Frequently Asked Questions

We use exclusively wild agaves — never cultivated — that mature between 8 and 25 years. Distillation is done in clay pots, an ancestral technique mastered by only a handful of people worldwide. Every bottle carries a lot number and the master mezcalero's name.

The Mezcal Regulatory Council (CRM) certifies that the product complies with Mexico's Official Standard NOM-070-SCFI-2016. For us, certification is the minimum guarantee: it means the mezcal was lab-analyzed, the agave is as declared, and the process matches what appears on the label.

We primarily work with Espadín (Agave angustifolia), Tobalá (Agave potatorum), Cuishe (Agave karwinskii), and Madre Cuishe. Depending on the batch and season, we may produce with other wild species from the Central Valleys. Each agave brings a unique flavor profile.

NOM-070 classifies mezcal into three categories: mezcal (may use autoclaves and distillation columns), artisanal (requires manual processes and copper or clay pots), and ancestral (everything in clay, stone mill, and wild fermentation). Real Minero is ancestral or artisanal category, depending on the batch.

Neat, at room temperature, in a clay or thick-walled glass. Start on the nose: let the alcohol dissipate and let the vegetal and smoky notes emerge. Take a small sip and let it rest in your mouth. Water is not forbidden — alternate sips of mezcal with water to cleanse the palate.

Yes. We ship to any address in Mexico. Estimated delivery time is 3–5 business days for metropolitan areas and 5–8 days for rural areas. Standard shipping costs $150 MXN and is free on orders over $2,000 MXN.

Yes. We ship to the United States, Canada, Europe, and Japan. International shipping costs $500 MXN and estimated delivery times range from 7 to 21 days depending on destination. The importer is responsible for customs procedures in their country.

For Mexico: Visa, Mastercard, and AMEX processed by MercadoPago, plus OXXO Pay and SPEI transfer. Internationally: Visa, Mastercard, and AMEX processed by Stripe. We do not accept cryptocurrency.

Yes. We offer store pickup at our Oaxaca de Juárez location (not at the Santa Catarina Minas distillery). The exact address and hours are shown when you select this option at checkout. Pickup is free.

Contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos of the damage. We will replace the product or issue a full refund at no cost to you. We use high-strength packaging to minimize transit damage.

Yes. We offer gift boxes with special packaging and a personalized message. For orders of 6 bottles or more, contact us directly for special pricing and custom label options.