Macurichos Espadín Destilado con Cacao Mezcal

Macurichos makes this Espadín destilado con cacao mezcal in Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca. Distilled from Espadín (Agave angustifolia), it brings cacao into mezcal’s familiar earthy, smoky frame. The result is direct and approachable, with hot cocoa giving the profile a warm, rounded opening while pink peppercorn adds a bright, gently spicy contrast.

Jasmine lifts the aroma without pulling attention from the agave, and a savory touch of salt keeps the finish grounded. As with mezcal generally, the smoke reflects the underground pit roasting of the agave rather than barrel aging. That makes it useful for drinkers who want to understand how cacao can sit alongside the category’s roasted character without obscuring it. The 750 mL size suits a straightforward pour served neat or used in a mezcal cocktail.