agave plant and pineapple California Agave

agave plant and pineapple California AgaveThis extraordinary batch of agave comes to us from Luis Velazquez and Jordie Ricigliano from Los Hijuelos, made entirely from Agave Tequilana (blue agave) grown near a cherimoya orchard in Carpinteria, CA, and harvested using the Capn method. Typically, agaves are harvested at maturity but before they grow a flowering stalk (quiote), which marks the end of their life cycle. However, in the Capn method, the mezcalero allows the agave to fully mature

This extraordinary batch of agave comes to us from Luis Velazquez and Jordie Ricigliano from Los Hijuelos, made entirely from Agave Tequilana (blue agave) grown near a cherimoya orchard in Carpinteria, CA, and harvested using the “Capón” method. Typically, agaves are harvested at maturity but before they grow a flowering stalk (quiote), which marks the end of their life cycle. However, in the Capón method, the mezcalero allows the agave to fully mature and begin to develop a quiote, which is then quickly removed. This redirects the energy and sugars back to the piña, resulting in a uniquely concentrated and complex profile.

“We love tequila and mezcal. But our passion is not to recreate them. Through experimentation, some novel approaches to farming, and constant hands-on adjustments, we cultivate Californian agave spirits that taste as varied as the landscapes we grow on.” — Luis and Jordie

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We are extremely excited to bring you our newest California Agave from Los Hijuelos. This 100% California-grown, processed, and distilled agave is like nothing we’ve ever tasted before with flavor notes of piloncillo (Mexican brown sugar), pineapple, ripe berries, and a subtle mint finish we know you’ll agree.

Tasting notes: Piloncillo | Pineapple | Ripe Berries | Subtle Mint Finish | 94 Proof