Origen Raiz Cenizo Durango 750ml

The Ash Agave of Durango

Origen Raiz Cenizo Durango is a rare and captivating mezcal crafted from Agave durangensis — known locally as cenizo ("ashy") for the silvery-grey hue of its leaves. Native to the high-altitude desert of Durango and Zacatecas, cenizo is a slow-growing agave that takes 12 to 20 years to reach maturity, concentrating extraordinary complexity over its long life. Origen Raiz's traditional production methods honor both the plant and the land, delivering a spirit of remarkable depth and character.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Distinctive and complex with roasted cenizo agave, dried tropical fruit, earthy minerals, a subtle floral sweetness, and a whisper of smoke.
• Palate: Full-bodied and layered with roasted agave, dried mango, dark chocolate, pine resin, and a savory mineral earthiness that builds beautifully.
• Finish: Long and warming with lingering dried fruit, herbal bitterness, and a clean mineral close with gentle smoke.

Specs

• Producer: Origen Raiz
• Plant: Agave durangensis (Cenizo)
• Origin: Durango, Mexico
• ABV / Proof: Varies by batch — see bottle label
• Size: 750ml
• Production: Wild-harvested cenizo, traditional pit roast, artisanal distillation

A singular expression of Durango's high desert — cenizo is the agave world's best-kept secret, and Origen Raiz tells its story beautifully.