Akul Mezcal Joven Tequila
Akul Mezcal Joven is the real taste of agave — 40% ABV, 750ml, a handmade mezcal from 100% Espadín agave grown in Oaxaca and the northern state of Tamaulipas, smooth and full-bodied with a light smoky finish. (Note: despite the "Tequila" in the store listing title, Akul is a mezcal, not a tequila.) It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor.
- ABV: 40% (80 proof)
- Size: 750ml
- Agave: 100% Espadín — Oaxaca and Tamaulipas
- Distillery: Destileria Sacrificio, Tlacolula, Oaxaca
- Recognition: Listed among Wine Enthusiast's Top 100 Spirits; 91 points
Oaxaca's Workhorse Agave, Done Right
Espadín is the classic agave of Oaxacan mezcal, and Akul treats it with respect: artisanal and traditional in method, modern in approach. The agaves are roasted to bring out their sugars, then distilled into a mezcal that leads with rich agave flavor and finishes with just a whisper of the smoke that made mezcal famous. It is the bottle that converts the mezcal-curious — approachable, honest and deeply agave-forward.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Delightful roasted agave, lightly smoky. Palate: Smooth and full-bodied — rich agave flavor with an explosion of earthy, savory depth. Finish: Light smoke and a long, satisfying warmth.
How to Enjoy
Best at about 66°F (18°C) in a sherry glass, neat — the traditional Mexican serve is alongside an orange slice sprinkled with salt and chili. It also lifts citrus cocktails: try it with lemon, grapefruit, ginger or hibiscus. Discover more Oaxacan mezcals at Del Mesa Liquor, or explore everything from Akul, including the Espadín-Tepeztate ensamble.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Akul a tequila or a mezcal? A mezcal — 100% Espadín agave from Oaxaca, despite the "Tequila" in the listing title.
What does Akul Mezcal taste like? Rich, smooth agave with a light smoky finish reminiscent of the roasted agaves it is made from.
Has Akul won awards? Yes — it was listed among Wine Enthusiast's Top 100 Spirits and scored 91 points.
Taste agave the way Oaxaca intended — order Akul Mezcal Joven online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.