Campanilla Maguey Verde-Quiotero - Maria De La Luz Martinez 750ml

2026-03-21T14:12:45-07:00

Type: Agave Spirits
Price: 200.00

Campanilla Maguey Verde-Quiotero (Maestra Maria De La Luz Martinez)

Step into the ancestral heart of San Luis Potosí with this rare "Destilado de Agave" from one of the most respected figures in the region: Maestra Maria De La Luz Martinez. Produced in the small community of Palmar Segundo, this spirit is a masterclass in ancient technique and high-desert terroir.

The name "Verde-Quiotero" refers to a specific, traditional practice: the quiote (the agave's flowering stalk) is cut months before harvest. This allows the plant's sugars to concentrate fully in the heart (piña), resulting in a profile of remarkable depth. Distilled in a "Mongolian-style" internal clay pot still—locally known as a Campanilla for its bell-like shape—this spirit captures a delicate complexity that standard industrial methods simply cannot replicate.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Unbelievably savory and aromatic. It opens with "lactic" and "funk-forward" notes of cream cheese, jalapeño poppers, and olive brine. Beneath the savory surface lie hints of eucalyptus, cinnamon, and a distinct mineral "clay" earthiness.

Palate: A rich, oily mouthfeel that coats the palate. Expect an explosion of vegetal and fruity flavors—pickled peppers, cucumber, and green apple candy balanced by the tropical sweetness of guava.

Finish: Long, soft, and sophisticated. It lingers with a whisper of light smoke, sea salt, and a spicy, peppery warmth that stays with you for minutes.

Technical Specifications

Maestra Destiladora: María De La Luz Martinez

Agave: 100% Maguey Verde (Agave salmiana ssp. crassispina)

Origin: Palmar Segundo, San Luis Potosí, México

Distillation: Double distilled in ancestral "Campanilla" clay pot stills

Fermentation: Stone pool fermentation with a pulque starter

ABV: Typically 48% to 50% (varies by batch)