Xicaru Reposado Mezcal

Xicaru Reposado Mezcal

750 ML
$50.99
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Xicaru Reposado Mezcal
Taste profile
Taste profile: agave, fruit & tropical, vanilla & caramel, oak & smoke AgaveCitrus Fruit &tropical Vanilla &caramel Oak & smokeEarth &mineralPepper &spiceHerbal &floral
  • Agave
  • Smoky
  • Oak
  • Vanilla
  • Caramel
  • Fruity
Sweetness
Finish
Long — Warmth, oak, smoke, agave sweetness

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Xicaru Reposado Mezcal

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750 ml · Mezcal · Espadin

$50.99
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Details
Brand
Xicaru
Category
Mezcal
Expression
Reposado
Agave
Espadin
Region
Oaxaca
Size
750 ml
Description

Fernando Santibañez's family recipe guides Xicaru at a traditional palenque in Matatlán, Oaxaca. Espadín agave is harvested at about eight years. Mesquite and ocote fuel an underground conical stone oven for cooking. A horse-drawn tahona crushes the cooked agave before natural fermentation in open-air pine vats. Double distillation takes place in small copper alembics. Oak barrel aging follows for this reposado.

Earthy agave and light smoke meet vanilla, toasted oak and caramel on the nose. Roasted agave leads the palate, with dried fruit, warm spice and restrained herbal and floral notes. Sweetness and smoke run together. The long finish carries warmth, oak and agave sweetness.

Serve neat in a copita or whiskey glass. For an Old Fashioned, use Xicaru Reposado in place of bourbon to bring its agave and smoke into the drink.

Tasting notes
Nose
Earthy agave, subtle smoke, vanilla, toasted oak, caramel
Palate
Roasted agave, dried fruit, warm spices, herbs, floral notes
Finish
Warmth, oak, smoke, agave sweetness

Xicaru Reposado Mezcal offers a complex and captivating sensory experience. The mezcal presents itself with a beautiful, golden-amber hue, a result of aging in oak barrels. On the nose, it exudes an enticing blend of earthy agave, subtle smoke, and hints of vanilla, toasted oak, and caramel. The initial taste unfolds with a balance of sweet and smoky notes, with the essence of roasted agave shining through. As you savor it further, you'll discover flavors of dried fruits, warm spices, and a gentle undertone of herbal and floral elements. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a lingering warmth and a harmonious combination of oak, smoke, and agave sweetness.

How to drink

Xicaru Reposado Mezcal is a versatile spirit that can be enjoyed on its own or incorporated into various cocktails. Here are some serving suggestions:

  1. Neat: Sip Xicaru Reposado Mezcal neat to fully appreciate its complex flavors and smoky undertones. Serve it in a traditional mezcal copita or a whiskey glass to savor the nuances.
  2. Old Fashioned: Create a smoky twist on the classic Old Fashioned by substituting bourbon with Xicaru Reposado Mezcal. Muddle sugar, bitters, and a twist of orange peel, then add ice and a generous pour of Xicaru for a delightful cocktail.
  3. Mezcal Margarita: Craft a Mezcal Margarita by combining Xicaru Reposado Mezcal, fresh lime juice, agave nectar, and a splash of orange liqueur. Shake with ice and strain into a salt-rimmed glass for a zesty and smoky delight.
  4. Sipping with Sangrita: In the traditional Oaxacan style, enjoy Xicaru Reposado Mezcal alongside a sidecar of sangrita, a spicy and tangy tomato-based chaser. Sip the mezcal, then follow with a sip of sangrita to cleanse the palate.

However you choose to enjoy it, Xicaru Reposado Mezcal invites you to savor the essence of Oaxaca's mezcal-making traditions, where time-honored methods and respect for the land yield a truly beautiful and distinctive spirit.

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