Rigoberto Cervantes from La Contenta. Guest bartender at our Bartender Legion Vol. 1 event.
Mixteco
2 oz Hibiscus flower infused Santa Pedrera Mezcal
1/2 oz Agave Syrup
3/4 Lemon juice
Agavero Liquor
Tajin rim
Monthly Archives: August 2015
Siembra Valles Tequila blanco
Due to the characteristic terroir of this region, tequilas from the Valles, overall, have themes of minerality, notes of pepper, and are more robust. The first thing one notices about this tequila is the pristine color and motion of the spirit. Siembra Valles starts with the silky texture on the palette. Immediately, strong and sweet aromas of cooked agave rise to the nose, that go from citrus to earthy. This prevalent agave scent and taste is a reflection of the process at Cascahuin; principally the use of bagasse in fermentation. One can taste the earth of Arenal, and the masonry of Cascahuin’s ovens. This spirit coats your mouth with dry spices, dates, figs, the buttery aroma of orange blossoms, flowers and copper notes straight from the still. These flavors, beginning in the mid and upper palette, distinguish the plants used, the natural fields they come from and the valley surrounding them. The approachable, subtle presence of alcohol is surprising, given the 80 proof. The finish is dry, elegant, and complex; reminiscent of jasmine and lime peel. Once the glass is empty, smell the strong cooked agave and butter scents left.
“Any good agave spirit, due to the richness of the raw material (agave), will contain 400 to 1,000 organoleptic elements ranging from fruits, spices, minerals, herbs, and more. We invite you to explore the hundreds of elements your palette will be exposed to. Join us in the Valles.”
Article from https://www.finewineandgoodspirits.com
Visit www.siembravalles.com
Bartender Legion Vol. 1 Event.
Bartender Legion is a project that aims to unite and promote the creativity of bartenders in New York City and surrounding areas. While looking to potentiate and demonstrate how noble, handy and beverage excellence that can be achieved with agave distillates such as Mezcal, Tequila, Sotol, Bacanora, Raicilla, etc.
They laid its foundations in New York City this past Tuesday, July 28th. And their birthplace was, neither more nor less than Botanic Lab, an experimental place, a true laboratory of the new mixology and home to an immense variety of tinctures and infusions.
The anticipated successful event was filled up with agave lovers. Originality and creativity were the principles guests, the protagonists, Tequila and Mezcal and the lucky ones, the guests.
Rigoberto Cervantes of La Contenta opened the evening. His drink: hibiscus infused Santa Pedrera Mezcal, lemon juice, agave nectar and Tajin rim was a great welcome!
The night continued, with a refreshing blend of Tequila Suerte and Meteoro Mezcal, ginger, honey, lemon juice and rose water with a bubbly touch. Created by Erika Ordonez of The Happiest Hour.
The night took a delightful and somewhat fabulous change with frothy and exquisite drink from Juan Bautista of La Pulperia. His drink: Tequila Siembra Valles, basil leaves, lemon juice, egg whites and a touch of aromatic bitters.
The fourth round was in charge of Julio Xoxocotla of Ward III with a tropical creation and a delicate spice. His drink: Tequila Pueblo Viejo, an interesting papaya syrup, Aperol, lime juice and a few drops of roasted red jalapeno and black pepper tincture.
To conclude and close with a flourish, Shannon Mustipher of Gladdy’s Caribbean came to the stage. She delighted us with Mezcal Bruxo, pineapple milk punch and home made orgeat. Delightful!
The night could not have ended better. Among new friends, with very danceable music and the desire of the new event, which will be announce very soon.
Long live to Bartender Legion and to agave spirits. Salud!
Tequila Pueblo Viejo blanco
Tequila Pueblo Viejo Blanco is 100% de Agave and produced at San Matias, which is one of the oldest distilleries in Mexico. Tequila Pueblo Viejo blanco is colorless, full, and slightly pungent on the attack. Light agave intensity and sencillo agave complexity. Herbal, artichoke, and ripe apple aromas dominate. Low sweetness and thin to medium mouth feel. Some pepper and sweet caramel flavors with hints of agave. Hot, medium finish with a sweet, apple flavor.
Article from http://www.tequila.net/tequila-reviews/blancos/pueblo-viejo-tequila-blanco.html
Santa Pedrera Mezcal
Espiritu Lauro is a Mexican company that was created in January 2010 with the goal of producing the best mezcal in Mexico. Located in San Agustin Amatengo, Oaxaca, they control every single step of the process. Unlike tequila, mezcal can be made from many types of agave: for their Santa Pedrera, they use 100% espadín agave. The distinctive flavor of their mezcal comes from an authentic and traditional handcrafted process
100% Espadin Agave. 46% alcohol. Natural yeast during fermentation. Single distillation. Bold in flavor but smooth on the palate, beautiful clear color with intense aromas and smoky ash notes. Creamy mouth feel; rustic with a touch of salinity and spice. A nicely roasted pure agave flavor in the mid palate without too much smoke. So well balanced it feels similar to a 40% Mezcal. Delicious neat or in creative cocktails
visit. www.santapedrera.com
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