Brand
Siglo Cero
Siglo Cero is a Mexican brand specialized in the production and marketing of Pox, a traditional Mayan distillate made from corn, sugarcane and wheat. The product is linked to the artisanal and ceremonial practices of the communities in the Chiapas Highlands.
- San Juan Chamula (production); Mexico City (headquarters/contact) · Chiapas · Mexico
The story
According to journalistic and informational sources, Siglo Cero was born as a project to valorize the pox tradition of the communities of San Juan Chamula (Chiapas). A 2021 article notes key figures such as Zury Guindi and Marcos Sacal and the work of master poxero Javier Pérez; the project was described as active for about eight years at the time of publication.
Production philosophy
To value Mayan cultural heritage and local practices by promoting artisanal methods and supporting the development of indigenous communities. The brand declares a commitment to social responsibility and to the recovery of the traditional pox recipe.
Territory
Origin and production linked to the Chiapas Highlands (in particular San Juan Chamula), with administrative/contact headquarters in Mexico City.
Production method
Artisanal production based on local corn (criollo varieties), sugarcane and wheat bran: the corn is dried and milled, the mixture ferments for several days in wooden (pine) vessels and is finally distilled. Macerations with fruit and spices are also practiced for aromatic variants.
Distillation
Distillation in copper stills; double distillation (first traditional run and second distillation to refine alcohol strength and flavors).
Characteristics
- Type
- Brand
- City
- San Juan Chamula (production); Mexico City (headquarters/contact)
- Categories
- Pox (Mayan distillate)
- Corn distillates
- Artisanal spirits
- Mexican brand
- Raw materials
- corn (local / criollo varieties)
- sugarcane (panela)
- wheat (bran)
- Representative products
- Pox Siglo Cero 70cl - Siglo Cero
What makes it distinctive
- Traditional Mayan product made from corn, sugarcane and wheat
- Artisanal production linked to San Juan Chamula (Chiapas)
- Double distillation in copper stills (procedure cited by local sources)
- Declared commitment to social responsibility and support for indigenous communities
- Commonly available in 70 cl bottles with commercial strength around 40–40.5% ABV
Products from Siglo Cero
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