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MEZCAL DE AGAVE DURANGENSIS
Yacía impasible, rígido y punzante…
como la montaña, adherido a la
tierra, como rey, coronado por pencas.
Porfiado y arrogante, el silencioso
quijote había tardado en reconocer su
naturaleza sosegada y su médula de
árido y pálido rosal. Más sucedió que
un día, el resuelto caballero se enfrentó
a metálico enemigo y sucumbió; y en
su prisión de tierra, la mujer de fuego
lo transformó: Tomó el hervido corazón
y, en un arrebatado abrazo, lo destrozó.
Agotado, el jinete de mosto sucumbió
y se dejó arrullar en los brazos
sofocados del tiempo... y, despertando,
notó que en su jornada agotadora
de tierra, fuego y cobre, el estoico
monarca se había vuelto sabio, sagrado
y secreto… se había vuelto Mezcal.
MEZCAL DE
HACIENDA
Hacienda Dolores is situated at just a
few miles away from the city of Durango,
sitting graciously amid pecan tree
plantations from where its beautiful tower
peaks into the sky. The Hacienda creates
a serene and tranquil environment for the
distillation of the finest of mezcals. It was
originally built during the 18th century
and restored to its glory by Don Jaime
Gutierrez. Since this period, its chapel has
been dedicated to Our Lady of Sorrows
(Mater Dolorosa). It is this portrayal of
the Blessed Virgin Mary which inspires
the name of our brand and her Crown is
represented in our crest.
The process of our mezcal begins in the
noble lands of Rancho La Campana de
Santa Elena, where agave Duranguensis
grows organically and in the wild. It is at
the moment of harvest when the Jimador
must closely listen to the voice of the
agave to discern if it’s ready to become
mezcal.
Hacienda de Dolores
Durango, Dgo., México
Hacienda de Dolores
Durango, Dgo., México
Every crown of agave has been patiently
meditating for around 10 to 12 years for
the moment in which to give its soul to
the heat of the copper. The crown, once
naked from its spikes, is transported by
donkey to its next destination. Here, it will
be submitted to the burning heat of the
fire pit that will give it the characteristic
smokey notes of Mezcal Durangensis
Lágrimas de Dolores.
Through reviving these ancestral
methods, we are also reviving the
productive character and the old
traditions of Hacienda Dolores. However,
this time we are focused on the progress
and future of an Ancestrally Spectacular
Mezcal de Hacienda.
Jima de agave (agave harvest)
Durango, Dgo., México
Rancho La Campana de Santa Elena
Mezquital, Dgo., México
AGAVE DURANGENSIS
On the hillsides of Rancho La Campana
de Santa Elena (Mezquital, Durango) the
Agave durangensis flourishes organically
in the wild. Named after the state of
which it is endemic, this agave brings
life to only the best of mezcals and gives
it the unique taste that makes Mezcal
Lágrimas de Dolores so unique and
spectacular.
OUR CROWN
JEWELS
PRODUCTS
MEZCAL JOVEN
Mezcal 100% de Agave durangensis
Durango, Dgo., México
Produced and Bottled at Hacienda Dolores.
Number of distillations: 2
43.5% Alc. Vol
Certifications:
HACCP
NOM 070
Bottle volumes:
700 mL
750 mL
Maestro Mezcalero
Fabiola Ávila Valenzuela
Immaculate and translucent. This mezcal
is incomparable in aroma and taste.
As soon as the cork comes off the first
delicious notes are released. It is a clear
invitation to experience hundreds of
years of tradition within an elegant
bottle.
As it is served into a glass, the oxygen
revives and gives a full body to this
mezcal. This triggers a second wave
of sensations led by the second note,
a smokey and subtle herbal note that
lingers but vanishes slowly, always
provoking the next sip.
Its taste inspires memories of warm days
in the Mexican countryside. A flavour of
fiesta, verbena and celebration in every
sip that reminds us of our pride to be
from Durango.
MEZCAL AÑEJO
Mezcal 100% de Agave durangensis
Durango, Dgo., México
Produced and Bottled at Hacienda Dolores.
Number of distillations: 2
40.5% Alc. Vol
Certifications:
HACCP
NOM 070
Bottle volumes:
700 mL
750 mL
Maestro Mezcalero
Fabiola Ávila Valenzuela
ART COLLABORATION WITH
MAESTRO GUILLERMO CENICEROS
This mezcal requires a one year
meditation within a white oak, first
generation barrel. It is this meditation
which endows it with a dark and
mysterious amber colour and a smooth
hint of wood.
During the first sip, a graceful but
subtle herbal note floods every corner
of the mouth, just before finishing with
an evaporating memory cooked agave.
This is no ordinary mezcal, sipping it is
always followed by a toast for a land
full of surprises that gives life to our
Mezcal Añejo.
DURANGO, THE ART OF
MEZCAL AND MAESTRO
CENIZEROS
By tradition, Durango is not only a land of
mezcal but also of great artists that have
placed its name in the map. Amongst
them, Maestro Guillermo Ceniceros is
renowned as one of the most gifted
muralists in the country.
His artworks form part of some of the
most exclusive collections due to its
unique style. In his own words, ‘I paint the
reality that I imagine’. Every stroke of the
brush represents a recreation of reality,
rather than a copy of it. This allows him to
play with the reality that he imagines and
grant it his own style.
With his permission, we have draped our
Añejo Mezcal. The meticulous process
of our unique mezcal together with
Ceniceros’ works make Lagrimas de
Dolores Añejo a collectible piece of art.
El Baluarte, 2013
Guillermo Ceniceros
MEZCAL AÑEJO
TRIDESTILADO
Mezcal 100% de Agave durangensis
Durango, Dgo., México
Produced and Bottled at Hacienda Dolores.
Number of distillations: 3
45% Alc. Vol
Certifications:
HACCP
NOM 070
NOM 070
Bottle volumes:
700 mL
750 mL
Maestro Mezcalero
Fabiola Ávila Valenzuela
The most precious of our crown jewels.
Contains all the passion and seduction
of our finest Añejo mezcals. After one
year of ageing in oak barrels it is faced
once more against the heat of our
copper still for a third distillation that
will transform it into a true elixir.
Indeed a work of art that sums up
hundreds of years in one sip. Starting
with an alluring and gentle sweet
note, and followed by a smooth hint
of oak. One can clearly perceive all the
passion and dedication behind its great
character and mysterious personality.
An exclusive reserve and a flavour full of
tradition that heightens all senses and
illuminates even the most demanding
connoisseur.
MEZCALEANDO
Mezcal Lagrimas de Dolores is no
ordinary mezcal. As such one must know
how to drink it to be able to experience
all of its splendour. Our mezcal can
be thoroughly enjoyed when sipped,
not shot, and also in a wide variety of
cocktails that liberate an innumerable
range of flavours, all with the essence of
Lágrimas de Dolores.
BLOODY
DOLORES
DOLORES
TONIC
- 2 oz mezcal Lágrimas
de Dolores Joven
- 1 tablespoon of lime juice
- 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce
- 5.5 oz tomato juice (Klamato)
- Add celery
- 2 oz mezcal Lágrimas
de Dolores Joven
- 5 oz Tonic water
- Mint leaves
- Sliced lime
MOJITO DE
DOLORES
EL PERFECTO
- 2 oz mezcal Lágrimas
de Dolores Joven
- 1 tablespoon of lime juice
- 10 spearmint leaves
- Sugar
- Crushed Ice
- Sparkling water
- Recipe by Don Jaime himself.
- 1 oz mezcal Lágrimas
de Dolores Joven
- Hot Mint-Marigold Tea
- Sweeten with sugar
NEBLINA
XOCOLATZIN
- 2 oz mezcal Lágrimas
de Dolores Joven
- 1 oz Cranberry juice
- Sparkling lemonade
- Add a strawberry on top
- 2 oz mezcal Lágrimas
de Dolores Joven
- Coffee Liqueur
- Steamed milk
- Dark chocolate gratings
THE POPULAR CULTURE
OF MEZCAL
Firstly, the best mezcal is always the one right in front of you.
A glass of mezcal is to be savoured, not guzzled or shot. The only
exception is if you are toasting with a group of people in a celebration of some sort. In such case never, ever, try to compete, because
even if you win, you will end up losing.
One must beware that mezcal triggers basic instincts. For this reason
one must, under no circumstance, try to befriend the enemy over a
bottle of mezcal. The next morning you will either find yourself lying
in bed with your new friend, or in hospital.
Atmosphere and setting should not be overlooked, it sets the
drinkers mood. A casual and friendly setting lends itself for a relaxing time.
Para todo mal, mezcal, y para todo bien, también. Y si no hay remedio, mejor litro y medio.
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