Mezcal
Zacal, Maguey Manso Sahuayo Joven
Brand Name
Zacal
Subcategory
Joven
Region, Country
Michoacán, Mexico
ABV
45%
Age
Non-age Statement
Distilled by Mezcal maestro, Milton Ochoa in the Michoacán region of Mexico, which lies further northwest than Oaxaca and is arguably the spiritual home of Mezcal, Zacal shines a light on the semi-wild Manso Sahuayo agave, which thrives in the highland volcanic earth of the region.
Nose
Herbs, black pepper, cut grass, mint, almond, smoke, cucumber
Palate
Smoke, cucumber, watermelon, pepper
Finish
Dry smoke, oak spice
The nose is sharp and herbal with cut grass, mint and fresh pepper backed by a light creaminess. Smoke is present but never dominant. The palate keeps that balance, adding cucumber, watermelon and candied fruit beside pepper heat. It closes quickly with a smoky, savoury dryness.
Style
Body
Richness
Smoke
Sweetness
Details
Company
Bottler
Bottle size
0.7L
Bottling date
2025
Cask strength
Chill-Filtered
Natural colour
Yes
Additives
No
