Chulele Artisanal Espadín Joven Dia de los Muertos 2022 Batch Mezcal

Let me tell you about my recent love affair with Chulele. I decided to dip my toes further into the world of mezcal after traveling around Mexico, and boy, am I glad I did!
First things first – the bottle. It's a real eye-catcher on my home bar. The sleek design with those cool Oaxacan-inspired patterns had me excited before I even popped the cork. And can we talk about that metal moth on the bottle? Nice touch, Chulele!
Now, onto the good stuff. The roasted smokiness in Chulele is there, but it's not going to punch you in the face. It's more like a smooth hello, letting you know it's present without overwhelming your senses.
When I poured my first glass, the aroma hit me first – there's that roast, but also something fresh and citrusy.
Taking my first sip was a real wow moment. It's incredibly smooth for something that's 50+% alcohol. I was expecting it to burn, but nope – it went down easy. The taste is where things get interesting. There's this citrusy zing, like a flavor fiesta in your mouth!
What I really love about Chulele is how it lingers. It's the kind of drink that makes you want to sit back, relax, and really savor it.
I've tried it neat, with ice, and in a couple of cocktails. Neat is great for really tasting all the flavors, but I found I enjoy it most with one big ice cube. It seems to open up the flavors even more.
For the quality and experience you're getting, I think it's worth every penny. It's become my go-to for special occasions or when I want to impress my more spirits-savvy friends.
One last thing that I really appreciate – I did some digging and found out that the company behind Chulele is big on traditional communities in Oaxaca and helping support authentic methods. It feels good knowing my purchase is helping out in some small way.
If you're curious about mezcal or looking to try something new, I can't recommend Chulele enough.