Mezcal Noble Coyote | Angustifolia-Lyobaá 70cl ∙ 45% vol

Introducing: Noble Coyote's award-winning Angustifolia-Lyobaá Mezcal, which was awarded Spirits Business' highest accolade, the Master Medal, at the 2023 Tequila & Mezcal Blind Tasting. This unique mezcal is made from Maguey Espadín and Lyobaá agaves, with Lyobaá being considered one of the rarest of all magueys. The Lyobaá agave has a unique and complex flavour profile that is different from other mezcal varieties. This mezcal is an excellent choice for those who appreciate the natural and traditional flavours of Mexican mezcal and are looking for an authentic, rare and adventurous taste experience.

Raw material: A. angustifolia (Espadín) / A. lyobaá (Coyote).

Maturation: 7-10 years / 5-11 years
Origin: San Luis Amatlán
Crushing: Stone mill
Kiln: earth pit, mezquite wood
Cultivation: cultivated and wild agaves
Fermentation: Natural fermentation using wild yeasts in 'Mezquite' wooden barrels
Distillation: double in copper stills
Category: Artesanal (traditional craft)
Classification: Joven - not aged
Certificate: COMERCAM

 
This unique mezcal is made from the Maguey Espadín and Lyobaá agaves, with Lyobaá being considered one of the rarest magueys around. The wild Lyobaá agave has a unique and complex flavour profile that is different from other mezcal varieties. It is a great choice for those who appreciate the natural and traditional flavours of Mexican mezcal and are looking for a taste experience that is authentic, rare and adventurous.
The raw materials for this mezcal come from the A. angustifolia (Maguey Espadín) and A. lyobaá (Maguey Coyote) and the maturation takes between 7-10 years and 5-11 years. The mezcal is produced in San Luis Amatlán and is crushed in a stone mill. The kiln in which the mezcal is roasted is a hole in the ground that is fired with mesquite wood. The agave plants are both cultivated and wild collected and fermentation takes place in "Sabino" wooden barrels. The distillation is triple in copper stills and the mezcal is classified as Artesanal (traditional craft) and Joven.

In terms of aroma, Mezcal Noble Coyote Angustifolia-Lyobaá has a strong and distinctive agave scent, with notes of citrus, lemongrass, eucalyptus and floral as well as dried fruit aromas. The aroma is generally described as very fresh, clean and lively, with a subtle smokiness that adds depth to the silky overall fragrance.

On the palate, Mezcal Noble Coyote Angustifolia-Lyobaá offers a deliciously spicy flavour with herbal, dried fruit and slightly earthy notes. Its flavour profile is rich and complex and includes roasted agave, green peppers and a subtle pear sweetness. The slightly smoky flavour of the mezcal comes from the traditional production process of roasting the agaves in an underground pit oven. All of these flavours combine to create a unique and exciting taste experience that showcases the natural flavours and traditional techniques of an exceptional handcrafted mezcal.

The finish of the Mezcal Noble Coyote Angustifolia-Lyobaá is long and smooth with a pleasant warm sensation in the mouth. The herbal and vegetal aromas are present throughout the taste experience and persist until the finish. The smoky flavour becomes stronger towards the end and the dried fruit notes and subtle pear sweetness offer a pleasant sweetness that balances the other flavours. The earthy notes add a deep and complex character to the finish. Overall, the finish is balanced and leaves a pleasant aftertaste in the mouth.