Perché si mette il verme nel Mezcal?

Perché si mette il verme nel Mezcal?

Il verme affogato nell'alcol, è un bruco chiamato gusano che vive nella pianta d'agave e si nutre di essa. ... Il verme del Mezcal è ritenuto, infatti, portatore di speciali proprietà possibilmente trasmissibili anche alla persona che lo mangia. Questa credenza è emersa un po' per tradizione, un po' per marketing.

What are the best mezcal brands on the market?

• One of the newest mezcal brands on the scene, Doña Vega has already been garnering accolades since it launched in 2019. They offer bottle made from both Espadín and Tobalá agave varieties to help you explore the signature nuances of agave.

What is mezcal made from?

• Mezcal can only be distilled in nine different states in Mexico, as dictated by the denominación de origen determined in 2005. And unlike tequila, which is only made from Blue Weber agave, mezcal can be made using a number of wild and cultivated varieties, although the most common is Espadín.

Is Bozal Ensamble a good first mezcal?

• If you’re new to mezcal, this Bozal Ensamble is a great introduction. It’s made using three types of agave, creating a unique complexity and approachability. The first agave is Espadín (the typical mezcal agave) but it’s supported by Barril for citrus and floral notes, as well as Mexicano agave for earthiness.

What is the best agave to use for mezcal?

• Espadín agave is by far the most popular and most versatile, making up about 90% of mezcals (from affordable to high-end). Tobalá — sometimes called the “king of mezcals” — is difficult to grow, rare in the wild, and produces a complex bottle of mezcal. Tobaziche is another wild agave that often lends a herbal flavor.