Spirits of the Northern Desert
Sotol: An Ancestral Jewel of Northern Mexico
A wild desert spirit born from the rugged lands of Chihuahua, Durango, and Coahuila, sotol stands as Mexico's most emblematic northern distillate. Unlike mezcal (made from agave), sotol is crafted from hardy Dasylirion plants (called "sereque" or "cucharilla"), which thrive for 15 to 25 years in mountainous desert terrain before being hand-harvested.
The indigenous Paquimé culture (13th century) first fermented this resilient plant for ceremonial rituals. Today, sotol preserves this legacy, safeguarded by a Protected Denomination of Origin that certifies its authenticity.
Key Distinctions of Sotol:
- Extreme Terroir: Dasylirion absorbs minerals from desert soils, creating a drier, more herbal profile than mezcal.
- Ancestral Craft: Earth-oven roasting, wild yeast fermentation, and copper-pot distillation.
- Spirit of Resilience: The Tarahumara people called it "the drink that gives strength to run."
Award-Winning Sotol Delincuente
International Recognition:
- Gold Medal - Brussels World Spirits Competition
- Protected Denomination of Origin: Authentic Chihuahua Sotol
Craftsmanship:
- Wild Harvest: Made from 15+ year old Dasylirion wheeleri plants
- Traditional Process:
- Stone-roasted in conical earthen pits
- Fermented with native wild yeasts
- Copper-pot distilled for purity
- Tasting Notes:
Intense citrus aromas of lime peel and lemongrass, evolving into pine resin and desert earth. Structured palate with warm alcohol presence and a grapefruit-bitter finish that lingers.
Perfect For:
Discerning spirits collectors and mixologists creating desert-inspired cocktails.
Sotol Culebra
Character:
- Accessible Excellence: All the heritage flavor at an approachable price
- Production:
- Wild Dasylirion from Aldama's high desert
- Double-distilled for smoothness
- Tasting Profile:
Bright herbal notes with hints of vanilla and white pepper. Lighter body than our premium sotol, with a clean, refreshing finish.
Ideal For:
- Craft cocktails
- Introductory sotol experiences
- Large-format events