{"product_id":"dixeebe-mezcal-barril-02","title":"Dixeebe Mezcal Barril 02 375mL","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDixeebe Mezcal Barril 02\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtisanal Agave Spirit | Barril (Agave karwinskii) | 51.3% ABV | 102.6 Proof | 375mL | Edition 02 | 448 Bottles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDixeebe Mezcal Barril 02 is a highly limited agave spirit produced by \u003cstrong\u003eMaestro Palenquero Gregorio Hernández\u003c\/strong\u003e in La Compañía Ejutla, Oaxaca. Edition 02 is made entirely from Barril, a variety of \u003cstrong\u003eAgave karwinskii\u003c\/strong\u003e, harvested after approximately 12 years of maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistillation takes place using a traditional \u003cstrong\u003erefrescadera\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled at a robust \u003cstrong\u003e51.3% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e, Dixeebe Barril 02 presents a structured, mineral-driven interpretation of mature Karwinskii agave. Production was limited to only \u003cstrong\u003e448 bottles\u003c\/strong\u003e in the 375mL format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral tones, earthy agave, subtle vegetal character, and hints of roasted earth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Structured and evolving with pronounced minerality, earthy depth, mature agave, and savory complexity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and persistent with lingering minerals, earth, and deep agave character\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDixeebe 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 \u003cstrong\u003e12 years old\u003c\/strong\u003e at harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe production location also gives this release a distinct identity. Gregorio Hernández produced the batch in \u003cstrong\u003eLa Compañía Ejutla in Oaxaca's Valles Centrales\u003c\/strong\u003e, using traditional underground cooking, natural fermentation, and refrescadera distillation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly \u003cstrong\u003e448 bottles\u003c\/strong\u003e were produced under lot DGHBA1121, making this one of Dixeebe's particularly small-production releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy Dixeebe Barril 02 neat at room temperature in a copita or small agave-spirit glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. What agave is used in Dixeebe Mezcal Barril 02?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDixeebe Barril 02 is made entirely from Barril, botanically identified by the producer as \u003cstrong\u003eAgave karwinskii\u003c\/strong\u003e. The agaves used for this batch were approximately 12 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. How is Dixeebe Barril Edition 02 made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe agave is cooked in an underground conical oven, mechanically crushed, naturally fermented in Sabino wood vats, and distilled using a traditional refrescadera system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. What proof is Dixeebe Mezcal Barril 02?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDixeebe Barril 02 is bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e102.6 proof\u003c\/strong\u003e, equal to 51.3% alcohol by volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. How limited is Dixeebe Barril 02?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly \u003cstrong\u003e448 bottles\u003c\/strong\u003e were produced for Edition 02. The release is presented in a 375mL bottle and identified as lot DGHBA1121.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Where can I buy Dixeebe Mezcal Barril 02?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can buy Dixeebe Mezcal Barril 02 directly from The Barrel Tap, where you can shop mezcal and other premium agave spirits online.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dixeebe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48957319971041,"sku":"7503036095338","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0416\/3023\/6825\/files\/DixeebeMezcalBarril02375mL.webp?v=1787251400","url":"https:\/\/www.thebarreltap.com\/products\/dixeebe-mezcal-barril-02","provider":"The Barrel Tap","version":"1.0","type":"link"}