Gracias a Dios Cuishe has strong notes of moss and moisture on the nose. It has a persistent taste of clove, white pepper, cinnamon, and apples.
About this mezcal
Gracias a Dios Cuishe is made with maguey Cuishe that can take 15 years to mature. This agave is fairly unique as it grows in an elongated piña that can stand up to 6 feet tall. This mezcal has strong notes of moss and moisture on the nose. It has a persistent taste of clove, white pepper, cinnamon, and apples.
Gracias a Dios Mezcal
The team behind Gracias a Dios Mezcal opened a mezcalería in Querétaro, México in 2010. After two years of touring around Mexico in search of mezcal, they met mezcalero Oscar Hernández and were impressed by his mezcal. They decided to create a brand with Oscar and make him an equal partner. Oscar learned how to distill from his mother whose nickname is “La Jefa”.
Aside from a few special releases, Gracias a Dios is made in Santiago Matatlan, Oaxaca. It is 100% artisanal, handmade with piñas from Espadín agave and other varieties, ground and fermented in their own palenque in Santiago Matatlán, and distilled in copper by maestro mezcalero Oscar Hernández Santiago. Their Karwinskii agaves are shredded mechanically, due to the toughness of their fibers, and then tahona-crushed afterwards. All other agave used at this palenque are crushed by horse-drawn tahona only.
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Average José
54 reviews* Mezcalero: Oscar Hernandez
* Lot: 01C 19-0208
* ABV: 45%
Earthy almost dusty nose, I can honestly say I was not expecting the flavors that followed it from my first impressions.
A really a fantastic Karwinskii! Sweet apples and cinnamon and toasted agave, absolutely delicious. Vanillas and honey – I really cannot believe the quality and richness of flavors given its price point ($95 usd).
The finished taste lingers with a solid rich burn, I absolutely love it. This will be something I keep on hand from now on and highly recommend.
* Mezcalero: Oscar Hernandez
* Lot: 01C 19-0208
* ABV: 45%
Earthy almost dusty nose, I can honestly say I was not expecting the flavors that followed it from my first impressions.
A really a fantastic Karwinskii! Sweet apples and cinnamon and toasted agave, absolutely delicious. Vanillas and honey – I really cannot believe the quality and richness of flavors given its price point ($95 usd).
The finished taste lingers with a solid rich burn, I absolutely love it. This will be something I keep o
Coach
7 reviewsThis aromatic Karwinskii comes off fresh and herbal with fresh cut cedar wood notes. The subtle musky notes can slightly overpower the finish, but it comes off smoother than other products out there.
Juriy
23 reviewsEver since I tried Gracias a Dios’ tobala as the most recommended mezcal by one of the bartenders in Tulum, I’ve been curious to check out their other agaves.
Cuixe is currently one of my favorites and wow did this not disappoint.
Toasted peanuts on the nose, beautiful bouquet and balance. Mineral notes stand out but just ever slightly. This is not as sweet as other cuishes I’ve had. Pretty soft, not too smokey, chocolate aftertaste. Amazing cuishe that I would drink any day when in the mood for something slightly less sweet.
Ever since I tried Gracias a Dios’ tobala as the most recommended mezcal by one of the bartenders in Tulum, I’ve been curious to check out their other agaves.
Cuixe is currently one of my favorites and wow did this not disappoint.
Toasted peanuts on the nose, beautiful bouquet and balance. Mineral notes stand out but just ever slightly. This is not as sweet as other cuishes I’ve had. Pretty soft, not too smokey, chocolate aftertaste. Amazing cuishe that I would drink any day w
edgy4sure
39 reviewsWoohooo – so glad I tried this one, super yummy. Will gladly buy again – try and enjoy!
Mexicoinmyglass
7 reviewsVery well done Cuixe. I like Gracias a Dios full line because it let you taste different varietals at a decent price, specially if you are in the US. The 100% Cuixe has really nice green tones on the palate, that is pleasant and it develops with smokiness that is well balanced.
t8ke
144 reviewsThis demonstrates something I wished the Tepeztate had – excellent balance. There is so much sweet cream, it’d be cloying if it weren’t for the expert integration of the vegetable and mineral notes. This is really well done, a great expression to say the least.
Rakhal
430 reviewsLot 0364. Spicy, menthol, green jalapeño, bell pepper, cinnamon, vanilla. Good cuixe for the price point.
Tyler
668 reviewsFloral on the nose, this cuishe has strong notes of lemon, tea, honey, and fig. The finish has a slight perfumed aftertaste. Probably the best mezcal from Gracias a Dios with a slight edge over their tepextate. Lot GAD-C-0380
3chainz
19 reviewsFloral veggie aroma. Smokey vanilla notes. Not hot at the end but lingers
Jonny
736 reviewsGAD-0380. Fresh green aromas of tea and newly cut hay. This is a nice Mezcal. I like Gracias a Dios and this is no exception. It’s got some sweet floral notes of violet and rose. Cuixe is an interesting agave and this Mezcal displays its characteristics nicely.