Rosaluna, described as ‘the less smoky mezcal’ and 2024 winner of the ‘World’s Best Margarita’ from the prestigious US-based Beverage Testing Institute, has arrived in the UK.
Distributed by Spirit Cartel, Rosaluna (40% ABV) is an all-natural, single estate, agave spirit distilled by a sixth-generation family in the rolling hills of Santiago Matatlán in Oaxaca, the heartland of Mexico’s mezcal-making.
Certified organic and non-GMO and also free from added sugar, the brand’s goal is to produce the very best mezcal, while respecting both the land and traditions to ensure a sustainable future.
To that end, Rosaluna has built a strong reputation for its eco-friendly practices. These include using agave waste as fertiliser and fibre from the plant for its labels. In addition, it utilises 40% recycled glass bottles, while the estate recently achieved an 80% reduction in its water usage.
Taste-wise, Rosaluna’s nuanced flavour is described as ‘leading with a delicate hint of agave smoke, finishing with a subtle layer of sweet fruit and baking spice – with none of the overpowering smokiness of some mezcals.’
It’s these category-challenging qualities that helped it achieve the ‘World’s Best Margarita’ award – beating dozens of tequilas, the cocktail’s traditional base spirit.
David Hood, General Manager at Spirit Cartel said: “Rosaluna’s less smoky profile results in a mezcal with excellent mixability and versatility across a wide range of recipes. Mezcal’s on the rise in the UK, but the markets getting crowded with ‘samey’ liquids, so we’re confident of success for this subtly different and planet-friendly mezcal.”
Rosaluna mezcal, 40% ABV/70cl/£39.95 RRP. Available from Amathus, Drinks Club, Dunns, Hammonds, Speciality Drinks and Venus.
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