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Mezcal Juan Hernandez Tobaziche 70cl - Palenque
PalenqueMezcal 70 cl 46.6% vol Smoky, earthy, cooked agave notes
$109.08−30%($155.83/ℓ)
Recommended price: $156.04
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Technical information
- Producer
- Palenque
- Type
- Mezcal
- Format
- 70 cl
- Gradation
- 46.6%
- Aging
- Unaged (joven)
- Aromatic profile
- Smoky, earthy, cooked agave notes
- Ingredients
- Tobaziche agave
- Distillation method
- Distillation in copper pot still or traditional
- Number of distillations
- 2
- Variety
- Tobaziche
- Color
- Light amber
- Consumption
- Neat, at room temperature
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The Mezcal Juan Hernandez Tobaziche is born in the heart of the state of Oaxaca, one of the most iconic regions for mezcal production in Mexico. Made exclusively from the tobaziche vine, a less common variety of wild agave, this distillate expresses a unique and territorial character, strongly linked to the ancient artisanal traditions of Palenque Juan Hernandez. The distillation still takes place according to ancestral methods, using traditional earthen ovens, which give the mezcal an intense and deeply smoky aromatic profile.
On the nose, the Mezcal Juan Hernandez Tobaziche releases complex notes of dry field, damp earth, wild herbs, and intriguing mineral scents, accompanied by a pleasant sweet and citrusy background. On the palate, it reveals itself warm and enveloping, with a balance between smoke, savoriness, and a soft persistence reminiscent of flint and black pepper notes. The high quality of the tobaziche is perceived in the structure and elegance of this mezcal, perfect for those who enjoy slow and reflective tastings.
It pairs beautifully with flavorful dishes from traditional Mexican cuisine, such as grilled meats or spicy mole, enhancing their aromatic richness without overpowering it. A true gem for lovers of the most authentic mezcal.
On the nose, the Mezcal Juan Hernandez Tobaziche releases complex notes of dry field, damp earth, wild herbs, and intriguing mineral scents, accompanied by a pleasant sweet and citrusy background. On the palate, it reveals itself warm and enveloping, with a balance between smoke, savoriness, and a soft persistence reminiscent of flint and black pepper notes. The high quality of the tobaziche is perceived in the structure and elegance of this mezcal, perfect for those who enjoy slow and reflective tastings.
It pairs beautifully with flavorful dishes from traditional Mexican cuisine, such as grilled meats or spicy mole, enhancing their aromatic richness without overpowering it. A true gem for lovers of the most authentic mezcal.
Independent bottler
Palenque
OaxacaMexico
Palenque (Palenque Spirits / Palenqueros project) is a bottling initiative that collects and markets 'Pure Single Palenque' — artisanal expressions of mezcal produced by palenqueros (mezcal masters) from the state of Oaxaca. The bottles highlight individual producers, are often bottled at natural strength and promote traditional methods and the absence of additives.
- Palenqueros series: bottles dedicated to individual palenqueros with name and portrait on the label.
- Project conceived by Luca Gargano and linked to La Maison & Velier (LM&V) with prior collaborations with local entities.
- Pure Single Palenque expressions bottled at natural strength, without additives.
- Products sourced from various Oaxaca communities and made with local agave varieties.
Specialities
- mezcal
- artisanal mezcal
- single palenque
- Oaxaca mezcal
- independent bottler
The story
The project originated from an idea promoted by Luca Gargano (Velier/La Maison & Velier) starting in 2018 and materialized in the Palenqueros series, which labels single palenques and features producers' portraits. The first iteration of the series appeared in recent years with collaborations involving entities such as Tradición Chagoya; the series was later relaunched and distributed through LM&V/Velier with selections of Pure Single Palenque from various Oaxaca villages.
Distillation
Artisanal pot still distillation (copper batch stills), typically double-distilled; often bottled at natural strength.
Ageing
Generally joven/unaged expressions; some bottles or batches may undergo brief resting in wooden containers depending on the product.
Raw materials
- agave (Espadín)
- agave (Tobalá)
- agave (Tepextate)
- agave (Madrecuishe / Cuishe)
- agave (Tobaziche)
- agave (Mexicano)
- agave (Coyote)
Representative products
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- Mezcal Alberto Ortiz Tobalá 70cl - Palenque
- Mezcal Baltazar Cruz Tepextate 70cl - Palenque
- Mezcal Gregorio Martinez Espadin 70cl - Palenque
- Mezcal Gregorio Martinez Madrecuishe 70cl - Palenque
- Mezcal Juan Hernandez Tobaziche 70cl - Palenque
- Mezcal Onofre Ortiz Mexicano 70cl - Palenque
- Mezcal Valente Garcia Coyote 70cl - Palenque