Luis del Rio, Oaxaca. The hearts of espadin agave are roasted in earthen pits, crushed by a horse-drawn stone tahona, fermented in wooden vats, and then double-distilled in copper pot stills, resulting in a smoky, complex spirit that captures the essence of its terroir.

  • Del Maguey Vida Mezcal is made from wild-harvested maguey Espadín agave plants that are often over 8 years old. Unlike many commercially grown agaves, these plants develop complex flavors by surviving harsh desert conditions without human intervention.
  • The traditional production process for Del Maguey Vida includes roasting agave hearts in underground pit ovens lined with river rocks. This step, which can take up to a week, imparts the mezcal's signature smoky notes using a method that dates back over 500 years.
  • Each bottle of Del Maguey Vida contains mezcal from multiple small-batch distillations, which are then blended to achieve a consistent flavor profile. This technique, known as "ensamble," allows the master mezcalero to balance variations in individual batches while honoring the artisanal production method.
  • Main Ingredient: Agave Espadin
    Country of Origin: Mexico

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    • Jarad C.
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      I recommend this product
      Age Range 35 - 44
      I'm More Into: Cocktails AND Sipping
      My Spirit of Choice (if forced to choose!) Mezcal
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      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      Great smoke

      Curiada = awesome. Vida is my favorite mezcal. Do not be fooled by higher prices. This has great smoke and if you like smoky mezcal, you will LOVE Vida. It's our go-to. I'll take Vida over most $100+ mezcals.

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