La Escondida Sotol Blanco (70cl, 40%)

La Escondida Sotol Blanco is a clear sotol artesanal from Chihuahua, Mexico. It is made entirely from Dasylirion, a desert plant of northern Mexico, and is double distilled. Alongside its herbal and mineral character, it shows sweet, grassy-green and earthy impressions. It can be enjoyed neat or used as a base for cocktails. The 0.7 litre bottle with a red mermaid motif comes in a gift box. On the nose there are fresh herbs, with nuances of mint, eucalyptus and subtle smoke. On the palate it is dry and mineral, with white pepper and citrus notes complemented by a fine earthy nuance. The long finish is lightly spicy and herbal.