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TOSBA MEZCAL WARASH 750ML 48.57% ABV

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	Who Mezcal Tosba Warash is crafted by Maestro Mezcalero Edgar González Ramírez. The brand was founded as a micro-business by Edgar and his cousin Elisandro González Molina. Their goal was to revitalize mezcal production in their remote Zapotec community to create local economic opportunities and stem the tide of migration to the United States.
	Where San Cristóbal Lachirioag, Sierra Norte region of Oaxaca, Mexico
	What Mezcal Tosba Warash is famous for its vibrant, "high-definition" flavor profile. The makers often describe it as "tutti frutti" because it is packed with intense tropical fruit and bright citrus notes that are rare in the mezcal world. The nose is explosive and savory. You’ll find roasted tomatoes, red chilies, and a bright hit of finger lime. There is also a distinct floral quality, like wild mountain lilies. On the palate, it is incredibly juicy and complex. It features waves of dried pineapple, ripe mango, and apricot. This fruitiness is balanced by savory, "BBQ-like" notes—think grilled pineapple dusted with chili powder. t has a dense, oily mouthfeel that coats the tongue, making the 47%–49% ABV feel smooth rather than sharp. The finish is long and evolving, moving from sweet tropical fruit to a clean, spicy minerality with a hint of smoked cheese.
	Why While most mezcals use agaves that have been botanically classified (like Espadín or Tobalá), the Warash agave (also called Huarache) is an unclassified species endemic to the remote Sierra Norte mountains. Because it has no official botanical name (often listed simply as Agave), it is one of the few commercially available spirits made from a "mystery" plant.

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