Dixeebe Barril Rested in Glass Mezcal
Dixeebe Barril Rested in Glass Mezcal — a 102.6 proof (51.3% ABV), 375mL mezcal artesanal from master mezcalero Valentin Cortes and his son Asis Cortes in Santiago Matatlan, Oaxaca. Made from 100% maguey Barril (Agave karwinskii), this expression is rested in glass in the family's aging cave — a traditional Oaxacan technique that lets the spirit soften and integrate without any wood influence. Available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.
Dixeebe (pronounced "dee-sh-bay") is a Zapotec word of gratitude — the brand is Asis and Valentin's offering of thanks to their culture, traditions, and ancestors, backed by at least 180 years of family mezcal production (the pair are also known for their work with El Jolgorio and Nuestra Soledad). The modest palenque runs two stills, four small fermentation vats, one tahona, and one roasting pit; every batch is small — a few hundred bottles — and sold in 375mL bottles to make premium mezcal more accessible.
Why Buy Dixeebe Barril Rested in Glass
- 100% Barril agave (Agave karwinskii), rested in glass — pure agave expression
- Bottled at a robust 102.6 proof
- From a 5th-generation mezcalero family in Santiago Matatlan
- Small-batch 375mL format, a few hundred bottles per batch
Serving Suggestion
Sip neat from a copita to taste the unadorned Barril character. Compare with other Dixeebe editions and our mezcal collection.
FAQ
What does "rested in glass" mean?
The mezcal is aged in glass vessels in the family's aging cave, allowing flavors to integrate and soften without picking up wood character.
What agave is Barril?
Barril is a variety of Agave karwinskii, known for wild, herbaceous, mineral-driven mezcals.