Palenque

Mezcal Onofre Ortiz Mexicano 70cl - Palenque

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Format: 70 cl

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Technical information
Producer Palenque
Type Mezcal
Aromatic profile Smoky, earthy, cooked agave notes
Ingredients Espadín agave
Format 70 cl
Gradation 47.9%
Type of cask American oak barrels and/or terracotta bell jars
Aging Unaged or short aging
Distillation method Copper pot still distillation
Number of distillations 2
Variety Espadín agave
Color Transparent
Consumption Neat, with lime and salt
The Mezcal Onofre Ortiz Mexicano is an authentic and vibrant expression of the Oaxaca region, the beating heart of Mexican mezcal tradition. Produced in the palenque of Onofre Ortiz, it is a distillate made exclusively from Espadín agave, cultivated on the hilly lands surrounding the distillery, giving the mezcal a personality deeply rooted in the terroir.

The production process reflects traditional artisanal mastery: the agave piñas are cooked underground in wood-fired ovens, then manually crushed and spontaneously fermented in wooden vats, before being slowly distilled in copper stills. This ancient method imparts the final liquid with a complex bouquet, characterized by intense smoky notes, fresh agave herbal hints, and mineral touches, balanced by a delicate caramelized sweetness.

On the palate, the Mezcal Onofre Ortiz Mexicano stands out for its full and enveloping structure, capable of evoking the earth and fire from which it was born. Perfect as an aperitif or accompaniment to flavorful Mexican dishes, it enhances aged cheeses, grilled and spiced meats, offering an immersive and authentic experience.
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Palenque

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Discover the spirits, production style and story of Palenque.

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.
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Country Mexico
Region Oaxaca

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

Mezcal Alberto Ortiz Espadin 70cl - Palenque 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

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