
Oaxacan Red Clay Mezcal Copitas Tasting Set with or without Sal de Gusano (Agave Worm Salt)
Set includes four red clay mezcal copitas, one pinch bowl for salt and one red clay plate. The 50g bottle of Sal de Gusano (agave worm salt) is optional.These artisan made red clay products are made by a cooperative of women living in San Marcos Tlapazola, Oaxaca, Mexico. San Marcos Tlapazola is a rural Zapotec village of about 1,100 people about an hour outside of Oaxaca City, Mexico. For 20 generations, the village has specialized in making cookware and tableware out of the red clay found in that region by the potters who are all women.Red clay products are made using traditional methods and are not chemically sealed. Clay is porous and will absorb any liquid that it comes in contact with, especially since they are unglazed. For best results (and to enjoy traditionally), please soak the glasses in water for a minute or two before using. By soaking them in water, it will prevent them from absorbing the mezcal and will also keep your drink cool.To really appreciate mezcal, it’s best