A rich añejo mezcal aged thirteen months in new American oak.
What it is
Ilegal Añejo is a mezcal from Mexico, bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV) and aged thirteen months in new American oak barrels. It is a gorgeous spirit that rivals fine scotches and cognacs: rounded, full and rich, yet untamed, with maple, clove and bitter orange on the nose and dark chocolate and sweet agave on the palate.
Where and how it's made
- Made by Ilegal Mezcal in Mexico
- Añejo mezcal
- Aged thirteen months in new American oak barrels
- Bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV)
Tasting notes
- Nose: maple, clove and bitter orange
- Palate: rich and full, with dark chocolate, sweet agave and gentle smoke
- Finish: long, rounded and warming
Serving and pairing
Sip it neat from a snifter or a copita, or use it in a smoky Old Fashioned. Pairs with grilled steak, mole negro, dark chocolate and aged cheeses. Store the bottle upright in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight and heat.