Introduction:
Ojo de Tigre Mezcal Artesanal is a joven mezcal made with a blend of two sustainably cultivated agaves. The brand emphasizes approachable smoke, balance, and flavor, making it friendly for those new to mezcal as well as seasoned drinkers. It comes from Oaxaca (and one of its agaves from Puebla), Mexico.

Agave Type:
Espadín (from Oaxaca) and Tobalá (from Puebla)

Aroma and Flavor Profile:
Up front: green apple, citrus (apple, green pear). Then: cooked agave, caramel, smoked cocoa. Also notes of sweet beginning, subtle fruit (citrus, kiwi), vegetal and mineral finish, with smoke present but not dominating.

Mouthfeel:
Light to medium body; soft on the palate. Not overly heavy or oily. The smoke is present in texture, but it’s more subtle rather than overwhelming. Smooth transitions between sweetness, fruit, and smoke.

Cook Time:
Not Available

Rest Time After Cook:
Not Available

Distillery and Production Details (including NOM Number):
Distilled twice in copper stills. Cooking in underground stone pit ovens. Fermented naturally in wooden vats. NOM Number: NOM‑O649X. Region: Oaxaca and Puebla.

Farming Practices:
The agaves are sustainably cultivated. Tobalá is grown from fertilized seeds of naturally growing plants to maintain sustainability.

Overall Impressions:
Ojo de Tigre Artesanal is a well-balanced mezcal that successfully walks the line between smoky depth and approachable flavor. It doesn’t hit as hard on the smoke as some heavier mezcals, making it a good entry point, but there’s enough complexity (fruit, vegetal, mineral, cocoa/smoke mix) to keep it interesting. The use of two agaves gives nuance, and the craftsmanship shows in smoothing out what could otherwise be an overwhelming profile. For fans of mezcal who enjoy fruit, subtle smoke, and a clean finish, this is strong.