La Luna Manso Sahuayo Mezcal Artesanal - La Luna Manso Sahuayo is produced using an unclassified agave (Agave Sp) called maguey Manso Sahuayo (the locals call it Manso, Chato, or Cenizo). The agave for this mezcal was harvested from Jiquilpan and Sahuayo, Michoacan. While this agave can grow wild, the agave used in this mezcal was cultivated.
Manso Sahuayo is often mentioned as the favorite of mezcal fans.
Tasting Notes
- Aroma: Earthy, cheese, woodsy, agave, vanilla, sweet fruit.
- Flavor: Cigar leaf, chocolate, citrus, white pepper, hints of smoke.
- Cook time: 120 hours
- Rest time post cooking: 48 hours
- Fermentation time: 240 hours