Santo Gusano Maguey Espadin 750 ML

Santo Gusano Espadin is a joven mezcal made from maguey espadín, the most widely cultivated agave used in mezcal production, distilled in Oaxaca, Mexico by traditional artisanal methods. It's bottled unaged, straight after distillation, letting the smoky, earthy character of the roasted agave come through without any wood influence. Expect smoke, roasted agave and a mineral, slightly vegetal edge on the nose and palate, with the clean intensity typical of a well-made espadín mezcal. It's a solid entry point into mezcal for drinkers who want the category's signature smoke without an unusual agave variety complicating the profile.

How to drink Santo Gusano Espadin

Sip it neat in a small copita glass, the traditional way to drink mezcal — resist the urge to add ice, which mutes the smoke. If you want to cut it, a side of orange slices with a little sal de gusano is the classic pairing, not a mixer.

MezcalOaxaca, Mexico