Monte Coyote Mezcal Cupreata
Monte Coyote Mezcal Cupreata comes from the highlands of Guerrero: 100% Cupreata agave, roasted in earthen pit ovens, fermented in open-air wooden vats and double-distilled in copper pot stills, bottled at 40% ABV in a 750mL bottle. Cupreata — sometimes called Papalote — is a wild agave of the Balsas River basin, and Monte Coyote's expression is a window into Guerrero's distinct mezcal tradition, earthier and wilder than its Oaxacan cousins. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 40% (80 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Agave: 100% wild Cupreata
- Origin: Highlands of Guerrero, Mexico
- Process: Earthen pit roast, wooden-vat fermentation, copper pot distillation
Guerrero's Wild Answer to Mezcal
Most mezcal on American shelves comes from Oaxaca — Cupreata comes from Guerrero, where the agave grows wild along the Balsas basin and the process stays deliberately rustic: underground pit roasting, wild fermentation in open wooden vats, small copper stills. The result is a mezcal with real funk and depth. Browse the Monte Coyote collection, the full mezcal range, and more agave spirits at Del Mesa.
Tasting Notes
Earthy and savory — roasted root vegetables, wet clay and green herbs wrapped in soft smoke. The palate is rich and oily with cooked agave sweetness, wildflowers and a peppery, mineral finish.
How to Enjoy
Sip neat to appreciate the Guerrero character, or pair it with the cuisine of the region — rich moles, grilled meats and salty snacks all love Cupreata's savory edge.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cupreata agave?
Cupreata (also called Papalote) is a wild agave native to Guerrero's Balsas River basin, used for traditional artisanal mezcal.
How is Monte Coyote Cupreata made?
Earthen pit roasting, open-air wooden-vat fermentation and double copper-pot distillation — fully artisanal.
What does Cupreata mezcal taste like?
Earthier and more savory than Oaxacan Espadín — expect roasted vegetables, clay minerality, herbs and soft smoke.
Buy Monte Coyote Mezcal Cupreata online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA — Guerrero wild agave, for drinkers who have moved past the basics.