La Luna Mezcal Ancestral Paradas X Patria Limited Edition

Long before modern, steam-powered brick ovens became the norm, agave spirits offered a deeply rooted, earthy character. The La Luna Mezcal Ancestral Paradas X Patria Limited Edition revives this time-honored tradition. Crafted from Blue Weber agave, this ancestral Tequilana expression captures the bright, high-proof aromas of traditional tequila, enhanced by the distinct, smoky complexity of underground roasting.

Every bottle represents weeks of meticulous, hands-on labor. The agave hearts are roasted for five days in earth pits lined with oak, pine, and avocado wood, radiating heat through volcanic rocks. After resting, the agave is shredded and pressed in custom, hammock-style wooden trapiches. It then ferments naturally in large pine-wood vats using fresh well water. Finally, the mash is double-distilled in clay pots, carefully blending the body, heads, and sweet tails to achieve a perfectly balanced profile.

This annual Paradas x Patria release honors Mexican Independence Day and the enduring spirit of the revolution. Bottled exactly at 50.1% ABV (100.2 proof), it pays direct homage to "Maquina 501," the legendary train commandeered by Pancho Villa to supply revolutionaries. Profiled by co-producer Adrian Gallegos as a tribute to Mexican resilience and the authentic history of mezcal, this limited-edition spirit offers a profound tasting experience that connects you directly to the heart of Mexico's heritage.