El Occidental Puebla Tobala Mezcal (750ml)

Mezcal from the Puebla region comes from a producer working with the tobala agave, a wild varietal that grows at high altitude and develops complex character through slow maturation. El Occidental's expression captures the distinctive profile that tobala brings to mezcal production, where traditional roasting and distillation methods emphasize the plant's natural mineral and herbal dimensions.

Expect the savory, earthy foundation typical of tobala mezcal, with layers of smoke and dried herb that unfold across the palate. The spirit carries a dry finish that rewards sipping neat, allowing the agave's subtlety to emerge without dilution, though a single large ice cube or a splash of water will open up additional nuance.