{"title":"Mezcal from Etla, Oaxaca","description":"\u003cp\u003eEtla is the valley at the northwestern end of Oaxaca's Valles Centrales, about 17 km from Oaxaca City. Villa de Etla, its main town, sits at about 1,660 meters on a flat, fertile valley floor with a temperate climate, and its Wednesday market is known for the local white cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bozal-cempasuchil-mezcal","title":"Bozal Cempasuchil Mezcal","description":"\u003cp\u003eA mezcal that honors the sacred and the sensory in equal measure, Bozal Cempasuchil is crafted by placing marigold flowers alongside native orange peel, ripe mango, and guava directly into the still during final distillation. The result is a spirit as vivid and layered as the Dia de Muertos tradition it celebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduced using ancestral clay pot stills, Bozal Cempasuchil Mezcal follows the time-honored methods of traditional Mezcal production that define Bozal's commitment to craft. The Cempasuchil flower, a native Mexican marigold believed to guide spirits of the deceased back to the living world, lends this expression its name, its floral character, and the stunning engraved imagery on every bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright marigold and tropical fruit lift from the glass, with native citrus peel and a warm, earthy smoke underneath that grounds the bouquet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lush notes of mango and guava intertwine with marigold blossom, orange zest, and the subtle clay-kissed minerality that comes from ancestral pot still distillation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and gently floral, with a lingering sweetness of tropical fruit and a whisper of smoke that fades gracefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eBozal Cempasuchil shines served neat in a wide copita where its floral aromatics can fully open. For cocktail lovers, it makes a stunning centerpiece in a mezcal sour or a smoky tropical twist on a Paloma, where the fruit and citrus notes are amplified beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest enjoyed neat or over a single large ice cube to let its floral and tropical complexity evolve. Bozal Cempasuchil Mezcal is an expression that rewards slow, thoughtful sipping and makes a remarkable centerpiece on any spirits shelf or Dia de Muertos ofrenda.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bozal Mezcal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44138343989437,"sku":"BOZALCEMPASUCHIL","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/3772\/0897\/files\/8EE585F3-A273-4A60-B88E-5E5E4AC15DB4.jpg?v=1749654476"},{"product_id":"calenda-mezcal","title":"Calenda Mezcal","description":"\u003cp\u003eCalenda Mezcal is a spirit that embodies the soulful craft and centuries-old tradition at the heart of Mexican mezcal culture. Rooted in artisanal practice and reverence for the agave plant, Calenda delivers the kind of authentic, expressive character that defines premium mezcal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduced using time-honored mezcal-making techniques, Calenda honors the slow-roasting of agave hearts in earthen pits, traditional milling, and open-air fermentation that give mezcal its unmistakable depth and complexity. Each bottle reflects the hands-on dedication of its makers and the land from which the agave is sourced.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inviting aromas of roasted agave, earthy smoke, and subtle herbal notes that draw you into its artisanal character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rich, layered experience of smoky agave sweetness, dried fruit, and warming spice with a satisfying complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and gently smoky, with lingering mineral and botanical notes that invite another sip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCalenda Mezcal shines in a classic Mezcal Negroni, where its smoky depth plays beautifully against bitter aperitivo and sweet vermouth. It is equally at home in a Mezcal Margarita, lending a rustic, artisanal edge to every glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest enjoyed neat or over a large ice cube to let its full character unfold. Calenda Mezcal is an exceptional choice for those exploring the rich world of artisanal mezcal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Calenda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45142918791357,"sku":"CalendaMezcal","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/3772\/0897\/files\/IMG-4969.jpg?v=1749665626"}],"url":"https:\/\/siptequila.com\/collections\/etla-oaxaca.oembed","provider":"Sip Tequila","version":"1.0","type":"link"}