A single bottle of El Cristiano Joven tequila on a solid white background. The bottle is a textured off-white color with black text and a black label on the front, and a black neck label.
A single bottle of El Cristiano Joven tequila on a solid white background. The bottle is a textured off-white color with black text and a black label on the front, and a black neck label.

El Cristiano Mezcal Joven

$199.00
Overview

Joven Mezcal · 100% Espadín Agave · San Luis del Río, Oaxaca · 40% ABV

El Cristiano Mezcal is the brand's first move into Oaxaca, built on the same additive-free promise as the rest of the range. Made from 100% Espadín agave grown in the highlands around San Luis del Río and crafted by third-generation mezcaleros, it's smoky and full-flavoured without going overboard.

It picked up a Platinum Medal at the 2025 SIP Awards on its debut release — a strong result for a first outing. A solid pour whether you're already into mezcal or just curious what all the fuss is about.

Product Details

Production & Craftsmanship

Pit roasting is where the smoke comes from, and it's the step that separates mezcal from tequila. Slow-roasting the agave underground over wood draws out that earthy, smoky character before fermentation even begins.

Agave 100% Espadín, cultivated over 5 years and harvested at maturity
Cooking Slow-roasted in wood-fired earthen pits
Extraction Traditional crushing methods, unchanged for generations in San Luis del Río
Fermentation Wild yeast, in open pinewood tanks
Distillation Double distilled in copper pot stills, using local Rio Grande water
Additives Additive-free
Aging Unaged (Joven)

Product Details

Category Mezcal
Style Joven (Unaged)
Region San Luis del Río, Oaxaca
Agave 100% Espadín
ABV 40%
Bottle Size 750ml
Country Mexico
Tasting Notes

Nose: Bright and clean, with citrus and fresh herbs sitting over smoky agave and a touch of wheat.

Palate: Smoked agave up front, with black pepper, green apple, and orange peel keeping it lively. Full-bodied without sitting heavy.

Finish: Smooth, with the smoke lingering and fading out slowly.

What sets this bottle apart
  • 100% Espadín Agave
  • Additive-free
  • Wood-fired pit roasted
  • Wild yeast fermentation
  • Handcrafted in San Luis del Río
  • Platinum Medal, 2025 SIP Awards
Distillery Information

Produced in San Luis del Río, a village around 3,000 feet up in the Oaxaca highlands, sitting right next to the Rio Grande, whose water goes straight into the distillation. Mezcal-making has been done here the same way for over a hundred years, and El Cristiano sticks to it: wood-fired earthen pits, wild yeast, pinewood fermentation tanks, and copper pot stills.

The brand's purpose runs through the whole range, and the mezcal is no different. Part of every sale goes back into supporting the women and children of San Luis del Río, alongside the communities El Cristiano already backs in Arandas, Jalisco.

Awards & Recognition

  • Platinum Medal — 2025 SIP Awards (Debut Release)

Who this bottle is for

This bottle is for the curious and the converted alike. If you're new to mezcal, El Cristiano is an approachable entry point — smoky but not overwhelming, with enough complexity to keep things interesting. If you already know your way around a mezcal glass, you'll appreciate the traditional production, additive-free credentials, and the story behind San Luis del Río.

How to enjoy

Best sipped neat or over one big ice cube, where the smoke and agave really get to show off. Works well in a Mezcal Negroni or Mezcal Margarita too. First time trying mezcal? Start with a small neat pour and a slice of orange alongside it.

Why we curate it

At Bourbon Brothers, we recommend El Cristiano Mezcal for customers who want:

  • A proper smoky mezcal made the traditional way
  • An additive-free option from a producer that backs it up
  • A change of pace from their usual tequila
  • A bottle with a genuine village and family story behind it

If you already rate El Cristiano's tequila, this is well worth adding to the shelf.