Mocel Mezcal Artesanal Ensamble 2023

Product Description

Mocel Mezcal Artesanal Ensamble: Three Michoacán Agaves in One Handmade Ceramic Bottle

Mocel Ensamble is a limited-batch artisanal mezcal blended from three regional agaves of inland Michoacán, along the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt: Cupreata (about 8 years to maturity), Inaequidens (about 15 years, and up to 25), and Espadincillo (about 7 years, an unnamed species marked “SP”). The brand says the Inaequidens is the star, and that the blend is bright, floral, and slightly sweet, with more variation between batches than the single-agave Cupreata. This 375ml half bottle is bottled at 47% ABV.

Maestro mezcalero Juan, from Michoacán with ties to Washington State, makes it. Mocel was started by sisters who grew up in rural Washington, daughters of farmworker immigrants from Michoacán, and it’s made with only two ingredients: agave and water. Each ceramic bottle is handmade by Mexican artisans, so no two look alike. The brand cites a Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, a Gold at the Agavos Awards, and a 95 from Wine Enthusiast.

How It’s Made

• Agaves: Cupreata, Inaequidens, and Espadincillo, hand-harvested
• Cooking: Underground volcanic stone oven
• Fermentation: Wild, in open underground pine-wood vats
• Distillation: Twice, in a wooden still
• Bottle: Handmade ceramic, 375ml, 47% ABV

Tasting Notes

From Mocel and customer descriptions.

Style: Bright, floral, and vegetal, with fruit-forward notes and a subtle sweetness.

Palate: Aromatic, with what one customer calls the nectar of the agaves. Expect floral and sweet notes with herbal and vegetal edges.

Finish: Clean and floral, with a gentle smoke.

Food Pairings

The floral, fruity profile pairs well with ceviche, grilled fish, and fresh fruit with chile and lime. It also goes with queso fresco, goat cheese, and light mole.

Serving Suggestions

Sip it neat in a copita, with a few drops of water to open the florals. It’s a small-batch sipper. The half bottle makes it a good way to taste the blend before committing to a full-size bottle.

Frequently Asked Questions

What agaves are in it? Cupreata, Inaequidens, and Espadincillo.

Where is it from? Michoacán, Mexico.

What proof is it? 47% ABV (94 proof) for the 375ml, per Mocel.

How is it different from the Cupreata? The Ensamble is brighter and floral, while the Cupreata is earthy and herbaceous.

Is it additive-free? Mocel says it uses only agave and water.

Is it a good gift? Yes, for mezcal collectors and anyone who likes a handmade bottle.

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