A true gem to show
off and delight at the time
Our history
The history of Mezcal Saca Espantos began in our childhood. One day while walking down the street, we stumbled upon an event that spooked us very much. When we got to grandma’s house, she performed a cleanse by sprinkling Mezcal with rue grass all over our bodies. She told us that these scares could manifest in illnesses or emotional problems due to an imbalance between the body and the soul, where it is belief that the soul remains in the place of the event. For this reason it was necessary to “Take the espanto Out of Us”, which is a tradition that has always remained in the family and Mezcal is credited with the healing power to return the “soul to the body”.
Therefore Mezcal Saca Espantos is a tribute to the knowledge and traditions of our ancestors in the state of Oaxaca. Those traditional rituals called «Cleanses», which clear bad energies from the body and soul through the use of special herbs, incense, eggs, candles, copal and of course the power of our artisanal mezcal.
Finally, Mezcal Saca Espantos, is a tribute to the tradition of the «Day of the Dead» which is celebrated in Mexico and throughout the state of Oaxaca. In this celebration an offering is prepared for the loved ones who have passed on. Prepared with their favorite foods, Along with mezcal which forms an important part of the «Altar of the Dead» along with black mole, chocolate and the traditional chepil, bean tamales and black mole.
Our company
Mezcal Saca Espantos, is a
100% Oaxacan company
It was born with the purpose of raising pride in mezcal and all the work that exists behind this artisan product.
One of the main company purposes is to publicize the culture of mezcal in different countries of the world, so people can have the opportunity to try the benefits of this drink.
Our mezcal is made in the municipality of Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca, also called the «Mezcal world capital», because throughout its territory, we find a large number of artisanal and ancestral palenques, as well as large agave plantations. Resulting in the largest production of mezcal in Mexico and the world.
Why choose Mezcal Saca Espantos?
100% Oaxacan Mezcal
All the materials of our mezcal are native to the state of Oaxaca, and the production and packaging are carried out by Oaxacan producers.
High Quality Mezcal
In mezcal Saca Espantos we rigorously comply with the highest standards established by the regulations, from the cultivation of the maguey, its production and packaging.
100% Handmade Mezcal
Our traditional production process preserves the knowledge, techniques and traditions inherited by our grandparents and great-grandparents..
3rd Generation of Mezcaleros
We are the third generation producing mezcal in our community, and with this we share the knowledge, secrets, love and identity for our history in the mezcal culture.
Mezcal 100% Agave
In the production of our mezcal we do not use cane sugar or chemicals to give flavor, smell or texture; We also do not use any type of yeast to speed up the natural fermentation process.
Recommendations
How to drink mezcal?
Serve in a caballito mezcalero, it is suggested a glass cup, so it does not alter the properties of the mezcal.
Observe that once the mezcal is served, it leaves tears on the walls of the glass.
Before drinking the mezcal, it is recommended to smell it with each one of the nostrils, in order to identify the different aromas according to the type of agave and the region of origin. Depending on the type of agave, we can find citrus, herbal, sweet, earthy, burnt flavors, etc
Take a small sip of mezcal, pass it through all parts of the mouth in order to cover all the taste buds and finally swallow the drink slowly and smoothly.
Mezcal is not taken in shot, it is recommended in small sips, in order to taste its aromas and flavors.
It is not recommended to take it with lemon, salt or orange, because mixing this drink with other elements alters its natural flavor.
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Remember to drink in moderation and not overdo it.
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