FOOD & BEVERAGE

Bozal Mezcal (https://www.bozalmezcal.com/)

Bozal Mezcal is a wildly refined label made from indigenous Mexican agave with the Spanish term ‘bozal’ – translating to ‘wild’ or ‘untamed.’ Produced by 3 Badge Beverage, the product’s name is a nod to the wild species of Mexican agave that grows in the remote uncultivated lands of Oaxaca, Guerrero and Durango.

It also refers to the untamed traditions used by the enterprise’s family operated distilleries or mezcaleros to distil small batches in those same locations. The California-based business in Sonoma has a diverse collection of award-winning beverages, which range from a roster of wines to a variety of craft spirits under fourth generation vintner August Sebastiani.

When it comes to Bozal Mezcal, there are 19 featured unique mezcals made from 15 wild varieties of agave including its most recent vegetarian expression guías de calabaza. They help to shape a lineup of exotic, intense flavours that offer rich earth tones and savoury smokiness.

The profiles of each mezcal in the portfolio change drastically according to the type, maturity of the agave and the production method. But the tactile, earth tone ceramic bottles never fail to impress with their rustic, artisanal design.

Alluding to the traditional terra cotta copitas used for drinking mezcal, the brown or maroon ceramic bottle of guías de calabaza signifies the Sacrificio production style while the green strip label represents a vegetarian production. No matter who the recipient is, Bozal Mezcal makes a unique gift for any lover of unique spirits.