Mezcal Cuishe by Emigdio Jarquin 70cl - Vago

Vago

Mezcal · 70 cl · 49.9% vol · Smoky, earthy, herbal notes

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Producer Vago
Type Mezcal
Aromatic profile Smoky, earthy, herbal notes
Ingredients Agave cuishe
Format 70 cl
Gradation 49.9%
Type of cask Neutral wood barrels
Distillation method Distillation in traditional copper still
Number of distillations 2
Variety Agave cuishe
Color Transparent
Consumption Pure, neat, at room temperature
The Mezcal Cuishe by Emigdio Jarquin is an authentic expression of mezcal tradition from Oaxaca, made with Cuishe agave, a wild variety with a rustic soul that gives this distillate a unique personality. Production is carried out using artisanal methods, with the cooking of the agaves in stone ovens, manual maceration, and slow distillation in copper stills, elements that give the mezcal an intense and deep character.

On the nose, mineral scents, aromatic herbs, and smoky notes stand out, recalling the terroir of volcanic soils from which the plants come. On the palate, the complexity becomes enveloping: slightly peppery nuances and a delicate touch of wood are perceived, while the persistence leaves a pleasant earthy aftertaste.

Ideal for meditative tasting, the Mezcal Cuishe pairs well with spicy dishes, aged cheeses, and meat-based preparations, enriching every experience with its authenticity and refinement.
Brand

Vago

Brand

Discover the spirits, production style and story of Vago.

Vago (Mezcal Vago) is a family-run mezcal brand that produces small-batch releases in the Sierra Sur of Oaxaca, working closely with four master mezcaleros. The project emphasizes authenticity, consumer transparency and environmentally sustainable practices.
mezcal from Oaxaca small-batch artisanal mezcal mezcal produced by single maestro mezcalero mezcal single-producer / producer-labeled
Country Mexico
Region Oaxaca

Distillation

Double distillation in copper pot stills (typically refrescadera/refrescadora for some maestros); ancestral expressions use distillation in ollas de barro.

Ageing

Joven (unaged) for most expressions.

Raw materials

agave (e.g. espadín, cuishe, madrecuixe, arroqueño, tobala, jabalí, mexicano) corn (used for the special Elote expression)

Botanicals

toasted corn (specific infusion for the Elote)

Representative products

Mezcal Arrequeno by Emigdio Jarquin 70cl - Vago Mezcal Blak Label Barren by Emigdio Jarquin 70cl - Vago Mezcal Cuishe by Emigdio Jarquin 70cl - Vago Mezcal Elote by Hijos de Aquilino 70cl - Vago Mezcal Ensamble by Emigdio Jarquin 70cl - Vago Mezcal Ensamble en Barro by Salomon Rey 70cl - Vago Mezcal Espadin by Emigdio Jarquin 70cl - Vago Mezcal Madrecuishe by Emigdio Jarquin 70cl - Vago

Official Awards

Expert Prize Description Vintage