Yuku Savi Mexicanito

Verdict

Mexicanito is an agave most drinkers have never seen, and Félix Macedas's expression is a compelling argument for why that should change. At 48% the piña's natural sweetness is balanced by a mineral austerity that keeps the bottle from going ornate. Hunt it alongside the candelillo and jabalí to see what this palenque is doing across the range.

Tasting notes

Nose: Sweet cooked agave, candied citrus peel, wildflower, cool mineral

Palate: Lifted and bright, mexicanito's smaller-piña character reading as concentrated sweetness wrapped around a chalky core. Elegant rather than forceful

Finish: Floral, dry. Long

The bottom line

Macedas makes mexicanito's case at 48%. Yuku Savi across the range is the story

Where to buy online

We found this bottle at 2 US retailers. Prices and stock vary – click through to check.

• The Epicurean Trader – $185
• Madre Shop – $134.99