El Cristiano Debuts Mezcal Joven, Honoring Oaxacan Tradition and Expanding Its Award-Winning Agave Spirits Line

For Immediate Release: (San Luis del Río, Oaxaca / Los Angeles, CA) – El Cristiano proudly announces the debut of its Additive-Free Mezcal, a tribute to Oaxacan tradition and craftsmanship. Hand made in the same style of over a 100 years, in the village of San Luis del Río, this artisanal spirit begins with Espadín agave, cultivated for over five years in the highlands of Oaxaca and only harvested when mature. The agave is slow-roasted in wood-fired earthen pits, naturally fermented with wild yeast in pinewood tanks, and double-distilled in copper pot stills—resulting in a Mezcal that is complex in taste, combining the sweetness of ripe Espadin with the green and vegetal flavors derived from the terrier of the town of San Luis del Rio, 3000 feet above sea level and right next to Rio Grande; the water from which is used distil it, and the smoky flavor associated with Mezcal.

El Cristiano was founded with the aim of producing high-quality agave spirits using traditional methods and no additives. The brand emphasizes transparency, sustainability and community support, positioning itself as a values-driven producer in the premium spirits market. Its name reflects a guiding principle of integrity and accountability in both production and business practices. 

At 44% ABV, the new Mezcal by El Cristiano speaks with quiet intensity—roasted agave, black pepper, a flash of citrus, and a clean, smooth finish. The smoke is gentle, textured like memory, not fire. Bold, pure, and impossibly smooth. This is Mezcal, the Original Rebel, Redefined, and continues to deliver on the brand’s mission of Purity, Passion, Purpose.

Quote from Founder Karan Khanna: 

“Bringing Mezcal into the El Cristiano family was a natural next step. We’ve always been about celebrating the very best of agave spirits, and this Mezcal represents our passion for authentic, time-honored methods and bold, soulful flavor.”

Already a favorite among high-profile venues, acclaimed restaurants, premier hospitality destinations, and national retailers, El Cristiano Tequila is redefining the standard for premium tequila. Distilled and crafted in Arandas, in the heart of Jalisco’s Los Altos highlands, El Cristiano is committed to purity, quality, and transparency — proudly producing tequila that is completely Additive Free.

Driven by the values of Purity, Passion, and Purpose, the brand’s mission is to create the world’s most delicious agave spirits, with a focus on both Tequila and Mezcal, honoring tradition while raising the bar for excellence.

El Cristiano is committed to creating meaningful jobs, fair wages, and long-term opportunities for its team — many of whom are second- and third-generation agave artisans. By supporting families in Jalisco’s highlands and investing in education and benefits, the brand strengthens both tradition and community.

Founded by a close group of friends with over 40 years of industry experience, El Cristiano is more than a spirit — it’s a celebration of Mexican heritage, craftsmanship, and the shared passion of the El Cristiano Familia.

What truly sets El Cristiano apart is its unwavering commitment to community. Beyond crafting additive-free tequila, the brand actively invests in the regions that nurture its agave.

Through Fundación El Cristiano, the company supports several impactful initiatives:

• Casa Hogar Francisco Javier “Padre Charly” in Tepatitlán, Jalisco: Recognizing the orphanage's limited resources, El Cristiano donated 60 laptops to enhance educational opportunities for the children .
• Casa Hogar Portal de Belén del Niño Jesús in Arandas, Jalisco: This orphanage, home to approximately 38 children aged 3 months to 18 years, has benefited from monthly donations, essential supplies like baby formula and school materials, and a recent contribution of 20 laptops to support the children's education .
• Public Schools in Oaxaca: Acknowledging the educational challenges in indigenous communities, El Cristiano provided 10 laptops to two schools in the mountainous regions of Oaxaca, aiming to bridge the digital divide in addition to many other needs the children and women of this city where the Mezcal comes from.
• CIDEA (Centro Integral de Desarrollo Especial Arandense): Supporting individuals with various disabilities, El Cristiano donated time, money and resources to improve the center's administrative operations, enhancing its ability to serve the community effectively .

These initiatives reflect El Cristiano's deeper mission: to give back to the communities integral to its tequila production. From the children of Arandas to the heart of the Jalisco Highlands, the foundation focuses on education, youth development, and supporting families in need.

El Cristiano's traditional process has been perfected over generations with zero additives and a commitment to sustainable agriculture. Their tequila has already developed a loyal following amongst popular, well-respected restaurants, hotels, membership clubs and venues as well as retailers in California, Nevada, Georgia, Colorado, Michigan, New York and Florida, as well as Australia and India.