We are drinking some for the first time tonight... A locally produced mezcal made in this little village of Santa Maria del Tule! Oh, btw, about the equivalent of $12 for a large bottle here... Hahahaha...
I was at a Volans tequila tasting and a few of the folks there were Mezcal officionados who kindly gave me a glass of El Jolgorio. My mind was blown with the amount of flavor. The tequila was great bu this blew everything out of the water. Been looking for a bottle ever since
We just found a bottle of Mezcal Vago Ensamble' by Tio Rey, hands down thee most incredible Mezcal I've had to date...if his Tobala has the same magic, I can only imagine how amazing it is.
Zack - thank you so much for sharing. Look forward to taking some of these. Sorry to learn about your loss. I imagine the mezcal conversations brought her some level of joy in difficult times.
Tobalá, one of our favorite magueys! Not only for the taste, but the agave is so beautiful as well. Rest in peace to Judy, so sorry for the loss to those closest to her.
I know! Tasty, compact and symmetrical looking. Such a great maguey. Thanks for the sentiments by the way, really appreciate that. Have a great night, salud! 🙂
Great video! The only tobalá I've tried is Fosforo Penca, which is rested with the maguey pencas. Its by far my favorite mezcal. I hope you can try one day if you haven't already because I'd love to hear your opinion on it...or anyone else's here.
Saludos y condolencias a Judy. I never had the pleasure but sounds like she was a treasure. I've had the pleasure of tasting Lalo's tobala and agree it's a gem. Another that I like just as much is one by Felix Angeles. What struck me in comparing them was the diversity. Same agave, they both produce in the same village just a kilometer or so separate from each other..so similar water/minerality and such. But still, so distinct from each other. One softer and rounder and more floral, the other with more punch and mineral. Both get high marks from me. Looking forward to revisiting next month and seeing what this years distillations are like!
Thanks for the kind words, amigo. Two other fantastic mezcaleros in Minas are Edgar Angeles, probably my fav there, and Conejo a very close 2nd. Rosario (Rahmba) is also very, very good at what she does - an awesome mezcalera. So much talent in SCM. I'm so jealous you'll be there, indulge, my friend, indulge! Hahaha... I know you will. 😎
Great video, Zack; I hope to try more of these soon. Very touching story about Judy; Thank you for sharing. I also lost a very inspiring woman in my profession, so I can sympathize. Be sure to leave out a Mezcal glass for her during Dia De Los Muertos, so she can visit you and share that kiss of Mezcal she missed out on last time.
I keep seeing Mezcal Vago's ensamble en barro instead of the tobalá en barro. The two bottles have very similar designs. Are their flavours much different?
Hahaha, that's awesome. I love how Daniel is the Don Goyo guy in So Cal and TJ. Incredible support for an incredibly talented mezcalero. Love that the continuous purchases. 🤠
Pluma negra is phenomenal! Both Tobala and Tepeztate. NC is an agave desert when it comes to mezcal, hope to see these make it our way soon! Great reviews
Hey man, thanks for watching! The Pluma Negra Tep is great and so are their espadins. It's a very solid brand IMO. So, do you have to head to other states for mezcal? Have a good one, salud amigo! 😎
YES!! That's awesome. If you are sipping the DM San Pablo Ameyaltepec in your rookie season, holy smokes, you're doing it right! Hahaha. Thanks for watching, brother! 😎
@@ZackKlamn I think my whiskey journey has helped me a lot deciding with which bottles to try/purchase. So I appreciate the time and effort you put into your videos, brother 🙏🏻 👊🏻 It also has unfortunately made me almost numb to high prices LOL Truly sorry for your loss though 😔
Great reviews, and sad to hear about Judy. If Lalo served us a Tobála back in 2017, I don’t remember; he did pour us everything. I recommend Emigdio Jarquin Ramirez’s tobála from Vago. Great stuff. Haven’t seen it around lately though. Just a smidgen left in my bottle, trying to preserve it. Salad!
I haven't tried the Vago Jarquin Tobala but heard it's fantastic. If I see it around I better practice what I preach and pounce on it, haha. Thanks for the kind words, really appreciate it! Salud right back at'cha. 😎
It's a pretty decent tobala. There are better options in California at that price but usually ABC selections can be hit and miss. I like it though. If you feel it's worth a bit of a splurge, I'd say give it a try. If you do, let me know how you like it?! 🥳
I picked it up-definitely the favorite in my tiny collection so far. Berry and yogurt notes, long finish. Will look to upgrade my Tobala game when I’m next out of state.
Hi Jim, thanks for the sentiments, I really appreciate that. I actually was looking for either Forforo bottle when I was at a Total Wine in San Jose on the weekend (I live a few hours south and was passing through). But they were out of both. They are ones I'm very much on the hunt for, especially the Penca (that one sounds awesome)! Have you tried them yet?
I am pretty new to non-espadin mezcals, and I recently picked up three very reasonably priced ones from Quiereme Mucho. Cuishe, Tepextate and Tobala all for $63-68. ( Much lower than the $84-94 avg on wine-searcher) I was curious to know if you have any experience with this brand? I quite like them all, although the Cuishe has a rather unusual flavor profile. The nose on the Tobala is amazing. I have yet to progress to the $100+ range, although I have found great deals on a few bottles that normally go much higher (Bozal Jabali for $73).
Hey! Sorry for the late reply. I don't mind Quiereme Mucho (QM) but I think there is better in that mid-range price point. Bozal like you mentioned I prefer. But yeah, if you're gonna spend $60-70 I think there is better than QM. Their bottles are neat though! Have you tried anything >$100 yet?
@@ZackKlamn Technically, although I paid $73 the bozal jabalii is usually priced slightly over 100. In fact, but I went back to get one for a friend of mine it was now priced at $111.I have several from them and they’ve all been excellent Recently picked up their Gaius de Calabaza, the vegetarian sacrificio.
@@ncyankee101 That's a smoking deal for that Jabali. It's great that you were able to land one. I haven't tried that yet but want to now, especially after your praise. 😎
Excelent review video. I really like your style and research preparation. Also, damn, your audio is pristine! Subbing!
We are drinking some for the first time tonight... A locally produced mezcal made in this little village of Santa Maria del Tule! Oh, btw, about the equivalent of $12 for a large bottle here... Hahahaha...
I was at a Volans tequila tasting and a few of the folks there were Mezcal officionados who kindly gave me a glass of El Jolgorio. My mind was blown with the amount of flavor. The tequila was great bu this blew everything out of the water. Been looking for a bottle ever since
RIP Judy
Thank you again for another lesson. Cheers.
Thanks man, I really appreciate that. Glad you are getting value from these. Salud!!! 😎
We just found a bottle of Mezcal Vago Ensamble' by Tio Rey, hands down thee most incredible Mezcal I've had to date...if his Tobala has the same magic, I can only imagine how amazing it is.
Great job Zack I learned so much and it was so
Good of you to end with that heart felt tribute
You really know your stuff
Awesome videos Zack! Thank you for seeing Judy the way so many of us do. She is so found of you and we were thrilled to have you honor her today.
No worries Seanna! It was so great to give Judy that incredible send off. 🤗
Zack - thank you so much for sharing. Look forward to taking some of these. Sorry to learn about your loss. I imagine the mezcal conversations brought her some level of joy in difficult times.
No worries, my friend! And yes, the constant mezcal talks, I know helped. Thanks as always for your support, you're awesome! 😎
Tobalá, one of our favorite magueys! Not only for the taste, but the agave is so beautiful as well. Rest in peace to Judy, so sorry for the loss to those closest to her.
I know! Tasty, compact and symmetrical looking. Such a great maguey. Thanks for the sentiments by the way, really appreciate that. Have a great night, salud! 🙂
@@ZackKlamn yes the symmetry adds to the beauty. We got to try a Tobalá from El Mero Mero himself, Aquilino. Soooo delicious and smooth. 🤌
Great video!
The only tobalá I've tried is Fosforo Penca, which is rested with the maguey pencas. Its by far my favorite mezcal. I hope you can try one day if you haven't already because I'd love to hear your opinion on it...or anyone else's here.
Sorry about your friend. I'm sure she was a great person. My condolences to all who knew her. Great video Zack
Yeah, that Alto is amazing!!!
Caliente corazón wild papalometl maguey mezcal
From Puebla
Also liked the one made in Guerrero state by caliente corazón mezcal
Another great video. Thanks so much. Sorry to hear about your friend Judy.
No worries, buddy! Glad you enjoyed it and keep checking 'em out. I appreciate the sentiments as well. Have a great night, see you next time. 😎
Saludos y condolencias a Judy. I never had the pleasure but sounds like she was a treasure.
I've had the pleasure of tasting Lalo's tobala and agree it's a gem. Another that I like just as much is one by Felix Angeles. What struck me in comparing them was the diversity. Same agave, they both produce in the same village just a kilometer or so separate from each other..so similar water/minerality and such. But still, so distinct from each other. One softer and rounder and more floral, the other with more punch and mineral. Both get high marks from me.
Looking forward to revisiting next month and seeing what this years distillations are like!
Thanks for the kind words, amigo. Two other fantastic mezcaleros in Minas are Edgar Angeles, probably my fav there, and Conejo a very close 2nd. Rosario (Rahmba) is also very, very good at what she does - an awesome mezcalera. So much talent in SCM. I'm so jealous you'll be there, indulge, my friend, indulge! Hahaha... I know you will. 😎
Great video, Zack; I hope to try more of these soon.
Very touching story about Judy; Thank you for sharing. I also lost a very inspiring woman in my profession, so I can sympathize. Be sure to leave out a Mezcal glass for her during Dia De Los Muertos, so she can visit you and share that kiss of Mezcal she missed out on last time.
New to the channel.. Mark that was beautiful what you said. Same goes to you Zack.. Cheers
Bookmarking this video for the next time I’m near a spirits store worth a damn! Good stuff!
Get to that awesome spirits store and SPLURG!!! 😆
I keep seeing Mezcal Vago's ensamble en barro instead of the tobalá en barro. The two bottles have very similar designs. Are their flavours much different?
I have a liter of Don Goyo Tobala from Daniel that I am still working on. Love it.
Hahaha, that's awesome. I love how Daniel is the Don Goyo guy in So Cal and TJ. Incredible support for an incredibly talented mezcalero. Love that the continuous purchases. 🤠
@@ZackKlamn I , in turn, gave him some of my Cenizo and Tepemete from Gilberto Roldan of Durango. Fair is fair
Pluma negra is phenomenal! Both Tobala and Tepeztate. NC is an agave desert when it comes to mezcal, hope to see these make it our way soon! Great reviews
Hey man, thanks for watching! The Pluma Negra Tep is great and so are their espadins. It's a very solid brand IMO. So, do you have to head to other states for mezcal? Have a good one, salud amigo! 😎
@@ZackKlamn Yeah I also live in North Carolina, I’ve picked up some good ones out in Knoxville Tennessee when I visit my girlfriends family.
Fairly new to the Mezcal game, but I do have that bottle of Del Maguey. It is absolutely incredible! Well worth the price, imo
YES!! That's awesome. If you are sipping the DM San Pablo Ameyaltepec in your rookie season, holy smokes, you're doing it right! Hahaha. Thanks for watching, brother! 😎
@@ZackKlamn I think my whiskey journey has helped me a lot deciding with which bottles to try/purchase. So I appreciate the time and effort you put into your videos, brother 🙏🏻 👊🏻 It also has unfortunately made me almost numb to high prices LOL
Truly sorry for your loss though 😔
Great reviews, and sad to hear about Judy. If Lalo served us a Tobála back in 2017, I don’t remember; he did pour us everything. I recommend Emigdio Jarquin Ramirez’s tobála from Vago. Great stuff. Haven’t seen it around lately though. Just a smidgen left in my bottle, trying to preserve it. Salad!
I haven't tried the Vago Jarquin Tobala but heard it's fantastic. If I see it around I better practice what I preach and pounce on it, haha. Thanks for the kind words, really appreciate it! Salud right back at'cha. 😎
Love the Boba Fett sugar helmet shirt…where did you get it?
Hey! I got that in Oaxaca actually. I thought it was wayyyyy too cool to pass up, hahaha. 😉
Rookie question: I can grab Del Maguey Tobala from Santa Maria Albarradas (Oaxaca) for $120 at my local ABC. Any opinions on that bottle?
It's a pretty decent tobala. There are better options in California at that price but usually ABC selections can be hit and miss. I like it though. If you feel it's worth a bit of a splurge, I'd say give it a try. If you do, let me know how you like it?! 🥳
I picked it up-definitely the favorite in my tiny collection so far. Berry and yogurt notes, long finish.
Will look to upgrade my Tobala game when I’m next out of state.
Zach, just found this. I am sorry for your loss. Have you had a chance to try Fosforo Tobala or Fosforo Penca?
Hi Jim, thanks for the sentiments, I really appreciate that. I actually was looking for either Forforo bottle when I was at a Total Wine in San Jose on the weekend (I live a few hours south and was passing through). But they were out of both. They are ones I'm very much on the hunt for, especially the Penca (that one sounds awesome)! Have you tried them yet?
@@ZackKlamn I have tried them. I think they are worth seeking for. Tobala is a truly unique expression of Mezcal
@@jimmcgauley3528 NICE!!! When I try them, I'll give you some feedback. Stoked to give em a go! Thanks for the recommendation, brother!!
I am pretty new to non-espadin mezcals, and I recently picked up three very reasonably priced ones from Quiereme Mucho. Cuishe, Tepextate and Tobala all for $63-68. ( Much lower than the $84-94 avg on wine-searcher) I was curious to know if you have any experience with this brand? I quite like them all, although the Cuishe has a rather unusual flavor profile. The nose on the Tobala is amazing.
I have yet to progress to the $100+ range, although I have found great deals on a few bottles that normally go much higher (Bozal Jabali for $73).
Hey! Sorry for the late reply. I don't mind Quiereme Mucho (QM) but I think there is better in that mid-range price point. Bozal like you mentioned I prefer. But yeah, if you're gonna spend $60-70 I think there is better than QM. Their bottles are neat though! Have you tried anything >$100 yet?
@@ZackKlamn Technically, although I paid $73 the bozal jabalii is usually priced slightly over 100. In fact, but I went back to get one for a friend of mine it was now priced at $111.I have several from them and they’ve all been excellent Recently picked up their Gaius de Calabaza, the vegetarian sacrificio.
@@ncyankee101 That's a smoking deal for that Jabali. It's great that you were able to land one. I haven't tried that yet but want to now, especially after your praise. 😎
Zach remember M.H.H.S.?
Hey buddy!! How can I forget? How you been, brother?!?!
@@ZackKlamn check your linkedin