Sean and Candy from O’Kahan Agave went live on Facebook last week to talk about mezcal, O’Kahan and the GoFundMe. If you missed it, you can still watch it out here: https://www.facebook.com/1357596033/videos/509349184811679 We really appreciate everyone who joined in and watched and asked questions! Our GoFundMe is located here: https://gofund.me/e508e20f
Category: Our Story
Be Part of the O’Kahan Agave Launch!
O’Kahan Agave is the unity of Irish and Mexican spirits through El Aqua de Vida…Mezcal. After 31 years in the US Army Special Forces, I retired and found another passion…my own Mezcal Brand. My name is Sean, join me on my Mezcal journey. To jump start that journey, we’ve started a GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/e508e20f What the […]
How to Smoke a Cocktail
You may think mezcal is smoky enough, but actually smoking the drink mellows it out a bit and produces a surprisingly smooth smoky cocktail. We started with a mezcal Old Fashioned and used oak chips in the smoker for this one. You can find cocktail smoking kits on Amazon for $25 and up. They come […]
7 Different Types of Mezcal
Mezcal’s rich diversity stems from the variety of agave species used, the region of production, and the methods employed by the producers. There are so many little things that can affect the flavor of mezcal, that each bottling can produce subtle differences in taste. Types of Mezcal and Agave Here are seven different types of […]
The Meaning of O’Kahan
Every brand has a story, and ours is developing day-by-day. We’re documenting our story of building a brand from the very start. Read on to learn about the significance of the name O’kahan and how that became our brand name. Sean explains how O’kahan Agave got its name: There is a saying in the Special […]
The Process of Creating a Logo
Creating a company logo and brand label takes a lot of mind bending. To me a logo and a brand label should have personal significance. I already had a bottle label idea, but the O’Kahan LLC logo didn’t come together until my trip to Oaxaca, Mexico. There were two particular images I kept seeing around […]
A Week in Oaxaca
Sean recently spent a week in Oaxaca, Mexico exploring the area and meeting the Maestro Mezcalero (master distiller), Jimador (Agave harvester) and the Producer of the Mezcal for O’Kahan Agave. At the Palengue (Mezcal Distillery) he participated in the agave roasting portion of the distillation process. These pictures from the trip show portions of the […]
Copitas de Mezcal: A Traditional Way to Enjoy Mezcal
Copitas de mezcal are small, shallow cups traditionally used for sipping mezcal, a distilled alcoholic beverage made from agave. These cups play a significant role in the mezcal drinking culture, emphasizing the spirit’s artisanal roots and enhancing the overall tasting experience. The Tradition of Copitas The use of copitas in mezcal tasting is deeply rooted […]
Perfect Pairings for Mezcal: Elevating Your Tasting Experience
Mezcal, with its smoky and complex flavor profile, is a versatile spirit that pairs beautifully with a variety of foods. From traditional Mexican dishes to modern culinary creations, the right pairing can enhance the tasting experience and highlight the unique characteristics of mezcal. Here are some delightful pairings to consider: Traditional Mexican Pairings Tacos Carnitas […]