CASA LOTOS SOTOL BLANCO

In the sun-scorched deserts of Chihuahua, Mexico, the Ruelas family has been perfecting their sotol craft since the 1930s, when patriarch Vincente Ruelas became the region s first licensed sotol producer. This fourth-generation operation sustainably harvests wild Dasylirion (desert spoon) plants from the rocky, arid landscape, where each plant takes 15 years to mature. Casa Lotos employs solar technology and eco-conscious practices, preserving the plant s root system to enable multiple harvests - a testament to their profound respect for the land s natural resources and the ancient sotol-making traditions of the region. This artisanal spirit presents an elegant and distinctive profile that captures the essence of its wild desert origins. The crystal-clear Blanco offers refreshing notes of herbaceous greenery and delicate maple sweetness, while hints of pine needle, crisp cucumber, and spicy green peppercorns create an intriguing aromatic bouquet. Double-distilled in copper stills after fermenting in native pine vessels, this sophisticated spirit delivers a remarkably smooth, clean finish that shines both neat and in craft cocktails.