Chacolo Brocha (Angustifolia) 3 Años Capón Agave Spirit 750ml
Chacolo Brocha (Angustifolia) 3 Años Capón Agave Spirit 750ml
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Chacolo | Brocha (Angustifolia) Capón 3 Años
The Story: A Legacy of "Capón"
Chacolo is a benchmark for traditional agave spirits, produced by the Partida family who have been distilling for five generations. This expression is crafted from Brocha (Agave angustifolia), a rare, semi-wild agave endemic to the volcanic soils of southern Jalisco.
What makes this bottling truly exceptional is the 3-year Capón process. When the agave reaches maturity and begins to send up its flowering stalk (quiote), the stalk is cut, leaving the plant in the ground for an additional three years. This forces the agave to concentrate all its sugars and energy back into the heart (piña), resulting in a spirit of unparalleled depth, texture, and complexity.
Production Highlights
- Harvest: 100% Capón (rested in-ground for 3 years post-cut).
- Cooking: Underground pit oven lined with volcanic rock.
- Milling: Hand-crushed with wooden mallets (tahona/manual).
- Fermentation: Natural airborne yeasts in local wood vats.
- Distillation: Double distilled in Filipino-style stills (hollowed-out tree trunks).
Tasting Notes
- Appearance: Crystal clear with high viscosity; thick, slow-moving tears on the glass.
- Nose: An immediate explosion of tropical fruit—overripe mango and roasted pineapple—balanced by a deep, earthy minerality reminiscent of wet clay and volcanic ash. Subtle floral notes of orange blossom and a hint of lactic creaminess emerge as it breathes.
- Palate: The texture is oily and full-bodied. The "Capón" aging process shines through with intense flavors of cooked agave sweetness, dark honey, and salted caramel. This is punctuated by savory herbal undertones of dried sage and a touch of black pepper.
- Finish: Long, warm, and incredibly clean. The sweetness of the agave lingers, followed by a puff of wood smoke and a distinctive "petrichor" (rain on dry earth) finish that stays on the palate for minutes.
A Note for Connoisseurs:
Because Chacolo uses traditional Filipino-style stills and wild fermentation, each batch is a unique snapshot of the Jalisco terroir. This is not just a spirit; it is a piece of liquid history.
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What is the difference between Tequila & Mezcal?
Tequila is a type of mezcal, much like how scotch and bourbon are types of whiskey.
Tequila and mezcal are both types of agave-based spirits that are popular in Mexico, but there are some key differences between the two. Tequila is made exclusively from the blue agave plant, which is primarily grown in the area surrounding the city of Tequila, about 40 miles northwest of Guadalajara. Mezcal, on the other hand, can be made from any type of agave plant, and is often made using traditional, labor-intensive methods.
One of the most noticeable differences between tequila and mezcal is their flavor. Tequila is typically smooth and subtle, with hints of fruit and spices, while mezcal has a more complex, smoky flavor that comes from the roasting of the agave hearts before they are fermented and distilled.
Another difference between the two spirits is their production process. Tequila is typically made using modern industrial methods, while mezcal is often produced using traditional techniques that have been passed down for generations. This can give mezcal a more authentic, artisanal character.
In general, tequila is considered to be a more refined and sophisticated spirit, while mezcal is often viewed as a more rustic and traditional drink. Both are popular in Mexico and are enjoyed around the world, so the best way to decide which one you like is to try them both and see which one suits your tastes.
Where do you ship to?
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California Proposition 65 Warning
Drinking distilled spirits, beer, coolers, wine and other alcoholic beverages may increase cancer risk, and, during pregnancy, can cause birth defects.
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