Review #: 174
Description: Mezcal Vago Elote March 2020
Spirit: Mezcal
Background: Mezcal Vago Elote is distilled from 100% Angustifolia Espadin by Aquilino Garcia Lopez and infused with roasted corn in the distillation process using a copper still.
Reviews 170 – 174 were done as part of a virtual “Mezcal 101” class to offer a decent range of options and styles for decently affordable and available bottles.
Distillery – Aquilino Garcia Lopez
Bottler – Mezcal Vago
Brand – Mezcal Vago
Selection – N/A
ABV – 50.3%
Age – Unaged
Nose – Roasted peppers, melted butter, lime, tajin seasoning
Taste – Sweet corn, cream, cumin, warm spices, tart citrus
Finish – Brine, vegetal, hot peppers, a bit too hot on the ethanol side
Score: 4
Would I buy a bottle? No
Thoughts: This was interesting and the corn used in the distillation process definitely comes through, with spices and lime. The finish turns a bit too hot for my liking and takes away from the whole experience.