De Matachines Lamparillo is an artisanal agave spirit, or mezcal, from Durango, Mexico, made from the wild Agave asperrima, also known as Lamparillo. The name "Matachines" honors the traditional Mexican ceremonial dancers, and the spirit is known for its unique flavor profile resulting from its production process, which includes being cooked in an earthen oven. Agave type: The spirit is made from the Lamparillo agave (Agave asperrima), which is a wild agave found in the desert environment near Mapimí, Durango. Production process: Cooking: The agave is cooked in an earthen oven. Mashing: It is mashed by hand with an axe. Fermentation: It is fermented in cedarwood using natural yeast. Origin: The agave is grown near Mapimí, Durango, and the spirit is produced in Nombre de Dios, Durango. Cultural significance: The name "Matachines" is a tribute to the Matachines dancers, reflecting the spirit's deep connection to Mexican cultural traditions. The Matachines dance itself is a historic and often religious ritual dance.
