Pichumel

by | Aug 25, 2020

Maguey Pichumel
A. marmorata

‘Pichumel‘ Region

Area where maguey ‘Pichumel‘ ( A. marmorata) grows in Mexico. Brown fading represents density of plants in an area.

‘Mezcal’ Denomination of origin

Area where a distillate produced with an agave can be legally labelled as mezcal.

Political Boundary

General Facts
‘Pichumel‘ info

‘Pichumel‘ info

  • ~1% of all certified mezcal produced in 2019 was made with ‘pichumel’ (a. marmorata). Known in Oaxaca as Tepeztate, it has a cult following. Great mezcals, whose minerality set them apart from the rest.
  • Extends over an area in Mexico roughly equivalent in size to the Netherlands.
  • 1 to 2 m height
  • 25 to 35 years (Life expectancy / maturity)
  • March to May (Flowering season)
  • 340-2112 meters above sea level
General Facts
‘Pichumel‘ info