Banhez Espadin & Barril

Verdict

Banhez ships a genuine ensamble for less than most producers charge for their bar-well espadín. The cooperative backstory is real, the ABV is honest, and the liquid has something to say. At this price we grade more generously than the

Tasting notes

Nose: Green herbs with melon rind, cooked agave

Palate: Brighter and more aromatic than its price tier suggests, the barril adds a savory undertow under the espadín's sweetness

Finish: Clean, faintly bitter – medium

The bottom line

The default recommendation for anyone starting a mezcal shelf