Nixta Licor de Elote, Jilotepec, Mexico

Nixta Licor de Elote, Jilotepec, Mexico, is a bold tribute to Mexico’s cultural and culinary soul. Crafted from heirloom cacahuazintle corn and elevated through the ancient practice of nixtamalization, this one-of-a-kind liqueur captures the deep, roasted sweetness of corn in its most expressive form. Made high in the volcanic valleys of Nevado de Toluca at Destilería y Bodega Abasolo, Nixta is a silky, golden liqueur that honors the land, the people, and the 4,000-year-old tradition that gave it life.

Product Details:

• Type: Corn-based Liqueur
• ABV: 30%
• Base Ingredient: Ancestral cacahuazintle corn
• Process: Nixtamalization and craft distillation at 7,800 ft elevation
• Color: Intense straw with golden highlights

Sensory Description:

Nixta opens with bold aromas of fresh cornbread, vanilla, and toasted maize. On the palate, notes of sweet corn intertwine with hints of roasted kernels, caramel, and a whisper of warm spice. The mouthfeel is luxuriously smooth, leading to a long, corn-driven finish with balance and texture that makes it equally delightful neat, over ice, or in craft cocktails.

Awards & Accolades:

• Platinum – L.A. Spirits Awards, 2024
• Double Platinum – ASCOT Awards, 2024
• Double Gold – San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2024
• Gold – TAG Global Spirits Awards, 2024
• Gold – SIP Awards, 2024
• Triple Gold – MLSA Competition, 2023
• Silver – Denver International Spirits Competition, 2024
• Bronze – Bartender Spirits Awards, 2024
• Great Value & Finalist – Ultimate Beverage Challenge, 2023

Distiller's Background:

Founded with a mission to elevate Mexico’s native corn through world-class spirits, Destilería y Bodega Abasolo lies at the heart of Jilotepec, one of the highest distilleries on Earth. Built on land traditionally used for corn agriculture, the facility is a fusion of restored historic structures and innovative architecture designed to celebrate Mexico’s corn heritage. The team at Abasolo uses local ingredients and talent, honoring traditional techniques while forging new frontiers in spirits.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve neat to highlight its roasted corn and caramel notes
• Pour over ice for a smooth, chilled experience
• Add to rye or bourbon cocktails, such as a Corn Old Fashioned
• Mix with grapefruit soda for a savory-sweet highball
• Stir into coffee or espresso for a rich, dessert-like finish
• Use in creative craft cocktails to add depth and texture

Why Nixta Licor de Elote?

Because it’s more than a liqueur, it’s a liquid expression of Mexico’s agricultural heart. Nixta captures the ancient soul of maize with elegance, versatility, and unmistakable authenticity, earning its place in any thoughtful bar or collection.