Contraluz Cristalino Mezcal
Review Date
Mexico
N/A
40
Casa Lumbre
spirit
Contraluz Cristalino Mezcal is the 1st Cristalino Mezcal, a disruptive entrant bringing ultra-premium Cristalino Mezcal into the popular agave-based spirits category for the first time. Contraluz is 100% artisanal mezcal that boasts a new-to-market filtration process using activated charcoal to produce a colorless, smooth flavor profile without compromising mezcal’s signature taste and defines what ultra-premium mezcal looks, feels and tastes like. The liquid’s primary notes of green agave, citrus and light smoke are complemented by subtle notes of vanilla, cedar, honey and dried fruit. Its finish is sweet and long-lasting, balanced by the taste of cooked agave, clove and cacao. This combination of flavors delivers an inviting yet subtle taste profile that uniquely stands out in the mezcal category and is made to enjoy neat or in cocktail form.
Judges Reviews
Emiliano Vazquez
Head Bartender and Program Director at Moody Tongue Brewing Company
Enjoy over the Parilla
Review Date
Nose: Mineral water/ River water, smoke, stones, green pepper, black pepper, olive, touch of floral and vanilla quality. Palate: Off-dry, with a warming mouthfeel, pronounced agave, pepper, smoke, lemon, vegetal, oak, licorice and a smooth finish
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Nora Furst
Beverage professional with roots in SF and The PNW
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Nora Furst
Beverage professional with roots in SF and The PNW
A sipper that is equal parts robust and soft around the edges
Review Date
Light smoke, roasted agave on nose. On palate: ripe pineapple, vanilla, canela.
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