La Higuera Sotol Cedrosanum, crafted by Master Sotolero Gerardo Ruelas in Aldama, Chihuahua, is a premium spirit embodying traditional sotol production's essence. This artisanal beverage undergoes a meticulous process to ensure the highest quality and capture the region's unique flavors.
To create Cedrosanum, mature sotol plants are carefully selected and cooked in an outdoor conical oven, using wood and rocks as fuel. The cooked plants are then milled by hand using axes, preserving the authenticity of the craftsmanship. The resulting fibers are naturally fermented in large 1,000-liter pine vats, where wild yeasts work their magic, contributing to the complex flavor profile.
After fermentation, the sotol is double distilled in copper alembic stills, a method that allows for the separation and purification of the spirit. This traditional distillation process further refines the flavors, enhancing the overall quality of the final product.