El Yope Mezcal Espadin (70CL, 40.0% Vol.)

El Yope Mezcal Espadin (70CL, 40.0% Vol.)
El Yope is made with Espadin agave by mezcalero Don Ismael Rosales in San Baltazar Chichicapam, Oaxaca. It is known for having a strong personality and herbaceous notes that demonstrate the intense presence of agave that remains long in the mouth. El Yope follows the rich tradition of Don Porfirio. It is available in a bottling of 42% and 46% ABV.

El Yope holds both kosher and organic certifications for small batch mezcals that include Espadin, Tobala, Madrecuixe, Tepextate, Mexicano, Arroqueno and Cuishe agave. Their tradition dates back four generations with the production of mezcal that was originally sold locally or consumed by family and friends. Originally all of the agave used in their mezcal grew wild, but demand eventually increased when they started selling in the markets of San Bartolomé Zogocho and Tlacolula de Matamoros. Their mezcal remains true to these generations of tradition, preserving the form of artisanal production, honoring their family tradition and showing respect towards mezcal and love for their culture and roots. The family's current palenque expansion is largely funded by one of his sons who owns an IT recruiting firm in Mexico City.