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Banhez, Mezcal Joven

Spirit from Mexico
by Banhez
$35.99
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Produced by a co-op of over 30 families in the village of Ejutla, Banhez Mezcal Joven honors traditional methods: underground pit roasting, stone tahona milling, natural fermentation, and copper pot distillation. The blend of Espadín (90%) and Barril (10%) gives it a harmonious profile—more floral and fruity than intensely smoky, with a gentle sweetness that makes it an ideal gateway mezcal.

On the nose, you'll find cooked agave, citrus peel, and a hint of smoke, while the palate delivers green herbs, white pepper, and a smooth, lightly smoky finish. At 42% ABV, it’s easygoing yet characterful—great on its own, in a neat pour or over ice, but also stellar in mezcal Margaritas, Palomas, or riffs on classic cocktails like a Oaxaca Old Fashioned.

Banhez is also certified artisanal and sustainably produced, making it a thoughtful choice for both newcomers and seasoned mezcal fans.

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In the village of San Miguel Ejutla, a co-op of 35+ families makes mezcal the way it's been done for nearly two centuries. Underground pits, donkey-powered mills, wooden fermentation tanks, copper stills. Banhez isn't chasing trends—they're honoring tradition while proving that real mezcal tastes nothing like shortcuts. Fair trade, sustainable, and unapologetically rooted in Oaxacan earth. This is what happens when tradition and community economics align.

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    750ml

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