Novel Spirts

Work with the Bacanora specialists Novel Spirits founder Mel Abert is an expert in Bacanora, with the knowledge needed to bring the best products to the right markets. Entering eight Bacanora brands in the International Spirits Challenge 2019, each one came back with awards. The success of these spirits inspired the ISC to add an entirely new category for agave spirits with the ISC personally thanking Mel for introducing them to this unique type of mezcal. As a result, Novel Spirits was named “Agave Spirit Producer of the Year”, beating global heavyweights Stoli Group and Beam Suntory. Get in touch to find out how you can stock bacanora in your bar or store, offering something new to adventurous drinkers and separating yourself from the competition. Novel Spirits is the ONLY importer of the Bacanora in the UK and Europe. We work with: Pascola Bacanora 314 Huellas Bacanora El Real Bacanora Fariseos Bacanora Amorcito Corazon Cream Bacanora Discover a unique mezcal once lost to the world Smooth and alluring Bacanora is a type of mezcal uniquely produced in the dry and arid Mexican state of Sonora. With 300 years of history to its name, the story of Bacanora was originally as harsh as the lands that grow it. Banned in the early 1900s by Sonora state’s religious governor, producers risked their lives if they were caught. Only in 1992, a century after its prohibition, would the ban be lifted and this rich tradition brought back to life. Bacanora now presents an exciting prospect for consumers. It is: A mezcal for today’s connoisseurs Bacanora’s flavour profile and history tap into the greater mezcal consumer’s desire for a spirit that not only mixes well, but has an alluring story and craft-focused method behind it.