| Rating | 91 |
| Style | Mezcal |
| Produced In | Mexico |
| ABV | 46% |
| Availability | Year Round |
| Price | $40.00 |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2025-05-28 |
Mina Real Mezcal Blanco Review
A bright, floral, and clean expression of Espadín, this bottling is produced in Santa Catarina Minas, Oaxaca. The town is revered for its heritage and adherence to traditional production techniques, including distilling in clay pots. While Mina Real opts to instead use copper alembic stills, this release brims with character, with chocolate and savory notes building complexity on the palate.
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