Distillation using clay pots is common in the traditional and ancestral Mezcal factories in the municipality of Villa Sola de Vega. Mezcal distilled in clay pots usually costs more than Mezcal distilled in copper stills.
In the elaboration of Mezcal, the clay pot stands as a witness of tradition. This ancient distillation method, present in some Oaxacan communities, gives life to the ancestral mezcal, a drink with a unique flavor and an invaluable cultural value. The clay pot, handmade with ancestral techniques, gives mezcal an earthy and smoky character that distinguishes it. The slow, artisanal distillation process allows for greater interaction between the alcohol vapors and the clay, imbuing the mezcal with unique aromas and flavors.
The use of the clay pot goes beyond the technical. It is a link to the past, a tribute to traditions and a recognition of the wisdom of the old mezcal masters. In a world where industrialization is advancing by leaps and bounds, the clay pot becomes a symbol of resistance. A reminder of the importance of tradition and connection to the land.
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