Metiche Mezcal Joven Artesanal, San Luis Potosi, Mexico

Metiche Mezcal Joven Artesanal captures the unique spirit of San Luis Potosí, offering a mezcal that is both traditional and unconventional. Made exclusively from wild Salmiana agave, it is steamed rather than smoked, a hallmark of the region’s style, resulting in a spirit that is bright, saline, and mineral-driven, with layers of vegetal character and depth. This artisanal mezcal showcases the balance between heritage and innovation, crafted with respect for the land and agave that define it.

Product Details:

• Agave Variety: 100% Agave Salmiana (13–15 years to maturity)
• Style: Joven (unaged)
• Distillation: Copper stills
• ABV: 40%
• Elevation: 6,627 feet
• Producer/Mezcalero: Juan Manuel Pérez Juárez
• NOMs: NOM-S292L, NOM-S47L

Sensory Description:

Pale and luminous in the glass, this mezcal greets the senses with fresh aromas of jalapeño, green herbs, and saline minerality. On the palate, it is vibrant and funky, with layers of vegetal intensity, citrus zest, and earthy richness. The texture is broad and mouthcoating, yet lifted by a persistent mineral backbone that reflects the high-elevation terroir of San Luis Potosí. The finish is long, briny, and complex, leaving a lasting impression of both freshness and depth.

Awards & Accolades:

• Silver Medal – Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2017

Distiller's Background:

Mezcal Metiche is crafted in the town of Charcas, San Luis Potosí, where mezcal production has been a tradition since 1870. The region is renowned for its wild Salmiana agave, which thrives in the high plateau climate of intense sun, heavy rainfall, and rocky soils. Mezcalero Juan Manuel Pérez Juárez oversees the production, maintaining time-honored methods that honor both land and heritage. Unlike many other mezcals, the agave is steamed in stone ovens rather than roasted underground, resulting in a distinctive style that emphasizes clarity, salinity, and terroir expression rather than smoke.

Serving Suggestions:

Best enjoyed neat at room temperature in a traditional copita or wide-rimmed glass to capture its complexity. This mezcal pairs beautifully with fresh seafood, ceviche, grilled vegetables, or tangy cheeses. Its saline edge and vegetal brightness also make it an intriguing base for craft cocktails, from mezcalitas to spirit-forward variations on the martini.

Metiche Mezcal Joven Artesanal is a pure expression of Salmiana agave and San Luis Potosí terroir, offering a refreshing, mineral-driven style that stands apart in the mezcal world.