Ilegal Mezcal has unveiled its latest innovation with the launch of Ilegal Reposado Caribbean Cask Finish.
Made in Oaxaca, Ilegal Reposado Caribbean Cask Finish begins with the brand’s reposado mezcal, which aged in American oak barrels for 4-6 months. The liquid is then transported to 215 barrels that previously aged 8-year Caribbean rum, where it is finished to taste for up to two months.
The final maturation in Caribbean casks infuses the spirit with notes of tropical fruit, warm spices and a hint of caramel sweetness and butterscotch, the company reports, meant to enhance the aged agave notes in Ilegal Reposado while creating a balance between the two barrel styles.
“We’ve always welcomed the challenge of what we can create in the mezcal category and are proud of the achievements we and our longtime palenque partners have made in aged mezcal,” says John Rexer, founder of Ilegal Mezcal. “Ilegal Caribbean Cask Finish takes our Reposado to a new place and speaks to the community blending spirit Ilegal was founded on, marrying the agave-forward character of Ilegal with the vibrant influence of Caribbean rum casks. We look forward to sharing with our fans far and wide.”
Ilegal Reposado Caribbean Rum Cask Finish rolls out at retailers and shop.ilegalmezcal.com for the suggested retail price of $49.99 per 750-ml. bottle. It will also be a part of a Oaxacan dinner series at Soho House locations.
