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    Mezcalero

    Chucho Sánchez

    Mezcalero, Mezcal Mal Bien (Family Palenque)

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    Portrait of Chucho Sánchez

    Portrait of Chucho Sánchez

    i. Biography

    Chucho Sánchez is a fourth-generation mezcalero producing agave spirits for Mezcal Mal Bien. He works out of his family palenque in San Baltazar Chichicapam, where he has been crafting mezcal.

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    FAQ

    Asked of Chucho

    • What is Chucho Sánchez's role at Mezcal Mal Bien?

      Chucho Sánchez is a fourth-generation mezcalero who produces mezcal at his family palenque in San Baltazar Chichicapam.

    • When did Chucho Sánchez begin his work at the family palenque?

      He has served as mezcalero at the palenque.

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