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Del Maguey Madrecuixe

Del Maguey Madrecuixe has notes of banana leaf, green papaya, and fresh cut bamboo, which give way to tropical fruits of mango and pineapple.

Rating: (8 reviews)
Brand:Del Maguey Mezcal
NOM:NOM-O41X
Mezcalero:Marcos Cruz Mendez, Paciano Cruz Nolasco
Maguey:Madrecuishe
Agave:Karwinskii
Distillation:Copper
Style:Joven
State:Oaxaca
Town:San Luis del Rio
ABV: 47%
Age of plant: 10-15 years
Website: http://delmaguey.com, opens in new window
Ownership:Pernod Ricard

About this mezcal

Del Maguey Madrecuixe is made in San Luis del Rio with agave Madrecuixe, which is a wild tall cylindrical maguey with leaves that grow from the ground up. Notes of banana leaf, green papaya, and fresh cut bamboo, give way to tropical fruits of mango and pineapple. This mezcal is silky, elegant, and medium-bodied, with a long, dry, clean finish.

Del Maguey Mezcal

Del Maguey (pronounced ma–gay), Single Village Mezcal was founded in 1995 by internationally renowned artist and Mezcal visionary, Ron Cooper. Ron introduced the world to previously unavailable 100% certified organic, artisanal Mezcal produced the original handcrafted way. Through deep cultural relationships with Zapotec Mexican Indian producers in the remote villages of Oaxaca, Mexico, Del Maguey harnesses ancient, original organic processes. Combining these methods with varying micro-climates and terroir gives each creation its own unique, rich, sweet and smoky character. Every product in their collection is made by individual family palenqueros (producers) in old-style villages. They are the first producer to credit each product after the village where our liquid is made. When you see their beautiful green bottles you know it’s Del Maguey. Most of Del Maguey’s mezcals are distilled to proof, so the ABV will vary slightly between batches.

In June of 2017, international spirits company, Pernod Ricard, purchased majority stake in the company. Del Maguey is now part of their portfolio that includes Jameson Whiskey, Absolute Vodka, and Havana Club Rum.

Member rating

3.38 out of 5

8 reviews

KyraNicole

KyraNicole

42 reviews
Rated 4 out of 5 stars3 months ago

1AD-101 Mildly sweet. Delicious. Smoothe and sippable.

Peachkobbler

Peachkobbler

2 reviews
Rated 2 out of 5 stars10 months ago

Nose is less floral and more petrol forward than I expect in a Madrecuixe. First sip is bracingly sweet, toothpaste level menthol into candied papaya. Very rich and gentle mouthfeel. Spicy cinnamon finish. Relatively desirable notes, but to me the spirit itself reads as so sweet to the palate that it blankets the redeeming qualities. A good pour for someone looking to explore mezcal a bit more; it may beget excitement while remaining approachable, but it isn’t one I’m excited to revisit. Maybe for dessert.

Nose is less floral and more petrol forward than I expect in a Madrecuixe. First sip is bracingly sweet, toothpaste level menthol into candied papaya. Very rich and gentle mouthfeel. Spicy cinnamon finish. Relatively desirable notes, but to me the spirit itself reads as so sweet to the palate that it blankets the redeeming qualities. A good pour for someone looking to explore mezcal a bit more; it may beget excitement while remaining approachable, but it isn’t one I’m excited to revisit. May

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aarild

aarild

152 reviews
Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars3 years ago

A bit harsh nose at first, with acetone and minerality. Eventually, some unglazed clay, and something reminding me of boiled carrots with herbs and unripe mango.
On the palate it tastes rather of green herbs and leafs than the nutty, woody flavours I often get with karwinskiis. A bit agave fruit but not a lot. A bit of dried guajillo flavours lingers — as in some bitterness/fruit/spice potpourri. No lot number but the bottle was full so it’s probably worth trying again in a few weeks. Decent mezcal anyhow.

A bit harsh nose at first, with acetone and minerality. Eventually, some unglazed clay, and something reminding me of boiled carrots with herbs and unripe mango.
On the palate it tastes rather of green herbs and leafs than the nutty, woody flavours I often get with karwinskiis. A bit agave fruit but not a lot. A bit of dried guajillo flavours lingers — as in some bitterness/fruit/spice potpourri. No lot number but the bottle was full so it’s probably worth trying again in a few weeks. Decent

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Joseph

Joseph

26 reviews
Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars5 years ago

The palate is bright, citrusy, and sweet with some minerality and a tiny bit of acetone. It also has that faint fruity funk that several of the Del Magueys tend to have. A solid and enjoyable mezcal with some subtle and unique flavors. In terms of value, there are other madrecuixes/karwinskiis in this price range and lower that I would purchase over this one.

Spirit_Chaser

Spirit_Chaser

20 reviews
Rated 4 out of 5 stars5 years ago

Lot: MAD-141
On the nose it’s slightly smoky with a bit of earthiness, vegetal, juicy fruit gum, mango, and pineapple. Initially the taste is roasted agave/vegetal and peppery then morphs into delicious tropical fruit bomb with mangos, papaya, pineapple, lots of juicy fruit gum that slowly fades away to a chalky finish with a touch of cinnamon. Very good.

El_Cura

El_Cura

31 reviews
Rated 4 out of 5 stars5 years ago

This is good. Double bubblegum on the nose. A little smoky and fruity on the palate and finishes with a salsa imprint.

Aequivinius

Aequivinius

6 reviews
Rated 3 out of 5 stars6 years ago

Decent, fruity mezcal, that falls a bit short: green melon and cooked cucumber in the nose. Round and sweet in the mouth, baked aromas and sweet, canned fruit. However, the aromas seem a bit subdued. Unfortunately, there’s a slight disturbing plastic bitterness in the finish. (6 VIII 18, Spitz Bar Zürich, lot MAD-151)

razorbackmike

razorbackmike

150 reviews
Rated 3 out of 5 stars6 years ago

had high hopes for this one but fell a little short.i have had many of this brand that were excellent.this one seems muted.it is slightly vegetal and semi sweet.its good but doesnt compare to other madre like the vago edition.i wouldnt mind but the bottle was close to 100.00.for that price, i was expecting more.

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