Trading and distribution of Xiaman Mezcal, an artisanally produced agave spirit from Oaxaca
Xiaman Spirits GmbH
Wattens, ATNew on Amplifa
About Xiaman Spirits
Xiaman Spirits GmbH, based in Wattens in Tyrol, is a trading and distribution company for mezcal. The company distributes Xiaman Mezcal, a Mezcal Artesanal made from the blend (Ensamble) of the agave varieties Tepextate and Espadín from the Mexican state of Oaxaca, with an alcohol content of 44 % and in bottle sizes of 700 ml and 50 ml. Production follows the regulations of the Mezcal Regulatory Council using traditional artisanal methods. The company's history goes back to Hans-Peter Éder and Adriana Álvarez, who had previously founded the tequila brand Padre Azul; at the suggestion of Master Mezcalier Kim Albarrán, the path into the world of mezcal and the Xiaman brand emerged. The company is a member of the Tyrol Chamber of Commerce and operates in three languages (German, English, Spanish).
- Site
- Wattens
- Processes
- Trading and distribution of mezcal (700 ml and 50 ml bottles)
- Materials
- Tepextate agave, Espadín agave, Artisanal production
- Certificates
- Mezcal Regulatory Council (standard compliance)
- Industries
- Spirits/beverage trade
Raw Materials and Production Methods
Tepextate agave
Wild agave variety from Oaxaca and part of the Ensamble blend of Xiaman Mezcal.
Espadín agave
Second agave variety of the blend, traditionally roasted and processed together with Tepextate.
Artisanal production
Traditional, rule-based artisanal production in accordance with the standards of the Mezcal Regulatory Council.
Location
Wattens
ATAdministration and distribution (headquarters)
Products
Inside the production
Industries
Additional services
Quality and Standards
According to the manufacturer, Xiaman Mezcal complies with all standards of the Mezcal Regulatory Council and is sold as 100 % Mezcal Artesanal.
| Evidence | Wattens |
|---|---|
| Mezcal Regulatory Council (standard compliance) |
History
Before founding Xiaman, Hans-Peter Éder and Adriana Álvarez developed the tequila brand Padre Azul from 100 % Tequilana Weber agave.
At the suggestion of Master Mezcalier Kim Albarrán, following a journey through Oaxaca, the Xiaman Mezcal brand was created, a blend of Tepextate and Espadín agaves.