Mayalen Borrego has earthen flavors with floral and citric notes that linger on the palate long after each textured sip.
About this mezcal
Mayalen Borrego is made from wild agave Cupreata. This mezcal is Guerrero’s answer to the mezcal Pechuga from Oaxaca. Their mezcalero starts with the same Wild Cupreata base and then adds nuts, fruits, and spices after the second distillation. This infusion is then distilled a third time with a freshly butchered leg of lamb suspended in the still. The result is meaty, spicy, herbal, and balanced. This variety is complex with a silken texture. Earthen flavors with floral and citric notes linger on the palate long after each sip. This mezcal is triple-distilled and its exclusive recipe has been used by the maestro Mezcalero’s family for many generations. Mayalen Borrego has an alcohol content of 49%.
Mayalen Mezcal
Mezcal Mayalen proudly presents Agua de Juventud, or Water of Youth, mezcal from the mountains of Guerrero. Their products are 100% hand-crafted and organic . Like many, they believe that the climate, water, and soil conditions of the agave have a direct effect on the resulting mezcal. For this reason, their palenque is located on a site that has yearlong access to natural spring water. They have 4 different varieties of mezcal, but all are produced with the same Wild Cupreata Agave. There are slight differences in production that create different flavor notes and alcohol content for each product. Also, each lot of Mezcal Mayalen is somewhat unique. Check your bottle for details.
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Zack Klamn
542 reviewsBatch: MBR00119
Nose: Cinnamon and nutmeg. Virtually no smoke.
Palate: Baking spices – cinnamon especially – comforting and Christmas-y. Smooth mint flavor and subtle cheese cake.
This is incredible… absolutely love this!
TzotollineRaramuri
75 reviews2018
?- clear
?- drying impact, light prickling.
Aromas of tropical – mango, papaya, peaches, guava, starfruit, peppy mandarin, passionfruit, dragon fruit, cherry and plums, peach blossom, basil, fennel, perfume, jicama, cucumber, pickled watermelon rind, light leather.
Adequate & complex production.
Average length and very fine character.
?- coating effect; sufficient smooth alcohol; medium-full body.
Primarily sour taste, with sweet, piquant and savory highlights; buttery smoothness.
Flavors of undercooked and cooked sweet potato, sour wild honeys, traces of ashy wood, peaches, apricot, nectarine, cucumber, peppercorn, lime, and deer jerky
Concentrated flavor intensity, complex character, harmoniously bold balance.
Pleasant and very long finish.
Excellent overall impression.
*Extraordinarily incredibly fun character, and balanced, void of faults or flaws.
Learn more about organoleptic evaluation at the International Wine & Spirits Guild’s seminar in Fine Spirits,
or more on Agave Spirits certifications through the Agave Spirits Institute.
2018
?- clear
?- drying impact, light prickling.
Aromas of tropical – mango, papaya, peaches, guava, starfruit, peppy mandarin, passionfruit, dragon fruit, cherry and plums, peach blossom, basil, fennel, perfume, jicama, cucumber, pickled watermelon rind, light leather.
Adequate & complex production.
Average length and very fine character.
?- coating effect; sufficient smooth alcohol; medium-full body.
Primarily sour taste, with sweet, piquant and savory highlights; buttery smoothness.
SoloAgave
86 reviewsA low cost entry into the Pechuga category and a unique offering that is much better than the Bozal offering. Lamb tagine is the perfect description – cinnamon, warm spices, and lamb come across perfectly and if you’re looking for something unique this is a great option for the price point (usually around $65) this is a winner. A little lactic on the nose from the Cupreata but the flavors come through clearly. Not the type of bottle I want to finish in one sitting but a winner nonetheless!
A low cost entry into the Pechuga category and a unique offering that is much better than the Bozal offering. Lamb tagine is the perfect description – cinnamon, warm spices, and lamb come across perfectly and if you’re looking for something unique this is a great option for the price point (usually around $65) this is a winner. A little lactic on the nose from the Cupreata but the flavors come through clearly. Not the type of bottle I want to finish in one sitting but a winner noneth
SouthpawJones
2 reviewsBatch CP002016.
I’m struggling with the burn. I may be putting too much stock in the pechuga magic and the third distillation, but it’s simply hard to drink, and I value ease. After trying it initially, I put it away to calm down, but upon revisitation, it’s still not as fun to sip as the bottle is beautiful. (Note the illustration with the poor lamb hanging mid-quiote.) The flavor is sweet, sour, salty, and unique. The nose delivers bright springtime, and it has a magical water texture. I would love more info on the bottle regarding distillation, mezcalero, etc. We may just need time and counseling, the two of us.
Batch CP002016.
I’m struggling with the burn. I may be putting too much stock in the pechuga magic and the third distillation, but it’s simply hard to drink, and I value ease. After trying it initially, I put it away to calm down, but upon revisitation, it’s still not as fun to sip as the bottle is beautiful. (Note the illustration with the poor lamb hanging mid-quiote.) The flavor is sweet, sour, salty, and unique. The nose delivers bright springtime, and it has a magical wate
StevenR
13 reviewsBatch# CP002016
Fresh cut grass, lilac,clove, oolong tea and barn yard tannery like nose. Banana fosters meets lamb tagine.. sweet and savory.. super clean and a touch of heat.. I like it !!
Tyler
643 reviewsReally unique nose on this pechuga with an almost lavender aroma. This pechuga really coats the palate like a watery syrup. There are some nice notes of salt, raisin, brown sugar, and plantains. This is a good pechuga and the price is suspiciously low. Lot CP00714.
razorbackmike
155 reviewsvery distinct.the aroma is very light and thin.the entry is the same but it opens quickly.flavor is mild and sweet.citrus and lots of mint.nice pepper and spice .what makes it stand out is a vinegar undertone.cupreatas seem to have a bright clean taste that i enjoy.very easy to drink and mild considering the high proof.the mayalens also give a buzz that is up.love the effect as well as the taste.high quality.very well worth the price.
Jonny
708 reviewsLot CP00714 which was bottled in 2013. Reviewing this is tough as it’s so different from everything else I’ve tasted. It starts out sweet with notes of honey and vanilla, and then moves into notes of pepper, nutmeg, and cardamom. It’s almost tangy in it’s approach and finish, which is very different from other mezcals. Given this is a pechuga made with agave Cupreata, it’s pretty unique in character. It’s definitely worth trying.