Del Maguey San Pablo Ameyaltepec is made from agave Tobala. It’s a very floral mezcal that has notes of spice, lilac and tropical fruit.
About this mezcal
Del Maguey San Pablo Ameyaltepec is also known as the Papalote de Puebla and is part of the Del Maguey Vino de Mezcal collection. This mezcal is made by mezcalero Aurelio Gonzalez Tobon. This is a very floral mezcal that has notes of spice, lilac and tropical fruit. The agave Tobala gives this mezcal bright citrus notes that balance with its creamy texture. Newer batches may also contain small amounts of maguey Pizorra (agave Marmorata), which is part of the same genetic family as Tepextate.
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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Jchilton
2 reviewsLot PUE-171, 100% Papalote version
Floral, strawberry, and hint or banana with lightly roasted aromas. Juicy Fruit gum and tropical fruit on the palate with minimal smoke. Medium to long finish…really enjoying this one!
Forpowder
122 reviewsLot PUE-171 Sampled on 9/10/2024. Aromas out of the bottle are super smooth peaches and cream. No smoke which is expected. With a little Holiday spice. Flavors, follow the suit.This is amazing mescal. One of my favorites from del Maguey. So much going on with this one, but what really stands out is the smoothie? Creamy tropical fruit peaches, mangoes apricots, all in, like a creamy creme brulee, like setting. This is what dreams are made of in the mezcal land. If you ever get a chance try it worth every penny
Lot PUE-171 Sampled on 9/10/2024. Aromas out of the bottle are super smooth peaches and cream. No smoke which is expected. With a little Holiday spice. Flavors, follow the suit.This is amazing mescal. One of my favorites from del Maguey. So much going on with this one, but what really stands out is the smoothie? Creamy tropical fruit peaches, mangoes apricots, all in, like a creamy creme brulee, like setting. This is what dreams are made of in the mezcal land. If you ever get a chance try it wor
BlackBeard
7 reviewsOne of the top. Nice, very good and natural taste. Nearly perfect taste!
Ben P
149 reviewsBatch PUE-171 ABV: 47%
Pizzora/Papalote Batch
Nose: smarties candy, kiwi, mango, pineapple, floral, nail polish
Palate: so fruity. I get tons of cantaloupe melon, a bit of dried tart mango, charred pineapple moving toward the finish is more minerality, a bit of slate. Finish is a charred flowers but not overly flowery. Coffee, just great and long lasting
This stuff is awesome and the best of DMs Ive had. So much fruit, slightly floral and balanced minerality
Batch PUE-171 ABV: 47%
Pizzora/Papalote Batch
Nose: smarties candy, kiwi, mango, pineapple, floral, nail polish
Palate: so fruity. I get tons of cantaloupe melon, a bit of dried tart mango, charred pineapple moving toward the finish is more minerality, a bit of slate. Finish is a charred flowers but not overly flowery. Coffee, just great and long lasting
This stuff is awesome and the best of DMs Ive had. So much fruit, slightly floral and balanced minerality
mt_rainyer
43 reviewsIf you are going to buy a Del Maguey release, this is personally my absolute favorite. It is also one of my favorite tobalas in a fruity style. Holds up against many other premium bottles even now. Have had 3 bottles of this over the years, 2 from PUE-161 (the original run without Pizorra) and one from a later batch with the pizorra.
An overwhelming wave of thick, syrupy liquid with notes of mango, papaya, flowers, and rain. When you first open a bottle, there is just a hint of tamarind/citrus/vinegar that goes away the longer keep the bottle longer open, transforming into a floral/lilac note overtime. The version without the pizorra is slightly fruitier, the version with it is ever so slightly drier/thinner in texture – both are exceptional though. What really stands out to me is the finish which lingers on the tongue for many minutes.
If you are going to buy a Del Maguey release, this is personally my absolute favorite. It is also one of my favorite tobalas in a fruity style. Holds up against many other premium bottles even now. Have had 3 bottles of this over the years, 2 from PUE-161 (the original run without Pizorra) and one from a later batch with the pizorra.
An overwhelming wave of thick, syrupy liquid with notes of mango, papaya, flowers, and rain. When you first open a bottle, there is just a hint of tamarind/citrus/
SoloAgave
86 reviewsPricy but this very smooth, floral and tropical agave sp is something beautiful. Currently my favorite of the Del Maguey lineup. Hard to track down but worth it if you can source this unique offering!
Zack Klamn
542 reviewsLOT: PUE-171
Nose – Dried pineapple. Dried papaya. Rich tropical fruit.
Palate – This is like a crazy good charcuterie plate of soft, creamy cheese and dried tropical fruits. A nice floral (lilac) note complements this. The smoke and heat are just right. The sum of the aforementioned flavors bond together into a very long finish. Man, this a great mezcal!
aarild
153 reviewsThis could be the smoothest mezcal I’ve ever had. Jasmin, lilac, faint smoke and peach skins on the nose. Creamy, tropical fruit cocktail on the palate, with carambole, papaya and lychee but also floral notes, with chamomile and a vague undefinable mix of perfume and leather. Not sure what to make out of Del Maguey’s new website where it looks like this is now an ensamble of papalote and pizorra (presumably cupreata and the smaller Puebla version of marmorata).
pallzley
16 reviewsPUE-171
N: Honey pollen, caramel, flowers.
P: Salt, leather, ocean breeze, butterscotch. Yum. Slightly thin mouthfeel.
F: Agave, butterscotch, smokey slightly burnt caramel, some lingering saline.
Try it! I like this and Del Maguey’s Tobala, and they are about the same price.
El Dawg
235 reviewsLote PUE-161 *Confirmed this is part of the first run, so is 100% A. Papalote* (Only in subsequent releases did DM incorporate the a. Pizorra).
Sweet on nose – some overripe fruit notes. Minerality and slight clay on finish. Overall very well rounded…slightly too much alcohol lingering at the end to my liking, but perhaps will mellow out a bit in time. Not quite the same as other tobalas I had with the typical sweetness (it’s a good thing). In my opinion, slightly better than the Chichicapa. 4.25 stars.
Lote PUE-161 *Confirmed this is part of the first run, so is 100% A. Papalote* (Only in subsequent releases did DM incorporate the a. Pizorra).
Sweet on nose – some overripe fruit notes. Minerality and slight clay on finish. Overall very well rounded…slightly too much alcohol lingering at the end to my liking, but perhaps will mellow out a bit in time. Not quite the same as other tobalas I had with the typical sweetness (it’s a good thing). In my opinion, slightly better th
Mansson
71 reviewsLot PUE-161. There is a lot going on in this very complex mezcal. There is no harshness here, just light and rounded flavours, in particular cream and rose water. And sweet fruit like raspberry and pear. And a bit of cheese. The more you drink, the more flavours you detect.
Rakhal
430 reviewsLot PUE-171. Flowers and caramel. Like walking through a flower market chewing on a caramel candy. Some ripe pineapple too. A long complex finish. I love this.
GreenspointTexas
385 reviewsCream and flowers. This mezcal would be in my top 5 of all time of it werent for a strange, mid-palate taste i cant put my finger on. More of a 4.5/5
thamthong
47 reviewslot PUE-161. took a while to come around after opening (where it was boozy and abrasive), but it’s settled into quite the mezcal. big time ripe tropical fruit tempered by woody notes and rich earthiness on the palate. finish gets a touch medicinal. almost a 5. neck and neck with the arroqueno for favorite in the DM range.
razorbackmike
161 reviewsthis is very good.its light and i got the floral and tropical fruit notes.no harhness and very refined.very little hint of alcohol.it is as close as it can get to 5 stars but fell a little short.the finish was sweet but vanished way too fast.i like a mezcal that lingers a little or alot if it has great flavor.this was the same effect i got from the koch mexicano.incredible flavor and then-poof.gone.no more. thats why i am a fan of the vago brand.tio rey and emidgio make mezcals that linger with lovely complex flavors.dont get me wrong.this is still a very good mezcal!
this is very good.its light and i got the floral and tropical fruit notes.no harhness and very refined.very little hint of alcohol.it is as close as it can get to 5 stars but fell a little short.the finish was sweet but vanished way too fast.i like a mezcal that lingers a little or alot if it has great flavor.this was the same effect i got from the koch mexicano.incredible flavor and then-poof.gone.no more. thats why i am a fan of the vago brand.tio rey and emidgio make mezcals that linger with
Tyler
668 reviewsThe San Pablo Ameyaltepec was one of the first certified mezcal’s exported from the state of Puebla and the producer is the newest member of the Del Maguey family. This mezcal will get you excited about the talented mezcaleros in Puebla. It has complex and composed flavors of pear, tropical fruits like mango and pineapple, and some candied sweetness. I’ve enjoyed it a few times and like it more with each subsequent tasting. Even after trying a newly opened bottle, there is no bite, just a touch of sweet vinegar. Lot 16-1.
The San Pablo Ameyaltepec was one of the first certified mezcal’s exported from the state of Puebla and the producer is the newest member of the Del Maguey family. This mezcal will get you excited about the talented mezcaleros in Puebla. It has complex and composed flavors of pear, tropical fruits like mango and pineapple, and some candied sweetness. I’ve enjoyed it a few times and like it more with each subsequent tasting. Even after trying a newly opened bottle, there is no bite, j
Jonny
736 reviewsSweet and fruity on the nose. Rich aromas! Floral palate that’s also full and rich with deep, dark fruit and light touches of pollen and fresh rain. This is my favorite Del Maguey on the market. They’ve really outdone themselves with this one.
Gfunk
23 reviewsVery unique. Pineapple sweetness in the nose. Super smooth and light with some nice spice. Finish is heavy on Mango flavors. Delicious
Keith
35 reviewsBeautiful, exotic, elegant, fragrant. Sweet, savory, soft, yet crisp, the finish is delicately sweet, creamy, and floral. I love the aroma of blooming lilacs remaining in an empty glass. There’s not a single harsh note to San Pablo Ameyaltepec; this is a very delicious mezcal.