Raw materials
corn (local / criollo varieties)
sugarcane (panela)
wheat (bran)
Brand
Siglo Cero
Explore the spirits, production style and story of 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.
Pox (Mayan distillate)
Corn distillates
Artisanal spirits
Mexican brand
Producer range
Producer range Siglo Cero
Spirit categories
Pox (Mayan distillate)
Corn distillates
Artisanal spirits
Mexican brand
Representative products
Pox Siglo Cero 70cl - Siglo Cero
Distillation and production
Distillation and production
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).
Producer history Siglo Cero
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.
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