Vanguard Luxury Brands has just added Ilegal mezcal to its range. “Mezcal is a really hot category and bartenders love this brand so it’s a perfect fit,”  said James France of Vanguard.
 
Steve Myers, creator and owner of the Ilegal brand commented, “Ilegal has been available in Australia for a few years now but we got to the point where we needed national distribution.  We chose Vanguard because they are a national company with strong connections in the best bars across Australia.”
 
 
Ilegal Mezcal is a beautifully balanced vintage mezcal from in Tlacolula, Oaxaca Mexico.  It is made by a fourth generation mezcalero and his family using 500 year old methods.  It is reasonably priced and has three expressions: 
 
Joven:  a perfect balance of espadin agave and light smoke.  Deep agave aromas.  Hints of baked apple and white pepper.  Lingering heat and sweet agave throughout.
 
Reposado:  aged for four months in new American oak.  Caramelised pear on the nose, agave, butterscotch and vanilla on the palate.  A light fruit finish  Velvety smokiness throughout.
 
Anejo:  Aged for 13 months in a combination of French oak and American oak.  Maple, clove and bitter orange aromas.  Dark chocolate and sweet agave on the palate.   Hint of chilli.  Rounded, rich and full.
 
Ilegal is available in 6 x 750ml size.  Contact James France at Vanguard on 1300 DRINKS or james@vanguardluxurybrands.com www.vanguardluxurybrands.com 
 
Please see www.ilegalmezcal.com for more brand information.

 

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