Espadín Niños Viejos

Espadín Niños Viejos ARTESANAL 750 ml

PUNTIAGUDO MA-ENV-02, Espadín Niños Viejos – 750ml

Some discoveries are too remarkable to happen only once. When Mario Acevedo first began separating the smaller, overlooked Espadín agaves growing along the edges of his fields, he uncovered a character unlike anything he had expected. Those “Niños Viejos”—mature plants that had remained small because of the challenging conditions in which they grew—revealed an extraordinary concentration of aromas, sweetness, and complexity. What started as an experiment has become one of his most anticipated micro-batches.

Batch MA-ENV-02 continues that journey.

Produced from Espadín agaves that matured for more than fifteen years in the highlands surrounding Santa María Velató, Oaxaca, this release was crafted with the same patience and respect for tradition that define Mario’s work. The agaves were slowly roasted for six days in a conical earthen oven with Guamúchil and Copal wood, naturally fermented in 1,200-liter wooden vats using only wild yeasts and well water, and twice distilled in a traditional 300-liter copper alembic still with refrescadera.

The result is a mezcal that is both expressive and elegant. Aromas of golden honey lead into ripe banana, pineapple, and peach, followed by subtle notes of pumpkin seed, fresh menthol, and pine. On the palate, vibrant chili and jalapeño spice give way to earthy minerality and a delicate saline finish that lingers long after each sip.

With only 60 bottles produced at 47.2% ABV, this micro-batch embodies Mario’s devotion to agave. More than a mezcalero, he is a lifelong student of the plant—always observing, learning, and experimenting. Where others might see old, undersized agaves with little value, Mario sees an opportunity to honor a life that has quietly endured. By distilling these forgotten agaves on their own, he pays tribute to what he calls the soul of the agave, allowing each plant’s unique character to speak for itself.

We are confident, Espadín Niños Viejos MA-ENV-02 offers another unique opportunity to experience a mezcal that celebrates the remarkable character hidden in nature’s quietest corners.

Cheers!