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The result is a spirit that earns its place among the most distinctive artesanal mezcals available today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduced in San Juan del Rio, Oaxaca, this mezcal begins with a traditional blend of espadin and tobala maguey hearts slow-roasted in an earthen pit oven, then crushed by a burro-pulled tahona stone before distillation in copper alambique pot stills. The finished spirit is then rested in Sauvignon Blanc barrels from the Napa Valley, a finishing technique that adds a layer of vinous complexity rarely found in the category.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floral and inviting, with light woody vanilla, mandarin orange citrus, and a whisper of earth and clay beneath gentle smoke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark cherry and citrus fruit lead, layered with stone, clay, and soft herbal vegetal notes characteristic of a well-crafted tobala ensamble.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm and lingering, with subtle smoke, mineral earthiness, and a soft sweetness carried forward by the wine barrel influence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCodigo 1530 Mezcal Artesanal 84.4 shines neat or on a large ice cube, but its fruit-forward complexity also makes it a compelling backbone for a Mezcal Negroni or a smoky Oaxacan Old Fashioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest enjoyed slowly to appreciate the full depth of its heritage, this artesanal mezcal is crafted from espadin and tobala agave grown in the celebrated mezcal-producing region of San Juan del Rio, Oaxaca.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Codigo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41943110385853,"sku":"CODIGOMEZ84","price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/3772\/0897\/products\/codigoartes_1200x_1711f7d8-238b-454a-9385-79f593fc702f.jpg?v=1665612882"},{"product_id":"yola-mezcal","title":"Yola 1971 Mezcal","description":"\u003cp\u003eA recipe born in 1971 and passed down through generations, Yola 1971 Mezcal is a celebration of Oaxacan tradition, feminine craftsmanship, and the wild complexity of two agaves united in a single bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduced at Yola Distillery in San Juan del Rio, Oaxaca, this mezcal is crafted from a blend of espadin and madre cuishe agaves, following a family recipe that founder Yola Jimenez inherited from her grandfather. Every bottle is produced and bottled exclusively by women employed at fair wages, making each pour a statement of both quality and purpose. NOM 524.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet citrus, fresh cut grass, and a warm undercurrent of butterscotch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prominent citrus and earthy smoke lead the way, joined by cool mint, green pepper, bright lime, and a full-flavored agave core with a slightly oily, richly textured mouthfeel and beautiful minerality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e A long and pleasant finish that drifts into sweet vanilla and cinnamon, lingering warmly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYola 1971 Mezcal shines equally neat and in cocktails. Its citrus-forward complexity and smoky depth make it a natural fit for a Mezcal Negroni or an Oaxacan Old Fashioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest enjoyed neat to appreciate its full layered character, though equally at home in craft cocktails. Made from espadin and madre cuishe agaves, produced in San Juan del Rio, Oaxaca.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yola","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42976790315197,"sku":"YOLAMEZ","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/3772\/0897\/files\/HR-YOLA-1971_White.jpg?v=1692640677"},{"product_id":"yola-mezcal-jabali","title":"Yola Mezcal Jabali","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of only 500 bottles in existence, Yola Mezcal Jabali is a rare wild-release mezcal built around one of the most elusive agaves in all of Oaxaca. The bottle itself is a work of art, designed by celebrated artist Barbara Sanchez-Kane, but the spirit inside is the real treasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduced in San Juan del Rio, Oaxaca under NOM 524, this limited expression sources foraged Jabali agave grown entirely in the wild rather than cultivated. 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