Mezcal is one of the most popular Mexican distillates in the country and the whole world, its particular flavor and history make it a spirit full of history and mysticism.
At Mamazzita mezcal is one of the pillars of the concept, we have created an extensive and creative cocktail menu with extraordinary combinations that elevate mixology to another level.
We will share with you some interesting facts so you can learn more about mezcal:
- Mezcal is a 100% Mexican drink, it is obtained from agave just like tequila, but its preparation is different.
- Oaxaca is the largest producer of mezcal but it is also made in cities like Zacatecas, Durango, Guanajuato, Guerrero, San Luis Potosi and Michoacan.
- The creation of mezcal is totally handmade, we explain more: Tequila needs 51% agave sugar to be considered tequila; while mezcal needs to have 80% agave sugar.
- An important difference with tequila is that tequila uses only blue agave, while mezcal is made with different varieties of agave.
- Depending on the type of aging, mezcal can be: blanco, reposado or añejo.
Sometimes when talking about mezcal certain terms are used, we leave you with this guide that can help you:
- Minero: mezcal minero is the name given to mezcal made in Santa Catarina Minas, Oaxaca. In most of the palenques (mezcal factories) in Santa Catarina Minas, mezcal minero is made in the ancestral way.
- Pechuga: In the barrels they put a breast of turkey, chicken or rabbit, to give a smoky flavor.
- Abocado: Seeds, flowers, maguey worms, fruits and even scorpions are added. The worm or scorpion in some mezcal bottles adds nothing more than visual spectacle.
If you feel like drinking mezcal cocktails in Tulum and pairing your experience with Mexican haute cuisine, Mamazzita is the place to be and one of the best Mexican restaurants in the hotel zone.
Plan your experience and come visit us.
