Del Maguey Vida Clásico Mezcal

Artisanal Mezcal | 42% ABV | 84 Proof | 750mL | San Luis del Río, Oaxaca, Mexico | 100% Espadín Agave | Single Village

Process & Profile

Del Maguey Vida Clásico Mezcal is made from 100% mature Espadín agave in San Luis del Río, Oaxaca, a village alongside the Río Hormiga Colorada, or Red Ant River. Produced by the family of Paciano Cruz Nolasco, this expression connects its distinctive agave character with the traditions of its village of origin.

The mezcal is naturally fermented and slowly distilled twice in small, wood-fired copper stills. Bottled at 42% ABV, Vida Clásico was developed to bring pronounced flavor to cocktails while remaining enjoyable as a sipping mezcal. First introduced in 2010, it is the original Vida expression in Del Maguey’s collection.

Its profile brings together fruit aromatics, honey, vanilla, and roasted agave, followed by ginger, cinnamon, banana, tangerine, and burnt sandalwood. That combination of fruit, spice, and smoky wood character gives it versatility: it can add depth to a Margarita, complement ginger and fresh lime, or be explored slowly on its own.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Fruit aromatics with hints of honey, vanilla, and roasted agave.

• Palate: Ginger, cinnamon, banana, and tangerine alongside burnt sandalwood.

• Finish: Long and soft.

What Makes It Special

• Made from 100% mature Espadín agave.

• A single village mezcal from San Luis del Río in Oaxaca, Mexico.

• Produced by the family of Paciano Cruz Nolasco.

• Naturally fermented before distillation.

• Slowly double-distilled in small, wood-fired copper stills.

• Bottled at 42% ABV and 84 proof, with a profile developed for sipping and mixing.

• The original Vida expression, introduced in 2010.

• Combines roasted agave and fruit with ginger, cinnamon, and burnt sandalwood.

How to Enjoy

Sip Del Maguey Vida Clásico Mezcal neat from a copita or small spirits glass, taking small sips to explore its fruit, roasted agave, and spice notes. Its long, soft finish makes it well suited to a relaxed tasting alongside other Espadín mezcals.

For cocktails, try a Mezcal Margarita with fresh lime and orange liqueur. Del Maguey also recommends a Mezcal Mule: combine two parts Vida Clásico, one part fresh lime juice, and two parts ginger beer over ice, stir, and garnish with a lime wheel.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Del Maguey Vida Clásico Mezcal?

   Del Maguey Vida Clásico Mezcal is an artisanal, single village mezcal made from 100% Espadín agave. It is produced in San Luis del Río, Oaxaca, and bottled at 42% ABV.

2. Where is Del Maguey Vida Clásico Mezcal made?

   It is made in San Luis del Río, Oaxaca, Mexico, by the family of Paciano Cruz Nolasco.

3. How is Del Maguey Vida Clásico Mezcal produced?

   It is naturally fermented and distilled twice, slowly, in small wood-fired copper stills.

4. What does Del Maguey Vida Clásico Mezcal taste like?

   It offers fruit aromatics, honey, vanilla, and roasted agave on the nose, followed by ginger, cinnamon, banana, tangerine, and burnt sandalwood on the palate. The finish is long and soft.

5. Where can I buy Del Maguey Vida Clásico Mezcal?

   You can purchase Del Maguey Vida Clásico Mezcal 750mL directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for premium mezcal and Mexican spirits.