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Lamata Cenizo Durango
Durango cenizo at 50% – Lamata's house northern workhorse
Score: 3.5/5 agaves
- Producer: Lamata
- Region: El Mezquital, Durango
- Agave: Cenizo
- ABV: 50%
- Price: $92 ($$$)
Verdict
Lamata Cenizo Durango is a strong northern-cenizo reference, the 50% proof carries the mesquite character without pushing into harshness, and the price is reasonable for the quality. Lagrimas de Dolores Joven drinks similarly; pick by availability. Raters have it at 3.9, and we're on board.
Lamata's cenizo is northern mezcal's workhorse argument at 50%
Tasting notes
Nose: Mesquite, cooked cenizo, mineral, desert herb
Palate: Dry and iron-tinged at 50%. Lamata's Durango cenizo is in direct competition with Lagrimas de Dolores Joven; the proof is higher, the character similar, and the production choices consistent with the brand's general philosophy
Finish: Mesquite-wet slate, cool close – long
The bottom line
The 50% carries the mesquite cleanly. Reliable Durango cenizo at destination proof
Where to buy online
We found this bottle at 2 US retailers. Prices and stock vary – click through to check.
- Astor Wines – $92
- K&L Wines
Price check: $92 (2026-07-29).