Banhez Tepeztate Mezcal | Rare Wild Agave Artisanal Spirit
A Highly Coveted Expression Crafted from Wild Agave Matured for up to 25 Years
Banhez Tepeztate is a remarkable and rare expression within the world of artisanal Mezcal. Produced by the Banhez cooperative—a union of families, farmers, and producers in Oaxaca—this bottling celebrates one of the most legendary agave varieties: the Tepeztate (Agave marmorata).
Unlike more common varieties, Tepeztate grows wild on steep, rocky hillsides and can take up to 25 years to reach maturity. This incredibly slow growth cycle allows the plant to develop a concentrated and complex profile that is unlike any other. Because of the time and effort required to harvest this wild agave, every bottle is considered a special, limited release for true connoisseurs.