Banhez Destilado de Mango – 90 Proof (45% ABV) | 750ml

Tropical, expressive, and made entirely from ripe Mexican fruit, Banhez Destilado de Mango is a limited-production fruit spirit crafted from 100% second-bloom Ataúlfo mangoes from the coast of Oaxaca, Mexico. Rather than flavoring an existing mezcal with mango, Banhez ferments the fruit itself for seven days in traditional wooden tinas before distilling it over an open-flame refrescadora still. Bottled at 45% ABV (90 proof) in a 750ml bottle, the result captures the sweet, funky, and distinctly tropical character of ripe Ataúlfo mango in a unique Oaxacan fruit distillate.

Key Details

Spirit Type: Fruit Distillate

Style: Destilado de Fruta

Fruit: 100% Second-Bloom Ataúlfo Mangoes

Fruit Origin: Coast of Oaxaca, Mexico

Fermentation: 7 Days

Fermentation Vessel: Traditional Wooden Tinas

Fermentation Type: Wild Fermentation

Distillation: Open-Flame Refrescadora Still

Alcohol Content: 45% ABV (90 Proof)

Bottle Size: 750ml

Profile: Ripe Mango • Tropical Fruit • Sweet • Funky • Fruity

Process & Production

Banhez Destilado de Mango begins with 100% second-bloom Ataúlfo mangoes sourced from the coast of Oaxaca.

Unlike a flavored mezcal or mango liqueur, the mango itself provides the fermentable material used to create the spirit. Banhez describes its Destilados de Frutas as similar in concept to a brandy or eau-de-vie, with the spirits produced entirely from Mexican-grown fruit.

The ripe mangoes undergo wild fermentation for seven days in traditional wooden tinas.

Wild fermentation allows naturally occurring microorganisms to transform the sugars in the fruit into alcohol while helping develop the distinctive aromatic character of the fermented mango.

After fermentation, the mango is distilled over an open-flame refrescadora still, a style of still also used by Banhez in its mezcal production.

The finished fruit distillate is bottled at 45% ABV (90 proof).

Appearance

Clear and bright, despite being produced entirely from ripe Ataúlfo mangoes.

Because the spirit is distilled rather than presented as a sweetened mango liqueur, it maintains the clear appearance characteristic of an unaged fruit distillate.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Intensely fruity and aromatic with the unmistakable character of ripe Ataúlfo mango, accompanied by tropical sweetness and lightly funky fermented-fruit notes.

Palate: Expressive and fruit-driven with fresh mango and tropical fruit character, balancing natural fruit sweetness with the structure and warmth of a 90-proof distilled spirit.

Finish: Lingering and tropical with continued ripe mango, sweet fruit, and gently funky notes.

What Makes It Special

The most important distinction with Banhez Destilado de Mango is how the mango character is created.

This is not mezcal infused or flavored with mango.

Instead, the spirit itself is produced from 100% mangoes, placing it closer conceptually to a traditional fruit brandy or eau-de-vie.

Banhez produces its Destilados de Frutas during Oaxaca's rainy season, when the surrounding fields are abundant with ripe fruit and mezcal production traditionally slows at the palenques.

This seasonal opportunity allows members of the Banhez cooperative to work with locally available fruits and apply their fermentation and distillation knowledge beyond agave.

For the Mango expression, maestros Eutimio Coronado, Willy Garcia, Manuel Cuevas, and Marcelino Martinez collaborated to transform second-bloom Ataúlfo mangoes from Oaxaca's coast into the finished spirit.

The mangoes are fermented naturally for seven days and distilled using an open-flame refrescadora still, bringing techniques associated with traditional Oaxacan distillation to a completely different raw ingredient.

The result is a limited-production spirit built around the flavor and aroma of mango itself rather than added mango flavoring.

How to Enjoy

Banhez Destilado de Mango is particularly interesting enjoyed neat at room temperature, where its ripe mango and fermented-fruit aromas can develop fully.

Pour a small serving into a tasting glass and allow it to rest briefly before drinking. Take small sips to explore the transition from fresh tropical fruit into the more complex and slightly funky characteristics created during wild fermentation.

It can also be served slightly chilled for a brighter and more refreshing presentation.

For cocktails, its concentrated fruit character can add a distinctive mango component without relying on a sweet mango syrup or liqueur. It can work particularly well alongside fresh citrus, sparkling water, herbal ingredients, or other tropical fruits.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the alcohol content of Banhez Destilado de Mango?

Banhez currently lists Destilado de Mango at 45% ABV (90 proof).

Is Banhez Destilado de Mango a mezcal?

No. Banhez Destilado de Mango is a fruit distillate rather than mezcal. Banhez describes its Destilados de Frutas as spirits similar to brandy or eau-de-vie.

Is Banhez Destilado de Mango made with agave?

No. The spirit is made from 100% fruit, specifically second-bloom Ataúlfo mangoes.

What type of mango is used?

Banhez uses second-bloom Ataúlfo mangoes sourced from the coast of Oaxaca, Mexico.

Is mango added to Banhez mezcal to make this product?

No. This is not simply mango added to an existing mezcal. The mangoes themselves are fermented and distilled to create the spirit.

How is Banhez Destilado de Mango fermented?

The mangoes undergo wild fermentation for seven days in traditional wooden tinas.

How is Banhez Destilado de Mango distilled?

Following fermentation, the spirit is distilled over an open-flame refrescadora still, similar to the equipment used by Banhez for mezcal production.

Who makes Banhez Destilado de Mango?

This release was created through the collaboration of UPADEC maestros Eutimio Coronado, Willy Garcia, Manuel Cuevas, and Marcelino Martinez.

What does Banhez Destilado de Mango taste like?

Banhez describes the expression as capturing the character of a Mexican mango at peak ripeness, with a profile that is sweet, funky, and tropical.

Is Banhez Destilado de Mango a liqueur?

No. It is a distilled fruit spirit, not a conventional sweetened mango liqueur.

What size bottle is this?

This listing includes one 750ml bottle of Banhez Destilado de Mango.

Pricing & Availability

This listing includes one 750ml bottle of Banhez Destilado de Mango, made from 100% second-bloom Ataúlfo mangoes and bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV). Available now while supplies last.

Brand Story

Banhez is owned and operated by the families of the U.P.A.D.E.C. cooperative in Ejutla, Oaxaca. Members of the cooperative participate throughout production, from growing and harvesting ingredients to distillation, bottling, and packaging.

While Banhez is best known for mezcal, its Destilados de Frutas project gives cooperative members an opportunity to explore another side of Oaxaca's agricultural abundance.

During the rainy season, when mezcal production slows and local fruit reaches peak ripeness, the maestros use their knowledge of natural fermentation and traditional distillation to create limited quantities of spirits made entirely from fruit.

Banhez Destilado de Mango showcases this approach through second-bloom Ataúlfo mangoes from Oaxaca's coast. Wild fermentation in wooden tinas and open-flame refrescadora distillation transform the fruit into a 90-proof spirit that captures the tropical character of ripe Mexican mango in a distinctly Oaxacan expression.