Del Maguey Mezcal Single Village Minero Santa Catarina Minas 750mL is a classic, full-bodied mezcal that captures the pure essence of traditional Oaxacan craftsmanship. Part of Del Maguey’s acclaimed Single Village Series, this mezcal hails from Santa Catarina Minas, a region world-renowned for its ancestral clay pot distillation — a technique that imparts a distinctive minerality and depth to the spirit.

Made from 100% Espadín agave (Agave angustifolia), Del Maguey Minero follows ancient production methods: the agave hearts are roasted underground in earthen pit ovens, crushed by hand with wooden mallets, fermented naturally in open-air wooden vats, and double-distilled in small clay pot stills. Bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV), this mezcal is rich, aromatic, and perfectly balanced — combining notes of roasted agave, fruit, clay, and light smoke with an exceptionally smooth texture. A staple among mezcal aficionados, Minero is both approachable and complex, honoring centuries of mezcalero tradition.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Crystal clear with silvery brilliance

• Nose: Roasted agave, ripe fruit, light smoke, and a touch of clay minerality

• Palate: Smooth and round with notes of sweet agave, banana, honey, and earth

• Finish: Long, warm, and clean with lingering smoke and subtle fruit sweetness

FAQs

Q: What agave is used in Del Maguey Minero?
A: It’s crafted from 100% Espadín agave, harvested from the mineral-rich soils of Santa Catarina Minas, Oaxaca.

Q: What makes Minero unique among Del Maguey mezcals?
A: It’s distilled in small clay pot stills, which give the mezcal its signature earthy and mineral-rich flavor.

Q: How is this mezcal produced?
A: Following ancestral methods — agave is pit-roasted, hand-crushed, fermented naturally, and distilled in clay pots by local mezcaleros.

Q: What is the proof and ABV?
A: Bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV), balancing body and smoothness beautifully.

Q: How should I enjoy Del Maguey Minero?
A: Best enjoyed neat in a copita or tasting glass to savor its earthy, fruity, and smoky layers. It also pairs well with grilled seafood, mole, or aged cheeses.

Q: What does “Single Village” mean?
A: Each mezcal in Del Maguey’s Single Village Series is made in one specific Oaxacan community, showcasing its unique terroir, agave, and artisanal production techniques.