The Spirits of Mexico You’ve (Probably) Never Tried
Why We’re Sourcing the Rare, the Wild, and the Absolutely Delicious at Sonora
At Sonora Potts Point, we talk a lot about tequila and mezcal. They’re iconic—and we love them. But recently, we’ve been asking a new question:
What else is out there?
Turns out, the answer is… a lot. Mexico is producing world-class whisky, rum, gin, vodka, and liqueurs—many of which barely make it outside the country, let alone to Australia.
We’ve started sourcing these bottles. Some are already behind the bar. Others are on their way. Every single one has a story—and a flavour—you’ve likely never tasted before.
This is where the next chapter in Mexican spirits begins.
🌽 Where It All Starts: Corn, Cane & Craft
Abasolo Mexican Corn Whisky – Estado de México
The story of Abasolo starts with heirloom Cacahuazintle corn, grown at altitude and processed using nixtamalization—an ancient Aztec technique that unlocks deep, roasted flavours. It’s nutty, smooth, and unmistakably corn-forward. Not just whisky with a Mexican accent—this is Mexico in a glass.
You’ll taste: roasted corn, popcorn, vanilla, oak
👉 Learn more at Abasolo
Prieto y Prieta Maíz de Oaxaca
A tiny-batch corn whisky from Oaxaca, Prieto y Prieta is harder to find than a piñata at a mezcaleria. It’s funky, slightly smoky, and wild—made in the spirit of ancestral mezcal, but with maize as the star.
Think: toasted grain, clay, fresh hay, and a bit of chaos
🌀 We’re working on bringing this one in—stay tuned.
Nixta Licor de Elote – Estado de México
From the same distillers as Abasolo comes this corn-based liqueur that tastes like dessert tamales and spiced custard. Pour it over ice, spike your coffee, or mix a Nixta Sour. Corn never tasted so elegant.
You’ll taste: caramel, elote, vanilla, sweet tortilla
🌽 Explore Nixta
🥃 Rums with Soul (and Zero Pirate Gimmicks)
Casa D’Aristi Coconut Rum – Yucatán
This isn’t your sugary beach bar rum. It’s made from fresh young coconut water, distilled with respect for natural flavour. Clean, pure, and whispering tropical notes—it’s how rum should taste.
Made by Casa D’Aristi, one of the most respected liqueur houses in Yucatán.
Paranubes Aguardiente de Caña – Oaxaca
This one is wild—literally. Made from fermented raw sugarcane juice and left open to the mountain air, Paranubes is raw, briny, and funky in all the best ways. It tastes alive.
You’ll taste: olive brine, green banana, smoky cane
🌱 Learn more
Uruapan Charanda Rum – Michoacán
Charanda is Mexico’s answer to Caribbean-style rum—except it’s got terroir. Uruapan distills from both molasses and cane juice, giving you a balance of sugar, fruit, and fire.
You’ll taste: plum, burnt sugar, cinnamon, clove
🛑 Protected origin status—it’s that legit.
Ron Prohibido – Veracruz
Sweet, spicy, and rich, this solera-aged rum was once banned by the Spanish crown for being too good. It’s indulgent, complex, and perfect over ice with a twist of orange peel.
You’ll taste: raisin, molasses, bitter orange, spice
🍊 Ron Prohibido Official
🌿 Mexico Makes Gin Too—And It’s Wildly Good
Katún Gin – Yucatán
Crafted by Casa D’Aristi with jungle botanicals like allspice, bitter orange, and ramón nut, Katún is warm, complex, and herbal—like walking through a Mayan spice market.
You’ll taste: green herbs, citrus peel, exotic spice
🔗 Katún Gin
Luna de Flor – Vodka & Gin from Mexico’s First Women-Owned Distillery
Corn-based vodka with a silky finish and a botanical gin made with Mexican citrus and herbs—Luna de Flor is led by one of Mexico’s boldest female-founded teams. We love the story. And the spirit.
💪 We’re working on importing this now. Female-led and worth the wait.
🔗 Luna de Flor
Perro Desterrado Craft Gin – CDMX
Small-batch, slightly floral, and impossibly rare—this gin feels like it was made in someone’s garage in the best way. Soft lavender, fresh citrus, and bold juniper. If you spot it behind the bar, act fast.
MG Mezcal Gin – Oaxaca
Mezcal base. Gin botanicals. Oaxaca smoke meets London dry. This hybrid gin is complex, smoky, and made for a mezcal negroni.
🫧 Mezcal + juniper = magic
🎯 Nearly impossible to source—expect a tiny drop at Sonora soon.
🌸 Mayan Liqueurs from Yucatán’s Oldest Distillers
Casa D’Aristi Xtabentún
Made with anise, honey, and fermented flower nectar, Xtabentún is an ancient Mayan liqueur that tastes like absinthe’s tropical cousin. Used in Mayan ceremonies and still made with local Yucatán honey.
You’ll taste: aniseed, chamomile, honeyed flowers
📖 Learn about Xtabentún
Huana Mayan Guanábana Rum Liqueur
This is sunshine in a glass. Made with fresh guanábana (soursop) and rum, Huana is fruity, soft, and tropical with a creamy finish. It’s one of those spirits you sip once—and never forget.
🥭 Still in the pipeline—but we’re trying hard to get it here.
🟢 From the same legends at Casa D’Aristi
☕ Kahlúa – The OG Mexican Coffee Liqueur
Made in Veracruz from Mexican coffee and sugarcane rum, Kahlúa is probably the most famous Mexican spirit of all—and the one most people forget is actually Mexican.
We keep a bottle chilled. Always.
🍹 Why We Do This
We’re not building a bar. We’re building a collection.
A collection of flavours you’ve never tasted and stories you’ve never heard—from women-led gin projects to 18th-century banned rums.
Getting them here isn’t easy. Some bottles are only produced in hundreds per year. Importing is a headache. But we do it because this is the next wave of modern Mexican drinking—and it deserves a home in Australia.
Want to taste what’s next?
📍 Visit Sonora Potts Point
🍸 Ask for a custom spirit flight
📬 Join our list for rare bottle events
📷 Follow us on Instagram
❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Rare Mexican Spirits at Sonora
🥃 Are all these spirits available at Sonora right now?
Some are already behind the bar—others are on the way. We’re building this collection bottle by bottle. If you’re looking for something specific (like mezcal gin or Xtabentún), just ask our team—we’ll let you know what’s landed and what’s in the pipeline.
🇲🇽 Are these spirits actually made in Mexico?
Yes. All of them are produced in Mexico—often by small-scale, family-owned, or independent distilleries. These are real, regionally inspired spirits made with local corn, cane, fruit, and botanicals—not “Mexican-style” spirits made elsewhere.
🌎 Why are they so hard to find in Australia?
Because most of these producers:
- Don’t have large-scale international distribution
- Make tiny quantities (some under 500 cases/year)
- Aren’t well-known outside of Mexico—yet
That’s what makes tasting them at Sonora so special. It’s not just about what’s on the shelf—it’s about what you can’t find anywhere else.
🍸 Can I try them in cocktails or as a flight?
Definitely. We love building custom flights based on flavour, region, or spirit category (like a corn whisky trio or Yucatán botanical set). Or ask for a cocktail featuring something rare—you won’t find these on other lists.
🔥 Is this just hype—or are these actually good?
They’re really good. We’ve taste-tested everything personally. Each bottle we source balances craftsmanship, flavour, and story. Some are elegant, some are wild—but all of them belong on a world-class backbar.
📦 Can I buy a bottle?
Not through us—but we’re happy to point you to local importers like Agave Lux, Mextrade, or give you a heads-up when something is available to order. Some may only be available for on-premise pouring.
🍹 How do I keep up with what’s new behind the bar?
Follow us on Instagram, join our mailing list, or just drop in and ask. We often rotate bottles in and out depending on what we can get—and what we’re loving.
