Dixeebe Mezcal Barril 02 375mL

Dixeebe Mezcal Barril 02

Artisanal Agave Spirit | Barril (Agave karwinskii) | 51.3% ABV | 102.6 Proof | 375mL | Edition 02 | 448 Bottles

Process & Profile

Dixeebe Mezcal Barril 02 is a highly limited agave spirit produced by Maestro Palenquero Gregorio Hernández in La Compañía Ejutla, Oaxaca. Edition 02 is made entirely from Barril, a variety of Agave karwinskii, harvested after approximately 12 years of maturity.

The agave was harvested in November 2021 and cooked in a traditional underground conical oven. After cooking, it is mechanically crushed before undergoing natural fermentation in wooden vats made from Sabino.

Distillation takes place using a traditional refrescadera system, continuing a production method Dixeebe describes as 100% artisanal and ancestral by tradition. After distillation, this edition was rested in glass beginning in 2021, allowing the spirit to integrate without introducing flavors from oak.

Bottled at a robust 51.3% ABV, Dixeebe Barril 02 presents a structured, mineral-driven interpretation of mature Karwinskii agave. Production was limited to only 448 bottles in the 375mL format.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Mineral tones, earthy agave, subtle vegetal character, and hints of roasted earth

Palate: Structured and evolving with pronounced minerality, earthy depth, mature agave, and savory complexity

Finish: Long and persistent with lingering minerals, earth, and deep agave character

What Makes It Special

Dixeebe Barril 02 stands out first for its raw material. Barril belongs to the Karwinskii family of agaves, which are known for their tall, trunk-like growth and can require many years to reach maturity. The agaves used for this edition were approximately 12 years old at harvest.

The production location also gives this release a distinct identity. Gregorio Hernández produced the batch in La Compañía Ejutla in Oaxaca's Valles Centrales, using traditional underground cooking, natural fermentation, and refrescadera distillation.

Rather than aging the spirit in wood, Dixeebe rested Edition 02 in glass from 2021. Glass resting allows the mezcal to develop and integrate over time without adding vanilla, caramel, or tannin from a barrel, keeping the focus on Barril agave, fermentation, and distillation character.

Only 448 bottles were produced under lot DGHBA1121, making this one of Dixeebe's particularly small-production releases.

How to Enjoy

Enjoy Dixeebe Barril 02 neat at room temperature in a copita or small agave-spirit glass.

At 102.6 proof, it is best approached slowly in small pours. Allow the spirit to rest briefly in the glass before tasting so its mineral, earthy, and vegetal aromas have time to develop.

Because this edition showcases a single mature Barril agave and traditional production rather than barrel aging, it is especially well suited to comparative tastings alongside other Karwinskii expressions such as Madrecuishe, Cuishe, or Tobasiche.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What agave is used in Dixeebe Mezcal Barril 02?

Dixeebe Barril 02 is made entirely from Barril, botanically identified by the producer as Agave karwinskii. The agaves used for this batch were approximately 12 years old.

2. How is Dixeebe Barril Edition 02 made?

The agave is cooked in an underground conical oven, mechanically crushed, naturally fermented in Sabino wood vats, and distilled using a traditional refrescadera system.

3. What proof is Dixeebe Mezcal Barril 02?

Dixeebe Barril 02 is bottled at 102.6 proof, equal to 51.3% alcohol by volume.

4. How limited is Dixeebe Barril 02?

Only 448 bottles were produced for Edition 02. The release is presented in a 375mL bottle and identified as lot DGHBA1121.

5. Where can I buy Dixeebe Mezcal Barril 02?

You can buy Dixeebe Mezcal Barril 02 directly from The Barrel Tap, where you can shop mezcal and other premium agave spirits online.