BANHEZ JOVEN ESPADIN & BARRIL MEZCAL

From the remote village of San Miguel Ejutla in Oaxaca's central valley, this exceptional mezcal represents the collaborative spirit of 36+ families working through the Integradora Comercial de Ejutla cooperative. Their ancestral production methods—spanning nearly two centuries—include underground wood-fired pits, donkey-pulled stone mills (tahonas), wooden tank fermentation, and small-batch copper alembic distillation. This commitment to traditional craftsmanship reflects the mezcaleros' dedication to sustainable, fair trade practices that honor their cultural heritage. The Banhez Ensamble, blending 90% Espadín with 10% Barril agaves, offers a gentle introduction to mezcal with its appealingly mild profile highlighting floral notes and tropical fruit flavors of pineapple and banana. Perfect for mezcal newcomers and creative mixologists alike, it captures the authentic character of Oaxacan terroir through time-honored production techniques.