Mal Bien
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Mal Bien is a mezcal producer based in Oaxaca, Mexico, sourcing traditionally made spirits directly from independent palenqueros across the region. Each release is tied to a named maestro and specific village of origin, as seen in the Espadin Felix Ramirez Ejutla and the Madrecuixe Cortes expressions, both of which credit the producing family. Agave varieties range from the widely cultivated Espadin to wild and semi-wild plants including Madrecuixe, Bicuixe, Tepextate, Mexicano Verde, and Coyote. The Puntas Madrecuixe Cortes captures the high-proof heads cut of distillation, while the Alto Rodriguez Montoya and Ramos-sourced bottlings represent distinct terroir and production styles. The Mal Bien Espadin serves as the most accessible entry point, with single-agave and ensemble wild-plant releases occupying the upper range.
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Mal Bien is a mezcal producer based in Oaxaca, Mexico, sourcing traditionally made spirits directly from independent palenqueros across the region. Each release is tied to a named maestro and specific village of origin, as seen in the Espadin Felix Ramirez Ejutla and the Madrecuixe Cortes expressions, both of which credit the producing family. Agave varieties range from the widely cultivated Espadin to wild and semi-wild plants including Madrecuixe, Bicuixe, Tepextate, Mexicano Verde, and Coyote. The Puntas Madrecuixe Cortes captures the high-proof heads cut of distillation, while the Alto Rodriguez Montoya and Ramos-sourced bottlings represent distinct terroir and production styles. The Mal Bien Espadin serves as the most accessible entry point, with single-agave and ensemble wild-plant releases occupying the upper range.
