Monte Coyote Cupreata Joven Mezcal 750mL

MonteCoyote Cupreata Joven Mezcal

Joven Mezcal | 40% ABV (80 Proof) | 750mL

Process & Profile

Monte Coyote Cupreata Joven is an artisanal mezcal crafted from 100% Cupreata agave grown in the high mountain ranges of Guerrero, Mexico. The agave is harvested at full maturity, cooked in underground stone ovens, naturally fermented in open-air wooden vats, and double distilled in copper pot stills. This joven expression offers a clean, unaged snapshot of the Cupreata agave’s full aromatic and flavor potential.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Fresh-cut herbs, citrus zest, green pepper, and a gentle waft of smoke
Palate: Roasted agave, ripe mango, white pepper, mineral notes, and earthy spice
Finish: Smooth and slightly sweet with lasting citrus and a clean, balanced smokiness

What Makes It Special

• Made with 100% Cupreata agavean uncommon varietal native to Guerrero

• Traditional production: earthen pit ovens, natural fermentation, copper distillation

• Joven expression highlights raw agave character without oak aging

• Small-batch mezcal handcrafted with regional authenticity

• Perfect for both sipping neat or using in premium mezcal cocktails

How to Enjoy

Enjoy neat in a copita or Glencairn glass to savor its complexity and minerality. Also works beautifully in citrus-forward cocktails like a Mezcal Margarita, Paloma, or Oaxaca Old Fashioned.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the ABV?
   40% ABV (80 proof).

2. What type of agave is used?
   100% Cupreata, native to Guerrero.

3. Is it aged?
   Nothis is a joven mezcal, bottled shortly after distillation.

4. Is it smoky?
   Moderately smoky with emphasis on bright, herbal notes.

5. Is it produced in small batches?
   Yeseach lot is handcrafted in limited quantities.

6. Where is it made?
   Produced in Guerrero, Mexico using traditional methods.