REAL MINERO 2022 CUISHE CAPÓN | 350 ML

This expression of Cuishe Capón was crafted from Agave rhodacantha, also known as maguey Mexicano in other areas. Mezcal Real Minero distinguishes itself from other brands by using exclusively "true Cuishe" maguey from Santa Catarina Minas, rather than the more common Cuishe maguey from the agave karwinskii species.. These semi-wild agave are carefully nurtured in the vast Real Minero nursery until they are mature enough to be transplanted to semi-wild locations.

After 12 years, when the maguey reaches its maturity, the reproductive stalk “quiote” is cut “capón” to redirect and concentrate sugars in the plant’s heart for a further 3+ months. The small batch is then traditionally distilled in clay pots. The finished product of a capón spirit is rich and expressive, with a lingering finish that can haunt the palate for hours resulting in a one-of-a-kind and genuine Real Minero flavor, creating a distinct tasting experience that is unmistakably unique to the brand.

PRODUCTION NOTES:

• Made by Maestro Edgar Ángeles Carreño
• 100% Maguey Cuishe (Agave rodhacantha)
• Age of the agave: 12 years old
• Santa Catarina Minas, Oaxaca, México
• Roasted in truncated conical earthen oven 
• Electric mill
• Fermented in open air sabino barrels with natural yeast using well water 
• Double-distilled in Filipino style clay pot still (no water added)
• 51,1% ABV
• 123 liters produced in December 2022
• Rested in glass containers for 5 months before bottled