{"product_id":"maleza-tejate-cacao-corn-liqueur-700ml","title":"Maleza Tejate Cacao \u0026 Corn Liqueur 700ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMaleza Tejate Cacao \u0026amp; Corn Liqueur 700ml\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA taste of pre-Hispanic Mexico in every sip.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Maleza Tejate Cacao \u0026amp; Corn Liqueur, a unique and artisanal spirit that reimagines the ancient Oaxacan drink, tejate, for the modern palate. For over 1,000 years, tejate has been a sacred, non-alcoholic beverage crafted from toasted corn, fermented cacao beans, mamey seeds, and the flowers of the rosita de cacao tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaleza capturing the essence of this complex, nutritional, and deeply cultural drink by infusing its traditional ingredients into a smooth, high-quality spirit. Handcrafted in Oaxaca, Mexico, this liqueur uses 100% native corn and locally sourced cacao, along with the same flor de cacao and mamey seed, to create a truly authentic liquid. The name 'Maleza' refers to the wild, resilient herbs and plants (sometimes considered 'weeds') that thrive in the Oaxacan landscape, alluding to the natural, hand-foraged origins of tejate's ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the \"drink of the gods\" in a sophisticated, liquid form. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAroma: Highly complex and captivating, dominated by the rich, earthy scent of toasted corn (like high-quality nixtamal) and deep, dark cacao. Undertones of mamey seed (slightly sweet, like almond or cherry pit) and the delicate, perfume-like aroma of the rosita de cacao flower follow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlavor: Creamy, full-bodied, and enveloping on the palate. Initial sweetness gives way to a multi-layered profile of roasted, nutty flavors from the corn and cacao. Hints of chocolate, baked agave, and a unique vegetal note. A distinct minerality and a touch of florality from the star ingredient, flor de cacao, add brightness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Exceptionally long, warm, and comforting. The toasted corn and chocolate flavors linger, joined by a subtle dry, dusty finish characteristic of the tejate’s natural texture and the mamey seed, leaving you with a taste that is both rich and profoundly earthy. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaleza Tejate is a truly singular liqueur, a bridge between ancient tradition and modern mixology. Best enjoyed neat, slightly chilled, or as a fascinating complex modifier in cocktails that call for unique agave or corn spirits. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnearth the liquid history of Oaxaca with Maleza.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"San Francisco Tequila Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55460507189416,"sku":"7505677889772","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9764\/6760\/files\/TejateMaleza.png?v=1777578561","url":"https:\/\/sftequilashop.com\/products\/maleza-tejate-cacao-corn-liqueur-700ml","provider":"San Francisco Tequila Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}