Tobalá mezcals are some of my favorites. This wild agave varietal grows only at high altitudes, takes 12–15 years (or more) to mature, is smaller than other agaves, and is primarily wild-harvested. That makes it all the more challenging—but also all the more rewarding. This wild expression from Hedonista shows off the classic tobalá characteristics: creamy and zesty, fruity and earthy, floral and sweet, herbaceous and funky. On the nose, you're met with mango sherbet, fresh-cut garden mint, orange peel, and rose geranium. The palate brings peppery spice and sweet berries, layered over bold minerality and a rich, velvety texture—with barely a wisp of smoke. It’s a fantastic sipper, and exactly what you want from a great tobalá.