Spirits & Liqueurs Tequila & Mezcal

Don Amado Mezcal

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Published 04/21/14

About Don Amado Mezcal

Founder: Jacob Lustig
Year Founded: 1995
Distillery Location: Santa Catarina Minas, Oaxaca, Mexico
Master Distiller / Blender: Germán Bonifacio Arellanes

Don Amado Mezcal Essential Facts

  • Don Amado's mezcals are made from agave roasted in earthen ovens and distilled in ceramic stills, both techniques that have been used for more than 300 years.
  • The reposado and añejo bottlings are aged for six and 18 months, respectively, in barrels that formerly held Pedro Domecq Mexican Brandy.

How You Should Drink Don Amado Mezcal

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