Corte Vetusto's Mesquite Smoked Mezcal is Twice Distilled
Mary Van Puymbroeck — July 18, 2017 — Lifestyle
References: cortevetusto & uncrate
Corte Vetusto's 'Mesquite Smoked Mezcal' uses Mesquite wood to inject a smokey flavor in the agave-based spirit.
Each batch is hand-crafted by Juan Carlos Gonzalez Diaz, a fourth generation master distiller. This Mesquite-smoked mezcal is made using only 'Agave Tobala' plants. This artisanal product is a great way to enjoy a piece of authentic Mexican culture without traveling south of the boarder.
To begin the production process, the agave is cooked with Mesquite wood chips in a conical earthen oven to impart a smokey mesquite flavor. The agave is then milled using a volcanic stone called a 'Tahona' which slowly crushes the agave until it reaches a fibrous texture. Juan Carlos Gonzalez Diaz then manually move the agave to an open topped, wooden vat for natural fermentation. Finally, this mezcal is double distilled in a copper pot and then a clay pot still before it is bottled.
Each batch is hand-crafted by Juan Carlos Gonzalez Diaz, a fourth generation master distiller. This Mesquite-smoked mezcal is made using only 'Agave Tobala' plants. This artisanal product is a great way to enjoy a piece of authentic Mexican culture without traveling south of the boarder.
To begin the production process, the agave is cooked with Mesquite wood chips in a conical earthen oven to impart a smokey mesquite flavor. The agave is then milled using a volcanic stone called a 'Tahona' which slowly crushes the agave until it reaches a fibrous texture. Juan Carlos Gonzalez Diaz then manually move the agave to an open topped, wooden vat for natural fermentation. Finally, this mezcal is double distilled in a copper pot and then a clay pot still before it is bottled.
Trend Themes
1. Artisanal Smoked Mezcals - Opportunity for artisanal distilleries to create unique mezcal flavors using different types of wood for smoking.
2. Handcrafted Production Processes - Opportunity for distilleries to emphasize the traditional and manual methods of mezcal production as a marketing point.
3. Authentic Cultural Experiences - Opportunity for brands to tap into consumer desire for authentic experiences by offering artisanal mezcal products made with traditional Mexican techniques.
Industry Implications
1. Craft Distillery - Craft distilleries can innovate by experimenting with different woods and smoking techniques to create unique flavor profiles in their mezcal products.
2. Alcoholic Beverage - Alcoholic beverage companies can capitalize on the growing interest in unique and artisanal spirits by introducing smoked mezcal products to their portfolio.
3. Food and Beverage Tourism - Travel and tourism companies can offer experiences that allow consumers to explore the traditional methods and flavors of mezcal production, enhancing their cultural tourism offerings.
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