Premium tequilas and mezcals that you don't "down" as a shot or as a cocktail ingredient, but rather taste in peace like an old scotch, are on the rise. Arturo Lomeli can tell you a thing or two about that. In 1997, he began marketing his rather cheaply produced tequila in a stereotypical bottle with a sombrero and moustache. He soon found himself back at school - the subject was "luxury marketing". In 2007, the Clase Azul Ultra was launched on the market for US$ 1,200 and was very well received. Since then, the company has specialized in the high-end market segment for tequila and mezcal. These carefully painted ceramic bottles, reminiscent of oversized pepper mills, are a real eye-catcher. Apart from a golden ornament, each bottle bears the signature of the master distiller and the indigenous artist (from the Mazahua people) who designed it.
Product Detail
Clase Azul's new masterpiece: mezcal made from Salmiana agave (also known as 'verde' agave). This time, the outside of the bottle is made of red stone. The glass water bottle that accompanies this mezcal is one of the brand's most remarkable. The colour is bright red, a tribute to the indigenous Wachchil people of the region. The name 'Aztec', which means 'to paint the head red', refers to the fact that the Wachchil traditionally painted their bodies red, hence the bright colour of this decanter! The carvings on the floor are supposed to represent the natural features of San Luis Potosí and the native agave plant. The lid of the gourd is handmade using a coloured worsted wool application technique, depicting magnificent landscapes of mountain ranges and desert valleys, with bright red finches flying overhead. It takes the craftsman more than three hours to create each lid!
Country Of Production : Mexico, Jalisco
Capacity : 75cl
Alcohol Content : 42%
Type : Mezcal
Brand : Clase Azul
Tasting Notes
Nose: Complex blend of cooked agave, caramel, green chile, fruit sweetness, fresh grass, and subtle wildflowers.
Palate: Herbal forefront followed by layers of caramel, lime zest, and clove.
Finish: Distinct mineral quality with a spiced aftertaste, leaving a lasting impression.
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