The brand La Escondida, meaning “the hidden lady”, was inspired by a local legend and created in honor of the women who kept the Mezcal tradition alive during the 18th century, when the production of the spirit was banned by the Spanish crown for almost 100 years. Mezcal is one of the world’s most diverse and complex spirits, a notion that is reflected in everything from the type of agave plants used to make it to the different techniques employed in every step of its production. Grand Mezcal uses 100% agave espadin, one of the most prized agave varieties grown in the heartland of Oaxaca, to make La Escondida. Traditional methods produce earthy, smoky notes on the nose, while its smooth and balanced flavor, robustly absorbed from cooked agave, provides a long finish which is both strong and pleasant.