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Review · · by The Editors
Agave Macho Espadin-Madrecuishe
Espadín-madrecuishe at 40%. Madrecuishe asks for 45% minimum
Score: 2.5/5 agaves
- Producer: Agave Macho Mezcal
- Maestro: Roman Rosendo
- Region: San Isidro Guishe, Oaxaca
- Agave: Espadin, Madrecuishe
- ABV: 40%
- Price: $105 ($$)
Verdict
The agave's density is legible but uncompromised, at 40% the producer is meeting a price point, not showcasing madrecuishe. The karwinskii family consistently demands 45%+ to express its full character, and every mezcal brand that bottles madrecuishe below that floor is signaling where their priorities sit. Agave Macho chose distribution over agave. No consensus; we score it 2.5. Buy Wahaka Madre Cuishe at 42% or better a proper madrecuishe bottling.
Madrecuishe needs real proof
Tasting notes
Nose: Dark honey traces. Then cooked agave, mineral damp
Palate: Thin for madrecuishe, the proof is the problem
Finish: Slightly warm. Medium
The bottom line
Buy Wahaka Madre Cuishe or a proper madrecuishe bottling