What is sotol?
Sotol is a distilled spirit made from the Desert Spoon plant (Dasylirion wheeleri), which grows wild in the Chihuahuan Desert of northern Mexico. Unlike tequila and mezcal, sotol is not made from agave.
How is sotol different from tequila and mezcal?
Tequila and mezcal are made from agave. Sotol is made from the Desert Spoon plant, a different species entirely. Sotol tends to be brighter and more herbaceous than tequila, without the smoke of mezcal.
Is sotol gluten free?
Yes. Los Magos Sotol is naturally gluten free. The Desert Spoon plant contains no gluten, and the distillation process removes proteins.
What does Los Magos Sotol taste like?
Los Magos Sotol Blanco has a fragrant nose of citrus, fresh herbs, black pepper and summer rain, a soft palate of honey and savory spice with a hint of distant campfire, and an easy finish that is sweet and warm. The 6 Year Reserva, aged in tequila barrels, brings vanilla, clove, cinnamon, allspice and cardamom.
What is the alcohol content of Los Magos Sotol?
Los Magos Sotol Blanco is bottled at 38% alcohol by volume (76 proof). The 6 Year Reserva de Don Celso is bottled at 42% alcohol by volume (84 proof).
Who makes Los Magos Sotol?
Los Magos Sotol was founded by Eduardo Almanza and Juan Pablo Carvajal. It is produced in Chihuahua, Mexico, by master distillers using traditional methods passed down through generations.
Is Los Magos Sotol organic?
Yes. Los Magos Sotol is certified organic. The Desert Spoon plants are wild-harvested from their natural habitat without pesticides or chemicals.
How do you drink sotol?
Sotol is incredibly versatile. Enjoy it neat, on the rocks, or as a base spirit in cocktails. It substitutes beautifully for tequila, mezcal, or vodka in most recipes.
Where can I buy Los Magos Sotol?
Los Magos Sotol ships directly from losmagossotol.com to eligible U.S. states, with free shipping on orders over $80. It is also stocked at select bars, restaurants and retailers. Email info@losmagossotol.com to find a stockist near you.