Mezcal Vago Madrecuishe by Emigdio Jarquin
Product details
| Management number | 253706268 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$36.75 | Model Number | 253706268 | ||
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This Madrecuishe-variety mezcal is striking: an elegant, wild-character spirit that pairs the distinct vegetal and minerally profile of the agave with the craft of a master mezcalero. It’s ideal for sipping slowly and appreciating the depth behind each aroma and flavour.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Produced by master mezcalero Emigdio Jarquín in the Miahuatlán region of Oaxaca (approximately 5,000 feet above sea level in the Nanche district). It is made from 100 % Agave karwinskii (Madrecuishe), a wild agave species that thrives on rocky slopes in semi-arid terrain.
The production uses traditional methods: the agave hearts (piñas) are cooked in a conical earthen oven (horno) for 5-7 days, cooled outdoors for up to two weeks, crushed with a stone tahona pulled by oxen, fermented in wooden vats, then double-distilled in a copper “refrescadera” still.
Each batch is small and reflects the land, vintage and craft. The bottling is at around 47% ABV (though some sources suggest ~50% ABV in certain batches) and is non-chill-filtered, preserving the full expression of the spirit.
Tasting Profile
Nose: Earth-rich and aromatic—warm roasted agave, wet rock/mineral, fresh herbaceousness (lemongrass or aloe) and a hint of wild grasses. As it opens, subtle floral notes, light citrus peel and faint black-licorice root appear.
Palate: Medium-to-full body with a creamy yet textured mouthfeel. Initial sweetness of roasted agave transitions into green apple or pear flesh, chalky stone, mineral saline note and gentle peppery spice. Mid-palate introduces dried herb, a touch of tropical-fruit brightness and refined smoke that supports rather than dominates.
Finish: Long, clean and evolving. The finish leaves a lingering mineral streak, roasted nut or almond skin nuance, and a soft herbal-chalk echo. The agave pedigree shows clearly—wild, vibrant, and grounded.
Quick Overview
| Specification | Details |
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| ABV | ~47% ABV (some batches ~50%) |
| Origin / Region | Miahuatlán (Nanche district), Oaxaca, Mexico |
| Agave Variety | 100% Madrecuishe (Agave karwinskii) |
| Production Style | Earthen-oven roasted, tahona-crushed, wooden-vat fermented, copper refrescadera distilled |
| Aromas & Flavours | Roasted agave, wet stone/mineral, green apple, herbal grass, citrus peel, roasted nut, chalky finish |
| Style / Identity | Wild-agave single-variety mezcal—textural, nuanced, terroir-driven |
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