Hedonistas de la Fe Espadin Mexican Mezcal 70 cl 46%

Espadín is the agave the whole world of mezcal is built on – the one that grows across Oaxaca's valleys, and the one every mezcalero learns to understand before anything else. At the Santiago family's palenque in Matatlán, handling it is a craft refined over generations.

Expert Description

Hedonistas de la Fe Espadin is a Mexican Mezcal at 46% ABV, distilled from 100% Agave Angustifolia by the Santiago family in Matatlán, Oaxaca.

Unlike the wild Tobalá, Espadín is cultivated, though at Hedonistas de la Fe the agave is still hand-selected by trained jimadors, who let the plants mature for 6-8 years before harvest. This release is limited to 330 bottles in total.

The agave hearts are roasted over mesquite in a traditional earth oven, which gives the mezcal its smoky complexity. After roasting, the piñas are crushed with a tahona, and the mash ferments naturally in open wooden vats before being distilled twice in copper stills.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Brine and gentle smoke meet soft honey notes.

Palate

Layers of white pepper, grapefruit peel and tropical fruit unfold in a well-balanced, versatile mezcal.

Finish

Round and lightly spiced, with a finish that lingers pleasantly.

Specifications

Name: Hedonistas de la Fe Espadin
Distillery: Hedonistas de la Fe
Region/Country: Oaxaca, Mexico
Type: Mexican Mezcal
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 cl
EAN no.: 1230000083188
Serving suggestion: Enjoy neat at room temperature, or shake it into a Negroni, Margarita or Paloma

Flavour Profile

Smoky · Honey · Citrus · Spiced

Did You Know?

Nothing goes to waste at Hedonistas de la Fe: the agave leaves fuel the roasting fire, the spent tahona fibre goes back onto the fields as fertiliser, and new Espadín is continually replanted to secure future harvests.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hedonistas de la Fe Espadin Mezcal

What defines Espadín mezcal?

Espadín is the most widely used agave in mezcal production. Unlike wild varieties such as Tobalá, it is cultivated, and it typically produces a more approachable, versatile mezcal with clear smoke and sweetness from the cooked agave.

What does Hedonistas de la Fe Espadin taste like?

The nose offers brine, gentle smoke and honey, while the palate unfolds with white pepper, grapefruit peel and tropical fruit. The finish is round and lightly spiced.

Can Espadín mezcal be used in cocktails?

Yes, it's built for exactly that. Try it in a Negroni, Margarita or Paloma, where the mezcal's smoke gives the classics an interesting twist.

Should mezcal be served chilled or at room temperature?

Neat mezcal is best served at room temperature, so the aromas can fully unfold. In a cocktail with ice, that's naturally a different matter.

How should I store the bottle?

Cool, dark and tightly sealed. Unopened, mezcal keeps for years, and the flavour changes only slowly after opening.

Is Hedonistas de la Fe Espadin sustainably made?

The Santiago family reuses the agave leaves as fuel and returns the spent tahona fibre to the fields as fertiliser, while continually replanting Espadín to secure future harvests.

Who makes Hedonistas de la Fe?

The Santiago family in Matatlán, Oaxaca, led by maestro mezcalero Kaín Santiago Hernández – fourth-generation distillers who live off agave and fire.

Is this mezcal a good choice for beginners?

Yes. Espadín is most people's gateway into mezcal, and with its balance of smoke, honey and citrus, it's both easy to approach and interesting enough to explore further.