Cinco Sentidos is a range of uncertified agave spirits that highlights traditional production methods and diverse agave species used by small-batch producers in Mexico. The range was initially launched as the house mezcal line at El Destilado, a renowned restaurant, and mezcaleria in Oaxaca, Mexico.
The brand represents the customs, traditions, and history of the people who make the spirits, as well as the different agave species and production methods used across the country. Cinco Sentidos Mezcal embodies the essence of the craft and the people behind the spirit, making it an excellent choice for those seeking an authentic and unique experience.
Cinco Sentidos Mezcal features five expressions, each representing a different region, agave species, and master distiller. The range allows drinkers to experience diverse flavors and production techniques in Mexico’s mezcal-making regions. Here are the five expressions in the range:
- Alberto Martinez: Produced in the Tlacolula region of Oaxaca, this mezcal is made with the wild Jabalí agave, which gives it a unique and complex flavor profile. The production process includes a long, slow roast and a triple distillation in a copper still.
- Atenogenes & Jose Garcia: Produced in the Miahuatlán region of Oaxaca, this mezcal is made with the rare Coyote agave, known for its floral and herbal notes. The production process involves using clay pots for fermentation and distillation, resulting in a distinct flavor.
- Delfino Tobón Mejía: Produced in the Candelaria Yegolé region of Oaxaca, this mezcal is made with the Espadín agave and has a fruity and smoky flavor. The production process involves using a clay pot still and a traditional earthen oven for roasting the agave.
- “Tio” Pedro Hernandez: Produced in the Ejutla region of Oaxaca, this mezcal is made with the Cuixe agave, which gives it a sweet and earthy flavor profile. The production process involves using a copper still and adding a small amount of sugar cane juice to the fermentation.
- Amando Alvarez: Produced in the San Baltazar region of Oaxaca, this mezcal is made with the rare Tobalá agave, which gives it a floral and citrusy flavor. The production process involves roasting the agave in an earthen oven and distilling it in a copper still.
Cinco Sentidos represents Mexico’s craftsmanship, tradition, and diverse flavors of small-batch mezcal production. Whether you’re a mezcal enthusiast or looking to explore new and unique flavors, this range of agave spirits is worth trying.
