Mexcalli. El mundo de los destilados de agave de México. Author: Graciela Concepción Angeles Carreño. Language: Spanish
Graciela Angeles Carreño, from Real Minero, is a respected and beloved figure in the mezcal making community of Santa Catarina Minas, Oaxaca. She leads the team at her family's brand, which is highly recognized for their traditional and authentic mezcal production using clay pot stills. Graciela is a pioneering expert in the industry, known for her contributions to agave conservation, cultural heritage preservation, and female leadership. Real Minero, led by the current maestro mezcalero, Edgar Angeles, is renowned for their award-winning spirits that are aged in glass before release.
This hardcover book of 246 pages provides an educational and factual look at the traditional methods used to produce agave spirits in Mexico. While an English translation is currently not available, it serves as a great starting point for non-Spanish speakers with its informative descriptions and illustrations.
Descripción (Spanish)
Mexcalli. El mundo de los destilados de agave de México. Adéntrese en el fascinante universo de los destilados de agave con este libro único, escrito por la destacada mezcalillera Graciela Angeles Carreño. "Mexcalli" explora la riqueza cultural, social e histórica de estas bebidas emblemáticas de México, abarcando desde el tequila hasta el mezcal, la raicilla y el bacanora. Con un enfoque práctico y detallado, esta obra describe los procesos de producción, las especies de agave más utilizadas y los estudios sensoriales que permiten apreciar sus aromas y sabores. Además, incluye recetas de coctelería diseñadas por renombrados bartenders, ideales para explorar nuevas formas de disfrutar estos destilados. Con fotografías artísticas y cinco videos documentales, Mexcalli se convierte en un homenaje visual y narrativo a la tradición del agave en México, perfecto tanto para aficionados como para expertos en coctelería. Descubra en esta obra que preserva y enaltece la herencia de los destilados de agave en el mundo.
Description (English)
Mexcalli. The World of Mexican Agave Distillates. Delve into the fascinating world of agave distillates with this unique book, written by renowned mezcalera Graciela Angeles Carreño. "Mexcalli" explores the cultural, social, and historical richness of these emblematic Mexican beverages, ranging from tequila to mezcal, raicilla, and bacanora. With a practical and detailed approach, this work describes the production processes, the most commonly used agave species, and sensory studies that allow you to appreciate their aromas and flavors. It also includes cocktail recipes designed by renowned bartenders, ideal for exploring new ways to enjoy these distillates. With artistic photographs and five documentary videos, Mexcalli is a visual and narrative tribute to the agave tradition in Mexico, perfect for both amateurs and cocktail experts. Discover this work that preserves and enhances the heritage of agave distillates around the world.
Mexcalli. El mundo de los destilados de agave de México. Author: Graciela Concepción Angeles Carreño. Language: Spanish
Graciela Angeles Carreño, from Real Minero, is a respected and beloved figure in the mezcal making community of Santa Catarina Minas, Oaxaca. She leads the team at her family's brand, which is highly recognized for their traditional and authentic mezcal production using clay pot stills. Graciela is a pioneering expert in the industry, known for her contributions to agave conservation, cultural heritage preservation, and female leadership. Real Minero, led by the current maestro mezcalero, Edgar Angeles, is renowned for their award-winning spirits that are aged in glass before release.
This hardcover book of 246 pages provides an educational and factual look at the traditional methods used to produce agave spirits in Mexico. While an English translation is currently not available, it serves as a great starting point for non-Spanish speakers with its informative descriptions and illustrations.
Descripción (Spanish)
Mexcalli. El mundo de los destilados de agave de México. Adéntrese en el fascinante universo de los destilados de agave con este libro único, escrito por la destacada mezcalillera Graciela Angeles Carreño. "Mexcalli" explora la riqueza cultural, social e histórica de estas bebidas emblemáticas de México, abarcando desde el tequila hasta el mezcal, la raicilla y el bacanora. Con un enfoque práctico y detallado, esta obra describe los procesos de producción, las especies de agave más utilizadas y los estudios sensoriales que permiten apreciar sus aromas y sabores. Además, incluye recetas de coctelería diseñadas por renombrados bartenders, ideales para explorar nuevas formas de disfrutar estos destilados. Con fotografías artísticas y cinco videos documentales, Mexcalli se convierte en un homenaje visual y narrativo a la tradición del agave en México, perfecto tanto para aficionados como para expertos en coctelería. Descubra en esta obra que preserva y enaltece la herencia de los destilados de agave en el mundo.
Description (English)
Mexcalli. The World of Mexican Agave Distillates. Delve into the fascinating world of agave distillates with this unique book, written by renowned mezcalera Graciela Angeles Carreño. "Mexcalli" explores the cultural, social, and historical richness of these emblematic Mexican beverages, ranging from tequila to mezcal, raicilla, and bacanora. With a practical and detailed approach, this work describes the production processes, the most commonly used agave species, and sensory studies that allow you to appreciate their aromas and flavors. It also includes cocktail recipes designed by renowned bartenders, ideal for exploring new ways to enjoy these distillates. With artistic photographs and five documentary videos, Mexcalli is a visual and narrative tribute to the agave tradition in Mexico, perfect for both amateurs and cocktail experts. Discover this work that preserves and enhances the heritage of agave distillates around the world.