Wahaka Mezcal Espadín

Nose: Well integrated fruity and floral bouquet. A citrus note like lemonade and orange sorbet. A bright and refreshing nose but it's rather "spirity" and a little vodka-like. Palate: A fairly neutral arrival - very clean and crisp. Plaintains, apples, some subtle salt and sugars - the saltiness is of an easy, umami, mineral/vegetal character and the sugars are light and creamy, like vanilla icing sugar. More light fruity notes appear as it develops with a touch of minty anise, like a fine pastis. A pleasantly brisk palate. Finish: Short in flavour and medium in texture. The palate drops away sharply, but pleasantly, while a comforting warmth lingers with hints of peppery herbs around the sides of the tongue. No sour, bitter or metallic notes. This is a very clean and enjoyable mezcal with a pleasant smoothness. It's not of great complexity but its simplicity is engaging. It's an easy-drinking mezcal with a slightly herbal quality like a very neutral white rhum agricole or even a vodka, particularly in the finish. There is a smoky note on the nose but it is very subtle and adds depth rather than standing out. This does not have the massive profile of some mezcals but it is enjoyable as an occasional sipper and would be fine as a high-quality mixer. It is a little expensive and I don't think it really competes with the similarly priced Del Maguey expressions. "Above Average" : 82/100 (3.25 stars)

Sitting at the Denver airport waiting for a delayed flight back home...and what better way to spend the 2 hour delay than to try something new. I’m a fan of mezcal, at least the few I’ve tried were pretty good. This one—-not too bad. Creamy smoke, vegetal herbal. It helps having it sit out—the creaminess becomes stronger with lingering notes of smoke. Personally I still prefer the Pechuga and Chichicapapa as my favorites so far, but this is a decent pour and great intro to mezcal. Would I buy a bottle? No. But does it keep me entertained waiting for a flight ? Yes.

Honestly the only reason this isn’t a solid 5 is because I haven’t tried out that many mezcals to fully comprehend how good this one is. This has low if any burn and a nice smokiness to it. I remember having shots of mezcal in the past and it being harsh going down. This one wasn’t. 4.5 for now until I try out more

This could change but... Ive only had three mezcals at this point bozal espadin and illegal anejo and this one. Is the illegal the best sipper and the bozal is better straight than this one too. But in a cocktail. This wins in a flip over the table kind of way. Like it hits you in the balls.

The nose and palate on the first sip reminded me strongly of a smooth tequila, but with some spice followed by an excellent smoky finish. Very nice.

Not a single $ liquor, but one of the better mixers. I prefer Del Maguey Vida over it. Has a funky quality to it and a little more sweetness.