Final 12 months, Mijenta Tequila launched the primary in a collection of recent particular editions referred to as Maestra Choice, every supposed to discover a uncommon aspect of tequila and agave manufacturing. Selction No. 1 was a high-proof blanco make solely from agaves grown from seed. Choice No. 2 will not be about how agave crops are grown however the place, made utilizing agave sourced from one property in every of the 5 states the place tequila might be legally produced — Guanajuato, Jalisco, Michoacan, Nayarit, and Tamaulipas. (This expression was produced at NOM 1412, it’s older distillery accomplice.)
For this launch, Mijenta’s Maestra Tequilera Ana María Romero wished to discover how the extremely various soil, local weather, elevation and cultivation practices throughout Mexico impression the flavors of the agave. Formed by every state’s distinctive ecosystem and traditions, Romero discovered that the agaves develop drastically completely different style profiles.
“Mexico is a rustic of immense magnificence, each culturally and naturally, and this tequila provided a chance to have fun each of these facets,” Romero mentioned. “Starting my profession in wine, I’ve been fascinated by terroir, and I used to be amazed to see how completely different the style profiles are for every state’s agaves as they’re formed by the native environmental circumstances. From the caramel and spice of Guanajuato, to the citrus and purple fruit of Michoacan, to the preserved fruits, herbs and almond of Nayarit, to the mint, recent grass, sage and spices of Tamaulipas, to the natural and citrus notes of Jalisco, this tequila is crafted to permit the distinctive personalities of every state to shine by means of in each sip.”
Sourced from single estates in every of the 5 territories, the agaves for this launch had been distilled individually after which masterfully blended to create a closing profile that’s wealthy and complicated.
The distinctive five-sided bottle additionally pays homage to the 5 states from which the agaves for the expression had been sourced.
Let’s dig in.
Mijenta Tequila Blanco Maestra Choice No. 2 Assessment
Shiny and salty on the nostril, Maestra #2 affords aromas that will be proper at dwelling in a martini (Mexican or in any other case) — briny inexperienced olives, lemon peel, and lime leaf, all sparring for dominance towards aromas pushed by crisp, herbaceous, and somewhat grassy agave.
The palate one way or the other feels even sunnier and extra effusive, with flavors of recent lime and lemon juice bursting on the tongue. Because the midpalate arrives a reprise of olive emerges, with refined notes of anise constructing in earnest. The citrus by no means fades, crisp fruit notes biting nicely into the end, the place a slick of vanilla cream and a grind of white pepper await you. The fade-out is clear and refreshing, inviting the subsequent sip of the night time virtually instantly.
That is wonderful by itself however it could be a bit an excessive amount of for a margarita — except you want them tremendous salty — and once more I feel a Mexican martini is the go-to cocktail for this, must you want to combine with it. Straight toasts by a campfire, I feel, are one of the simplest ways to go.
80 proof. NOM 1412.
A / $84
Mijenta Tequila Blanco Maestra Choice No. 2
USD84
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