Animas Joven Mezcal Papalometl

Unearth the wild spirit of the Mixteca with Animas Papalometl Mezcal Artesanal. This rare and distinctive expression is crafted from 100% wild Agave Cupreata (locally known as "Papalometl" or "Butterfly Agave") sourced from the high-altitude mountains of Oaxaca. Unlike the more common Espadín, this wild agave takes up to 13 years to mature, developing a complex flavor profile that is fiercely tropical and deeply mineral.

Bottled at a robust 48% ABV (96 Proof), this mezcal is a true "liquid spirit" designed to honor the souls (ánimas) of the ancestors. Produced by Master Mezcalero Luis Angeles Reyes in Santiago Matatlán, it follows strictly traditional methods: cooked in conical earthen ovens, crushed by a stone tahona, and double-distilled in copper pot stills. The result is a vibrant, full-bodied spirit that offers a "chewy" texture and an intensity that only wild agave can provide.

Key Features

• Producer: Mezcal Ánimas (Luis Angeles Reyes)
• Agave Type: 100% Wild Papalometl (Agave Cupreata)
• Origin: Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca (Mixteca Region Agave)
• Proof: 96 Proof (48% ABV)
• Production: Earthen Pit Roast, Tahona Crushed, Copper Pot Distillation

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Explosively tropical with intense aromas of ripe banana, mango, and jackfruit, grounded by notes of wet clay and a "coppery" minerality distinctive to the Cupreata species.
• Palate: Fresh and mentholated. A wave of butterscotch and caramel meets spicy notes of green chili and white pepper, creating a dynamic balance between sweet and savory.
• Finish: Long, warm, and sophisticated. The finish leaves lingering flavors of mint, chocolate, and a gentle wisp of wood smoke.

Why Choose Animas Papalometl?

• Rare Wild Agave: Papalometl (Cupreata) is difficult to source in Oaxaca, making this a unique opportunity to taste a varietal usually associated with Guerrero or Michoacán.
• High-Proof Complexity: The 48% ABV perfectly supports the heavy oils of the wild agave, preventing the flavors from feeling "watered down" in cocktails or neat sipping.
• Collector's Choice: With its striking red-bordered artwork and limited wild production, this is a standout bottle for any serious mezcal collection.