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Amaras Cupreata

The Amaras Cupreata is made with agave Cupreata agave that is harvested from the mountain slopes in the Rio Balsas basin.

Rating: (28 reviews)
Brand:Amaras Mezcal
NOM:NOM-O239X
Mezcalero:Faustino Robledo
Agave:Cupreata
Distillation:Copper
Style:Joven
State:Guerrero
Town:Mazatlán
ABV: 40%
Website: http://www.mezcalamores.com, opens in new window

About this mezcal

The Amaras Cupreata is made with agave Cupreata that is harvested from the mountain slopes in the Rio Balsas basin. The slopes are between 4,000 and 6,000 feet above sea level and it takes the Cupreata about 13 years to mature due to the harsh climate of the region. This mezcal is made using only open-air fermentation and the fermented agave are distilled in copper. This mezcal features aromas of leather, cocoa, and toasted pumpkin seeds.

Amaras Mezcal

Mezcal Amores (Or Amaras as it’s known in the U.S.) focuses heavily on terrior and it shows in their product. Mezcal Amores believes that humans should benefit from the ecosystem by keeping it in balance. As of 2017, they had over 145,000 agave in their nurseries and they have a goal of planing ten agave for every one agave they harvest. They also promote horizontal growth of their mezcal production across several different producers and they provide micro-loans to mezcaleros who wish to upgrade their equipment.

 

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Member rating

3.89 out of 5

28 reviews

masmezcal

masmezcal

14 reviews
Rated 3 out of 5 stars2 months ago

Dominant vegetal notes, and some mineral notes, not very complex overall. Medium finish with peppery notes.

Forpowder

Forpowder

75 reviews
Rated 4 out of 5 stars3 months ago

Lot 2 year 2020 43% Aromas out of the bottle are asparagus and green beans, with some complicated asotone and alcoholic flavors. The overall flavors are pretty good on this one with green and gabby, and once again green vegetables A little blue cheese. And pepper. Capers olives citrus. This is good.

Average José

Average José

54 reviews
Rated 3 out of 5 stars4 months ago

Bottled: 2023
Primavera
Lote: 3
ABV: 40.3%

This was a random purchase and at first I thought a huge mistake. Strong prominent vapors of rubbing alcohol were all I could pull from it and the flavors were not much different. Initially this tasted like a cheap vodka but after a week of being open I was somewhat pleasantly surprised by the changes.

The nose became much sweeter, somewhat lactic and at least 50% of the rubbing alcohol vapors disappeared. The Cupreta flavors finally began shining through and while they never became totally distinct (or even all that pleasant tbh) it did become drinkable. When mixed with a zero-calorie sparkling lime water it actually became an excellent mixed drink.

The low ABV was always a factor; I never really got enough enjoyment from sipping it before I just quit drinking it stand-alone altogether. This is definitely a mass market product and a nice mixer that did improve with time however don’t believe I will ever return to it again.

Bottled: 2023
Primavera
Lote: 3
ABV: 40.3%
This was a random purchase and at first I thought a huge mistake. Strong prominent vapors of rubbing alcohol were all I could pull from it and the flavors were not much different. Initially this tasted like a cheap vodka but after a week of being open I was somewhat pleasantly surprised by the changes.
The nose became much sweeter, somewhat lactic and at least 50% of the rubbing alcohol vapors disappeared. The Cupreta flavors finally began shining throu

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Bagaso

Bagaso

8 reviews
Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars12 months ago

This was my first time trying a Cupreata – mild floral notes, incredibly light almost watery. The low abv is felt immediately but can feel diluted, longing for more nuanced flavors. Nice to have but I likely won’t return for this batch.

jmehrk35

jmehrk35

42 reviews
Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars2 years ago

Bottled in 2021
Lote No. 2
Mezcal Amaras 4c (not sure what this indicates)
43% ABV
Initial nasal impact is warming.
Aroma of sweet vinegar hits first. Floral, mineral, some tropical fruit and honey follow.
Very soft mouthfeel.
Flavor is fresh cut jalapeno peppers marinated in rain water. Mineral, some cumin and licorice. A little cheese funkiness on the retro nasal. Nicely balanced with a hint of smoke. Would like to try it at 46% ABV. A very nice cupreata (especially for the price point – around $50).

Bottled in 2021
Lote No. 2
Mezcal Amaras 4c (not sure what this indicates)
43% ABV
Initial nasal impact is warming.
Aroma of sweet vinegar hits first. Floral, mineral, some tropical fruit and honey follow.
Very soft mouthfeel.
Flavor is fresh cut jalapeno peppers marinated in rain water. Mineral, some cumin and licorice. A little cheese funkiness on the retro nasal. Nicely balanced with a hint of smoke. Would like to try it at 46% ABV. A very nice cupreata (especially for the price point –

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tecolotesweet

tecolotesweet

14 reviews
Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars2 years ago

2020 – lote 2 – bubblegum/cherry on the nose, smooth oak on the palette. super easy drinking. would make a killer mezcal old fashioned but a killer sipper as well. incredible no matter how you spin it.

richmezcla

richmezcla

1 review
Rated 3 out of 5 stars2 years ago

Batch: invierno 2021 lote 2

Overall it’s a good mezcal, that can be enjoyed sipped though it’ll be better as a cocktail mixer.

It has some spice and citrus aromas, a little too sour. Flavor is nice and very soft. Bell pepper, minerality, not too sweet, a hint of astringency. The finish is peppery and very short though.

Dom

Dom

29 reviews
Rated 4 out of 5 stars2 years ago

Cracked pepper, citrus, light smoke, mint, herbaceous notes, sweet mineral after taste

Americana Kyle

Americana Kyle

60 reviews
Rated 4 out of 5 stars2 years ago

Lote 1 / Papalote / 43%

This $55 bottle drinks like some of my $100 bottles. A very excellent expression of Cupreata at any price point but it just happens to be a value bottle.

danimal_xoxo

danimal_xoxo

9 reviews
Rated 4 out of 5 stars2 years ago

Bottled in 2021.
Spring
Lote: 7

Nose: vegetal, lightly cooked agave, citrus/bright

Taste: light acetone, rich vegetal flavor like a pepper…definitely herbal with notes of mineral and earth. Not so much smoke. Definitely a bright mezcal.

Feel: soft, kind of watery viscosity. Maybe even a little salty feeling.

Overall great flavor and at a great price point. I bought this to expand my collection so I would have a cupreata.

HighWine

HighWine

76 reviews
Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars3 years ago

Freshly cut Anaheim pepper, pineapple fruit, and Italian parsley on the nose. Big in the mouth with viscosity and some good, supporting heat. Flavors of light, sweet smoke, flan custard, and green pepper skin. Very enjoyable, I could drink this very often.

SoloAgave

SoloAgave

86 reviews
Rated 4 out of 5 stars3 years ago

Lower ABV than I usually go for but as a nice entry into a different mezcal category so give it a shot. Low price point and a nice sweet green pepper, floral, clean, and smooth offering. Nice option for newly minted mezcal drinkers or anyone you want to ease into the mezcal category.

Zack Klamn

Zack Klamn

542 reviews
Rated 3 out of 5 stars3 years ago

Lote No: 2
Nose: Vibrant floral nose.

Palate: Peppermint gum sweet and heat. Black licorice. Spinach. A hard water, mouth feel. Catching a slight dandelion/weed note that messes up some of the other good stuff going on. I agree with some of the other reviewers on the astringent finish. Good but not great.

Rakhal

Rakhal

421 reviews
Rated 4 out of 5 stars3 years ago

1/2 ounce sample no Lot number. Four years ago this was my first Cupreata, and I loved it. Now I taste it again with a lot more experience and I still love it! Fresh jalapeño, cold crema, caramel, black licorice, and peppermint. Soft and light and delicious.

Tutta

Tutta

1 review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars3 years ago

Casa Martin, a very nice restaurant in Cabo San Lucas, served me a bottle of Mezcal Amores Cupreata (Amaras in the US) and I was blown away from the distinctive and different note this Mezcal offered. I had a lot of different Mezcals in my life, and really love the most smokey ones the best. But Amores added a flora note to it that blew my. mind. Definitely my favorite Mezcal so far.

Tom_B

Tom_B

3 reviews
Rated 3 out of 5 stars3 years ago

Complex vegetal flavors with really interesting notes of leather and minerals (chalk/limestone), but what brought it down a star was the slightly harsh, astringent finish. I would like to try this one some and judge it on more than a single shot in shot glass of questionable cleanliness.

Mexicoinmyglass

Mexicoinmyglass

7 reviews
Rated 4 out of 5 stars4 years ago

Very herbaceous, vegetal spinach, asparagus, celery, cooked nopal, wild and astringent finish, this is how a big papalote or maguey mariposa should taste, I am not a fan of Cupreata mezcales but this just my personal taste, I have tasted other brands made in Guerrero to compare but this one for the price and refined style is truly worth it. Smooth finish without the burning sensation. Cupreata has definitely a very distinctive and unique character with the vegetal component.
43% ABV Made in the winter of 2019 Lot #3 certified organic and Kosher.
I won’t use this on a cocktail, this is definitely to drink on its own and discover what agave Cupreata is able to bring to the table.
In Guerrero agave Cupreata grows at 1,300 m above sea level.

Very herbaceous, vegetal spinach, asparagus, celery, cooked nopal, wild and astringent finish, this is how a big papalote or maguey mariposa should taste, I am not a fan of Cupreata mezcales but this just my personal taste, I have tasted other brands made in Guerrero to compare but this one for the price and refined style is truly worth it. Smooth finish without the burning sensation. Cupreata has definitely a very distinctive and unique character with the vegetal component.
43% ABV Made in the

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____mikey___

____mikey___

3 reviews
Rated 4 out of 5 stars4 years ago

2019/ temporada: Otoño/ lot 3/ 43% Alc
Floral notes (nose)
Vegetal with some mineral notes.
Strong peppery taste, and an astringent feel to the finish.
4/5 taste
Definitely want another from this lot.

GeorgePBurdell

GeorgePBurdell

49 reviews
Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars4 years ago

2017 Lot 2-2545/3300

Leather and floral notes on the nose, some vegetal and mineral notes on the palate. Finish is a bit short and astringent.

brkonnia

brkonnia

1 review
Rated 4 out of 5 stars5 years ago

One of my favorite Mezcals I’ve ever had. I love the earthy, vegetal notes that ring on a minty end. Picked a bottle up on a visit in Mexico City for around $550 Peso. Definitely a bottle to always have around for sipping!

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