Rating 93
Style
Produced In Mexico
ABV 41%
Availability Year Round
Price $47.00 
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Reviewed 2021-05-11

GEM&BOLT Damiana Mezcal Artesanal Review

This Espadín expression undergoes two distillations with a brief period of oak maturation in between. The second run through the still also includes the Mexican herb damiana, a traditional stimulant that is believed to produce a euphoric sensation. Its impact on the final spirit is immediately apparent in the form of invigorating botanical notes that promise to entice gin drinkers. With gentle smokiness on the palate, this is a great (if non-traditional) intro to mezcal.

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GEM&BOLT Damiana Mezcal Artesanal
This Espadín expression undergoes two distillations with a brief period of oak maturation in between. The second run through the still also includes the Mexican herb damiana, a traditional stimulant that is believed to produce a euphoric sensation. Its impact on the final spirit is immediately apparent in the form of invigorating botanical notes that promise to entice gin drinkers. With gentle smokiness on the palate, this is a great (if non-traditional) intro to mezcal.

Reviewed On: 05-11-2021
93
POINTS
GEM&BOLT Damiana Mezcal Artesanal
This Espadín expression undergoes two distillations with a brief period of oak maturation in between. The second run through the still also includes the Mexican herb damiana, a traditional stimulant that is believed to produce a euphoric sensation. Its impact on the final spirit is immediately apparent in the form of invigorating botanical notes that promise to entice gin drinkers. With gentle smokiness on the palate, this is a great (if non-traditional) intro to mezcal.

Reviewed On: 05-11-2021