Banhez Mezcal Tobala
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Banhez Mezcal Tobala is a distinguished expression crafted from the revered tobala agave, known for its rarity and small physical size, with a growing period of up to 30 years. This mezcal is a testament to the artistry of maestro mezcalero Gonzalo Hernandez Bigotes and the unique characteristics of the tobala agave. Renowned for its intense aromatics and a smooth flavor profile, Banhez Tobala is a celebration of the agave's complexity and the craftsmanship of mezcal production.
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Bottle details
| Type | Tobalá |
|---|---|
| Brand | Banhez |
| Origin | Oaxaca, Mexico |
| Bottle size | 750 ml |
| Made from | tobalá agave (Agave potatorum) |
Why Liquor Geeks recommends it
Tobalá is an agave mezcal lovers seek out. It is a small plant (Agave potatorum), known for its rarity, that can take up to 30 years to mature, and this bottling from Banhez shows why it earns that attention. Maestro mezcalero Gonzalo Hernandez Bigotes makes it in La Compania, Oaxaca, at 4,865 feet. He uses natural fermentation with wild yeast over five to six days, then double distillation in copper stills. In the glass it opens with green mango, then fresh green herbs and a subtle thread of leather, with cooked agave, gentle smoke and an earthy depth underneath. It suits drinkers who know a few mezcals and want to taste how a different agave changes the picture, and it rewards slow sipping. We carry it because it is a traditionally made expression of a prized agave, with a named maestro and clear production details. Its bright, tropical, herbal profile also makes tobalá easy to understand from the first sip.
Pairs well with
- Green mango and chile salad — The salad's tart fruit echoes the mezcal's opening green mango note and lets its herbal freshness shine.
- Herb-rubbed grilled meats — Char and fresh herbs meet the mezcal's smoke, leather and green herb notes in a natural match.
- Agave spirits tasting night — Its bright tropical fruit and herbal character make it a vivid example of how tobalá agave shapes a mezcal's flavor.
Questions about this bottle
What is tobalá agave?
What is tobalá agave?
Tobalá is Agave potatorum, a revered agave known for its rarity and small physical size. It can take up to 30 years to grow, and its distinctive character comes through clearly in this mezcal's green mango and herbal notes.
What does Banhez Mezcal Tobala taste like?
What does Banhez Mezcal Tobala taste like?
It begins with vibrant green mango, then unfolds into fresh green herbs with a subtle undertone of leather. Cooked agave, smoke and earthy notes round out the profile, giving tropical brightness balanced by depth.
How and where is it made?
How and where is it made?
Maestro mezcalero Gonzalo Hernandez Bigotes produces it in La Compania, Oaxaca, at 4,865 feet (1,483 meters). The agave ferments naturally with wild yeast for five to six days, and the mezcal is then double-distilled in copper stills.
What is the best way to drink it?
What is the best way to drink it?
Sip it from a snifter and give it time to breathe so its intense aromatics open up. Serving it slightly chilled is a good option, and a twist of grapefruit or lime peel adds citrus oils that complement the green mango.
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