Del Maguey San Luis del Rio Azul is made with maguey Azul, which is traditionally used only in Tequila. It is part of the Vino de Mezcal series.
About this mezcal
Del Maguey San Luis del Rio Azul is made with maguey Azul, which is traditionally used in Tequila. During the agave scarcity in 2000-2004, Jalisco truckers came down to Oaxaca to purchase Espadin from producers like Paciano Cruz Nolasco in order to sustain their tequila production. They brought with them baby maguey Azul to plant in case there was ever another shortage. Seven years later this maguey Azul was mature and ready to be harvested. Azul has a distinctively creamy mouth feel with bright citrus notes of dried tropical fruit. A sweet green herbaceous, wet stone quality appears with a touch of white peppercorn and a medium long finish.
Del Maguey Mezcal
Del Maguey (pronounced ma–gay), Single Village Mezcal was founded in 1995 by internationally renowned artist and Mezcal visionary, Ron Cooper. Ron introduced the world to previously unavailable 100% certified organic, artisanal Mezcal produced the original handcrafted way. Through deep cultural relationships with Zapotec Mexican Indian producers in the remote villages of Oaxaca, Mexico, Del Maguey harnesses ancient, original organic processes. Combining these methods with varying micro-climates and terroir gives each creation its own unique, rich, sweet and smoky character. Every product in their collection is made by individual family palenqueros (producers) in old-style villages. They are the first producer to credit each product after the village where our liquid is made. When you see their beautiful green bottles you know it’s Del Maguey. Most of Del Maguey’s mezcals are distilled to proof, so the ABV will vary slightly between batches.
In June of 2017, international spirits company, Pernod Ricard, purchased majority stake in the company. Del Maguey is now part of their portfolio that includes Jameson Whiskey, Absolute Vodka, and Havana Club Rum.
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Bryen
101 reviewsThis bottle typically retails for $120 but a Binny’s near me in Chicago had it as an “end of bin” sale for $80, so I was intrigued to give it a shot at that price point. I have to say I’m very pleasantly surprised! I dig this bottle. SLR-138 from 2021, so it’s a bit newer given how old some of the other batches reviewed are. I found this to be somewhat creamy in texture and tasted pretty green, which I was not expecting. Definitely some blue agave/tequila undertones which hit in the mid of the taste, but finishes with a really nice mesquite smoke flavor that lingers. Wouldn’t recommend buying at full price but I find that I’m always pleased when paying around $80 for a DM bottle
This bottle typically retails for $120 but a Binny’s near me in Chicago had it as an “end of bin” sale for $80, so I was intrigued to give it a shot at that price point. I have to say I’m very pleasantly surprised! I dig this bottle. SLR-138 from 2021, so it’s a bit newer given how old some of the other batches reviewed are. I found this to be somewhat creamy in texture and tasted pretty green, which I was not expecting. Definitely some blue agave/tequila undertones which hit in the mi
MezcalBabe
75 reviewsSLR-127 Unique story, liked it but not a standout
Americana Kyle
60 reviewsI do not have detailed notes on the flavor profile but remember being quite fond of this offering.
Meady
53 reviewsQuite a bitter aftertaste to this one which was hard to get past.. Up front it’s ok, light mouthfeel with orange peel and clove, but then you get a saline, slightly metallic, bitter flavour. Does have a touch of Chichicapa about it, but nowhere near the same level in my opinion.
47%
razorbackmike
161 reviewsi love dm mezcals.this one is not my favorite but still mabey a notch above averge.to sum it up,it is a watered down version of the standard san luis del rio (espadin) which is a favorite.almost the exact notes but thinner and not as full.the rarity is the reason for the price.the espadin version cost much less and is twice the spirit.
GreenspointTexas
385 reviewsInteresting to have blue agave made in the traditional mezcal style
NickSanford
23 reviewsWalked through the garden tasting herbacious notes of green peppers off the stone with sweet citrus hints running through the layers ending with a nice mint finish. Loved this one from Del Maguey. If you like Chichicapa, I’d recommend this one.
TheAgaveFairy
169 reviewsLot SLR-127.
Big genepi nose – how fun! [Orange] marmalade, cranberry, savory and spice – touches of star anise and mint, overall like a more vegetal highlands agave. Smoke lingers on the finish after a great mouthfeel. Worth the experience.
Chris
40 reviewsSLR 125 as well. I didn’t experience the metallic taste, but get the not enough going on part. I’ve been drinking this against a couple of the del maguey espadins, It’s a bit smokier, not quite as smooth and a little too sweet. I’m glad I bought the bottle and don’t think it will linger on the shelf. I wonder if this is what Tequila was like before the big companies and their machines came to Jalisco. I also had a bit of Don Julio 1942 and reposado. Under the wood, the similarity was there.
SLR 125 as well. I didn’t experience the metallic taste, but get the not enough going on part. I’ve been drinking this against a couple of the del maguey espadins, It’s a bit smokier, not quite as smooth and a little too sweet. I’m glad I bought the bottle and don’t think it will linger on the shelf. I wonder if this is what Tequila was like before the big companies and their machines came to Jalisco. I also had a bit of Don Julio 1942 and reposado. Under the wood,
Tyler
668 reviewsDel Maguey makes great mezcal, and this limited-edition blue agave mezcal is another delicious release. Sweet and fruity, the caramel agave taste is reminiscent of tequila (which is made from blue agave). Really enjoy the apple and berry notes in this mezcal. Lot 2012-5
Jonny
736 reviewsLot SLR 125. Aromas of green pepper and freshly fallen rain. This Mezcal is very rich iwth character that exudes notes of freshly ground pepper, cloves, and a bit of ripe tangerine. As a rare release, this is really delightful. It’s full flavor and extremely soft and balanced.
3chainz
19 reviewsSweet aroma. Very light mouth feel
Fairly harsh metallic taste…..not enough going on for my tastes