{"title":"Non-Alcoholic","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"aqara-agave-de-los-andes-refugio","title":"Aqara Agave de Los Andes Refugio Zero Proof","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAqara Agave de Los Andes Refugio Zero Proof\u003c\/strong\u003e is a zero-proof, non-alcoholic agave spirit from Caraz in the Peruvian Andes: 0% ABV in a 750mL bottle, made from the same wild ensamble of Agave americana expansa Gentry and Agave cordillerensis as Aqara's Rito — but distilled without any fermentation, so no alcohol is ever produced. Locoto and rocoto peppers join both distillations, lending an alcohol-like warmth and spice to the agave character. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0% — zero proof, non-alcoholic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750mL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensamble of Agave americana expansa Gentry and Agave cordillerensis, ~10 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ancient clay oven, 3-4 days eucalyptus heat; NO fermentation; double-distilled in copper pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeppers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Locoto (aji amarillo) and rocoto in the vapor basket (1st distillation), in the pot (2nd)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caraz, Ancash, Peruvian Andes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAll the Agave, None of the Alcohol\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe defining step of Refugio Zero is what doesn't happen: fermentation. The wild Andean agaves are cooked for days in ancient clay ovens, cut by machete and hammer-milled exactly as for the Rito — but then the must goes straight to the still without ever fermenting, so distillation captures the pure flavor of the agave with no alcohol. Locoto peppers (Peruvian aji amarillo) and Andean rocoto are added to the vapor basket for the first distillation and directly into the pot for the second, giving the spirit a genuine spicy bite that fills in for alcohol's heat in cocktails. After a three-month rest and stabilization, the result is a zero-proof bottle that tastes like its origin: a pristine Andean mountain meadow, a touch of smoke, a hint of pepper. Browse the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vendors?q=Aqara\"\u003eAqara collection\u003c\/a\u003e, more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/non-alcoholic-spirits\"\u003enon-alcoholic spirits\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mezcal\"\u003eagave spirits\u003c\/a\u003e at Del Mesa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe natural balance of a pristine Andean mountain meadow: pure wild-agave flavor with a bit of smokiness and a touch of locoto\/rocoto spice. The peppers add an alcohol-like warmth on the palate, particularly in cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is built for cocktails — use it anywhere a spirit's bite is wanted without the alcohol: zero-proof margaritas, palomas and smoky spritzes. The brand's own guidance: refrigerate after opening, use within 2 months, do not freeze, keep out of sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is a spirit made with zero alcohol?\u003c\/strong\u003e Refugio Zero is distilled from unfermented agave must — because fermentation never happens, no alcohol is produced. The still captures the agave flavor, not ethanol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are there peppers in it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Locoto and rocoto peppers are added to the vapor basket on the first distillation and directly into the pot on the second, giving spice that mimics alcohol's warmth — especially noticeable in cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a mezcal?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — it is a Peruvian agave spirit, and at 0% ABV it belongs on the non-alcoholic shelf. Mezcal is a Mexican denomination of origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store it after opening?\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerate after opening, use within 2 months, keep out of direct sunlight and do not freeze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZero proof, full Andean character — buy Aqara Agave de Los Andes Refugio Zero Proof online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41177523617835,"sku":"DM15604L","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/files\/AqaraAgavedeLosAndesRefugio.jpg?v=1726078529"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.delmesaliquor.com\/collections\/non-alcoholic.oembed","provider":"Del Mesa Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}