{"title":"Pasión Ancestral","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel md-content enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color tutor-markdown-rendering\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_2c7bdd31f2ec1206\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePasión Ancestral\u003c\/b\u003e embodies the raw, unadorned spirit of Mexican tradition, crafted for those who appreciate agave in its purest, most authentic forms. Operating outside standard commercial classifications, the brand honors heritage methods passed down through generations—from hand-selecting mature agaves to utilizing time-honored roasting and distillation techniques that capture the true essence of the terroir. Every bottle of Pasión Ancestral delivers a complex, uncompromised flavor profile, celebrating the profound cultural history and artisanal craftsmanship of Mexico's diverse agave landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pasion-ancestral-espadin-mezcal","title":"Pasión Ancestral Espadín 750ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePasión Ancestral Espadín \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePasión Ancestral Espadín Mezcal is the cornerstone of the collection, a testament to the timeless traditions passed down through generations. Crafted from 100% Agave angustifolia, commonly known as Espadín, this mezcal embodies the rich heritage of Grandfather Juan Colmenares, who started producing Mezcal Leno in 1894 in Santa Catarina, Minas Duala.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEspadín, renowned for its versatility and balance, is carefully cultivated and harvested at optimal maturity. Following ancestral methods, the agave hearts are slow-roasted in earthen ovens, milled by hand, and double-distilled in traditional clay pots. This meticulous process imparts a profound depth of flavor and a silky texture, yielding a mezcal that is approachable yet complex. Pasión Ancestral Espadín is a celebration of authentic Oaxacan mezcal, perfect for both connoisseurs and those new to the world of agave spirits. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNose: A harmonious bouquet of cooked agave sweetness, often likened to caramelized pineapple or honey, balanced with a delicate smoky earthiness and subtle mineral notes. Hints of light citrus, green herbs, or a whisper of vanilla may also emerge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePalate: Smooth and inviting, with a beautiful balance between sweet and savory. Flavors of roasted agave, ripe fruit (pear, apple), and sweet potato are often present, intertwined with a gentle smokiness and a clean, earthy minerality from the clay pot distillation. A touch of black pepper or cinnamon spice can add further complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Clean, lingering, and exceptionally smooth. The finish typically highlights the roasted agave sweetness with a pleasant, subtle smoky warmth and a refined, lasting minerality, inviting another sip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"San Francisco Tequila Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53996721471656,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9764\/6760\/files\/PasionAncestralEspadinMezcal750ml.jpg?v=1760050373"},{"product_id":"pasion-ancestral-espadin-con-cafe-mezcal","title":"Pasión Ancestral Espadín Con Cafe 750ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePasión Ancestral Espadín Con Café \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the bold and innovative spirit of Pasión Ancestral Espadín Con Café, a truly unique expression that redefines traditional mezcal. This handcrafted mezcal begins with sustainably harvested Espadín agave, cooked in an earthen oven, milled with a stone tahona, and naturally fermented before being double-distilled in traditional clay pots. But it’s during the crucial second distillation that this spirit achieves its extraordinary character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a nod to innovative tradition, lightly mashed, roasted coffee beans are added directly to the clay pot, acting as a \"vegetarian pechuga\" that infuses the spirit with a deep, rich essence. The result is a compelling marriage of smoky agave heritage and exhilarating coffee intensity. This is a mezcal for those seeking adventure in their glass—a deeply flavorful, unforgettable sip. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAroma: A powerful, enticing nose of freshly roasted, dark coffee beans immediately leaps from the glass, underpinned by the classic, sweet minerality and faint smoke of the clay-pot distilled Espadín. Hints of dark chocolate and vanilla bean emerge as it opens. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePalate: The initial sip delivers a striking, velvety coffee flavor that is very present and so, so delicious. The underlying mezcal notes of cooked agave, wet earth, and a clean, subtle smokiness beautifully balance this. The mouthfeel is surprisingly smooth and coating, with a gentle heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Long, warming, and evolving. The coffee persists, morphing into a bittersweet dark cocoa note, while the Espadín leaves a clean, lasting impression of sweet smoke and baked fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect For: Sipping neat to appreciate its complexity, or as the star ingredient in an intensely flavored mezcal cocktail like an Espresso Martini or a Mezcal Negroni.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"San Francisco Tequila Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53996732055720,"sku":null,"price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9764\/6760\/files\/Pasi_n_Ancestral_Espad_n_Con_Cafe_Mezcal_750ml.jpg?v=1760049250"},{"product_id":"pasion-ancestral-espina-negra-karwinskii-mezcal","title":"Pasión Ancestral Espina Negra (Karwinskii) 750ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePasión Ancestral Espina Negra (Karwinskii) \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePasión Ancestral Espina Negra Mezcal is an extraordinary expression that pays homage to the columnar agaves of Oaxaca and the deep, ancestral traditions of Santa Catarina Minas. Crafted with the wild Espina Negra variety, a distinctive member of the Agave karwinskii family (which includes Cuishe, Barril, and Tobasiche), this mezcal captures the unique terroir of its origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe karwinskii family of agaves is known for their striking, stalk-like piñas, which yield spirits of pronounced herbal and vegetal character. Following the heritage established by Grandfather Juan Colmenares in 1894, this spirit is produced using the ancestral method—cooked in an earthen oven, hand-milled, and double-distilled in traditional clay pots. This meticulous, small-batch process results in a complex, mineral-driven mezcal that is both bold and beautifully balanced, inviting you to taste a true piece of Oaxacan history. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNose: A lively and expressive bouquet dominated by green and herbal notes. Expect hints of pine, spearmint, cucumber water, and fresh-cut grass, beautifully balanced with a faint, savory minerality or wet clay. Subtle cooked agave sweetness and a touch of brown sugar may also be present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePalate: The texture is often described as rich and velvety. The flavor profile is a dynamic interplay of vegetal brightness (green bell pepper, jalapeño), salinity, and complex sweetness (caramel, fig, or dark cherry). Distinct notes of roasted agave, spice, and earth are layered with the mineral influence of the clay pot distillation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Long, warming, and clean. It often concludes with a memorable smoky-mineral linger, notes of peppery spice, and a lingering herbal freshness that encourages the next sip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"San Francisco Tequila Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53996791136424,"sku":null,"price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9764\/6760\/files\/Pasi_n_Ancestral_Espina_Negra_Karwinskii_Mezcal.jpg?v=1760048781"},{"product_id":"pasion-ancestral-becuela-marmorata-mezcal","title":"Pasión Ancestral Becuela (Marmorata) 750ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePasión Ancestral Becuela (Marmorata)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the soul of Oaxaca with Pasión Ancestral Becuela, a rare and exquisite expression born from tradition. This ancestral-method mezcal is a tribute to the legacy of Grandfather Juan Colmenares (Juan Viejo), who began crafting Mezcal Leno in 1894 at the Palenque de la Presa in Santa Catarina, Minas Duala. Pasión Ancestral is committed to preserving these time-honored techniques, resulting in a spirit of profound purity and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mezcal is made using the wild Agave marmorata, locally known as Becuela (and related to Tepeztate). This maguey is particularly rare in the Santa Catarina Minas region and takes approximately 30 years to mature, concentrating its unique sugars and flavors before being transformed into this exceptional spirit. Hand-milled and distilled in clay pots, this mezcal captures the deep, earthy minerality characteristic of the ancestral process and its unique terroir, honoring the rich cultural heritage for future generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNose: An inviting, complex aroma that may present notes of sweet cooked agave, subtle citrus, and bright green herbal characteristics. Hints of leather, stone fruit, or even savory cheese may also emerge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePalate: Rich, smooth, and deeply complex. Expect a savory-forward minerality from the clay distillation, complementing the Becuela's powerful character. Flavors of dark chocolate, spice (like black pepper or cinnamon), and earthy clay or wet earth are often prominent, along with a surprising fruitiness, perhaps of peach, mango, or passionfruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Long, warming, and refined, often showing a pleasant, lingering smokiness and a persistent minerality that showcases the spirit's exceptional balance and ancestral method.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"San Francisco Tequila Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53996797100200,"sku":null,"price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9764\/6760\/files\/Pasi_n_Ancestral_Becuela_Mezcal_750ml.jpg?v=1760049959"},{"product_id":"pasion-ancestral-cucharilla-tepeztate-ensamble-mezcal-pre-order","title":"Pasión Ancestral - Arroqueño-Cucharilla Ensamble 750 ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePasión Ancestral Arroqueño-Cucharilla Ensamble: The High Desert Crossroads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePasión Ancestral presents a truly rare and captivating spirit, an Ensamble that masterfully marries two distinct traditions: the robust earthiness of Arroqueño Agave (a prized maguey from Oaxaca) with the bright, herbaceous power of Dasylirion Cucharilla (a plant known for making Sotol in the northern regions). Distilled with ancestral methods, this 50\/50 blend creates a complex and deeply authentic expression that bridges the diverse ecosystems of Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a spirit for the connoisseur, offering a unique opportunity to taste the convergence of two celebrated distillates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAroma: A fascinating duality. The initial bouquet is a rush of the high desert: fresh pine resin, mint, and rosemary from the Cucharilla, followed by the deep, resonant notes of the Arroqueño—dark cherry, cacao, and wet stone minerality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePalate: Rich, round, and electrifyingly complex. The texture is viscous and coats the mouth. Flavors of roasted artichoke, ripe banana, and green mango from the agave are perfectly balanced by the Sotol's signature grassiness, peppery spice, and a whisper of vanilla confectionery sweetness. A persistent, savory undercurrent of earthy clay and leather adds tremendous depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Long, warming, and herbal. It concludes with a satisfying push-and-pull between the sweet, dark fruit of the Arroqueño and the clean, bright botanical character of the Cucharilla.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"San Francisco Tequila Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54091624677544,"sku":null,"price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9764\/6760\/files\/PA_arro_cucharilla_front.webp?v=1760155612"},{"product_id":"pasion-ancestral-arroqueno-tepeztate-ensamble-mezcal-pre-order","title":"Pasión Ancestral Arroqueño Tepeztate Ensamble 750ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePasión Ancestral Arroqueño-Tepeztate Ensamble Mezcal: The Wild Convergence\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePasión Ancestral honors the Oaxacan wildlands with this exceptional 50\/50 Ensamble of two of the most revered and complex agave species: Arroqueño (Agave americana) and Tepeztate (Agave marmorata). This limited-release Mezcal marries the bold, structured power of Arroqueño with the intense, herbal-tropical fragrance of the long-maturing Tepeztate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced using time-honored ancestral methods, this spirit captures the essence of the high-altitude, rocky terrain where these magnificent, decades-old agaves thrive. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAroma: A powerful, enticing nose that seamlessly blends two profiles. Notes of intense fresh-cut grass, lime peel, and sweet passion fruit from the Tepeztate are underpinned by the heavier, foundational scent of the Arroqueño: roasted banana, dark cocoa, and cinnamon baking spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePalate: Richly textured and dynamic. It opens with the Tepeztate's characteristic vibrant minerality, oregano, and white pepper, which quickly gives way to the Arroqueño's robust depth of caramelized agave, earthy tobacco, and a subtle nutty richness. The 50\/50 balance ensures a harmonious, layered complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Extraordinarily long and evolving. The bright, high notes of the Tepeztate linger with a clean, flowery perfume, while the Arroqueño provides a deep, warm anchor of smoky cedar and clay oven earthiness. A truly contemplative sip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"San Francisco Tequila Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54091648532648,"sku":null,"price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9764\/6760\/files\/PA_arro_tepextate_front.webp?v=1760153789"},{"product_id":"pasion-ancestral-karwinskii-ensamble-mezcal-pre-order","title":"Pasión Ancestral Barril-Marteño-Largo Ensamble 750 ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePasión Ancestral Karwinskii Ensamble Mezcal: The Vertical Blend\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePasión Ancestral presents a masterful Ensamble that explores the unique and complex profile of the towering Karwinskii family of agaves. This exceptional blend is a testament to the distinct terroir of Oaxaca, combining three closely related but individually powerful magueys:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40% Marteno\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30% Barril\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30% Largo \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting Mezcal is a harmony of mineral-driven structure, vibrant fruit, and earthy depth, capturing the \"vertical\" growth pattern of these wild agaves in every sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAroma: Highly aromatic and herbaceous. Initial notes of fresh mint, lemongrass, and green bell pepper are balanced by a sweet undertone of roasted banana and a strong wet earth minerality. The nose is clean and invigorating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePalate: The mouthfeel is round and slightly creamy, starting with the bright, citrusy characteristics of Barril—hints of lime zest and green apple. This transitions smoothly into the subtle sweetness and depth of Marteno, offering flavors of sweet spice and cooked pumpkin. The finish is delivered by the Largo agave, grounding the experience with powerful, long-lasting notes of licorice, anise, and a clean, dry wood smoke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Long and penetrating, leaving a complex trail of spicy pepper, damp forest floor, and a distinct sweet caramel that pulls all the Karwinskii elements into a unified, unforgettable experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"San Francisco Tequila Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54091657674920,"sku":null,"price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9764\/6760\/files\/PA_ens_karwinskiis_front.webp?v=1760153949"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9764\/6760\/collections\/PA_arro_tepextate_front_1.webp?v=1790702326","url":"https:\/\/sftequilashop.com\/collections\/pasion-ancestral.oembed","provider":"San Francisco Tequila Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}