Alipus San Andres MezcalAlipus is a line of mezcal produced by small family distilleries in the the state of Oaxaca. The distilleries are on rural pueblos often reachable only by dirt road, and they are centers for the traditional methods of producing mezcal. The San Andres expression is produced by Don Valente on his land, which is a 5000 foot high plateau with shaley soil. It can be hard for agave to grow here, so the resulting plants are hardier with long root systems and

Ultimate Beverage Challenge 90 points: "The nose is full of cedar

apples and citrus on the palate

this whisky is an expression of both tradition and innovation

Winemaker: Flavio Fenocchio

Elmer retired in 1985

After the untimely demise of J

The bitterness is immediately detected on the first sip

The original formula picks up notes of vanilla

premium single-barrel extra aged amber rum offers an intriguing flavor profile

Surprisingly light mouthfeel with a semi-sweet profile and deep toffee and buttery flavors

or neat to truly appreciate the full flavor profile

Their tasting panel will only bottle a single-cask under the distillery name if it is a cask of the highest quality