El Jolgorio Jabali "Black Bottle" MezcalEl Jolgorio is a range of artisanal mezcal from Oaxaca, made from a wide variety of rare, unique agave species. Part of the El Jolgorio Special Release "Black Bottle" series, the agave Jabal is named for its resemblance to the ridged back and sharp, curved tusks of a wild boar, or jabal. The plants fibers are strong, making it difficult to break down during harvest. If that isnt enough to deter the mezcalero, during fermentation of a batch of Jabal,

And on the palate

despite its maturity

The nose offers scents of spiced apple

Finish: An extra long infusion of fruits and spices

With a 92 point score from Whisky Advocate

resulting in a full bodied and uniquely Southwestern spirit

bee pollen

Distilled from molasses on column and pot stills after a 4-5 day fermentation

the citrus and bitter notes jump out

A real standout of Islay whisky making

Whether you're a Scotch enthusiast seeking benchmark sherried expressions

high quality recipes that hold true to the classic categories of gin