Maguey Melate Tepextate from Gregorio Martinez Garcia was a special release that was distilled in a copper pot still in San Baltazar Guelavila, Oaxaca.
About this destilado de agave
Maguey Melate Tepextate from Gregorio Martinez Garcia was a one-off release that was available only in the Melate Bottle Shop. This limited release was a batch of just 180 litres. The maguey Tepextate (agave Marmorata) used in this mezcal took approximately 25-30 years to reach maturity.
Maguey Melate
Maguey Melate was founded on two ideas: 1) Artisanal agave spirits are amazing and should be shared with the world, and 2) The faster-cheaper economy is a harmful force for people, the environment, and now agave spirits.
They believe if mezcal (and agave spirits) can be understood and appreciated at its full potential, people will show their preference for quality artisanal mezcal that is sustainably and fairly sourced. By raising consumer consciousness on the origins of mezcal and educating enthusiasts on matters of quality and character, informed people will be empowered to ensure the future of mezcal. To do this, they’re reaching a large audience with an impactful message: KEEP MEZCAL ARTISANAL!
Maguey Melate is perhaps most well-known for their Mezcalero of the Month Club, which delivers artisanal small-batch agave spirits directly to the doors of consumers in the US and Mexico. In addition to the monthly spirits, they offer exclusive content and interviews with producers. Single releases are also available in the Maguey Melate shop.
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GreenspointTexas
385 reviewsToo many veggies. Like a cucumber/celery/spinach salad. Hard to believe this is a tep
JDB
114 reviewsDefinitely a Tep, very green, a bit astringent, subtle flavors of mint and herb. A vegetal flavor I can’t quite place, maybe artichoke or asparagus? Seems a little hot on the back end. Good to do a side by side with another Tep to see how it compares.
TheAgaveFairy
168 reviewsFloral and nightshade driven – some potato starch is in there with the gobs and gobs of peppers. Poblano and habenero lead the way, there’s a papaya fruitiness as well as some watermelon. These contrasts of orange and green flavors are nice! Oranges, cilantro add to that, some mint, white pepper. Mineral, creamsicle, pretty comfortable. Creamy texture.
t8ke
144 reviewsPowerful vegetal quality, some smoke and minerality. Sweet candy, fruits, a hint of cream, and confectioners sugar. Lovely in all the right ways.
Really great offering here, showing the sweet, complex, creamy side of Tep that drives me wild. Yum.