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Menjurje de Ancho Reyes Ancho Chile Liqueur

Menjurje de Ancho Reyes Ancho Chile Liqueur

Menjurje de Ancho Reyes is a rich, layered chile-liqueur from Puebla, Mexico, with 40% ABV. It delivers deep warmth of sun-dried ancho chile, balanced sweetness and spices (cocoa, cinnamon, tamarind), a touch of acidity, and a subtly smoky finish. It works well neat or chilled, but really comes alive in cocktails where its spice and complexity can shine.

Key Specs & Origins

Spec Detail
Brand / Producer Ancho Reyes (Casa Lumbre Spirits), Puebla, Mexico. 
Type / Category Chile liqueur (“menjurje” style) based on ancho chile (dried ripe poblano peppers) 
ABV / Proof 40% ABV (80 proof) 
Color / Appearance Deep bronze / brown hue, medium to rich body and viscosity 
Heritage / Recipe Based on a family “menjurje” recipe from Puebla, Mexico dating back to 1927; the flavor tradition comes from homemade tinctures made in local cantinas (bars) using ancho chile and other spices. 

Tasting Profile

Element Notes
Nose / Aroma Sun-dried ancho chile, smoky dried pepper, cocoa/bittersweet chocolate, hints of tamarind and wet wood, a touch of herbal notes, cinnamon. 
Palate / Taste Sweet entry (sugar, perhaps molasses or caramel), then chile heat emerges — pleasantly warm, not overpowering; spices (cinnamon, cocoa) accompany, some acidity to lift it; fruity undertones (plum, tamarind, apple), almond/wood, herbal nuance. 
Finish Lingering smoky heat from the chile, mild pepper burn, spice echoes, sweet & smoky aftertaste; balanced so the heat doesn’t dominate. 

What Makes it Special

  • Captures a traditional Mexican “menjurje” style: the idea of homemade chile tinctures from Puebla gives it authenticity. 

  • Good balance of sweet, smoky, spicy and fruity elements — not just heat, also depth and layers.

  • The ancho chile used is sun-dried (for the Original version), which helps develop rich, baking-spice type flavors rather than sharp raw heat. 

  • Versatility: works neat/chilled, but also excellent in cocktails that can use a chile kick or spice complexity (e.g. margaritas, old-fashioneds, mixed drinks needing a spicy-smoky element). 

Usage Suggestions & Cocktail Ideas

  • Serve neat or over ice: to appreciate the aroma and spice directly.

  • Cocktail ideas:
      - Spicy Margarita (swap part of the orange liqueur for Ancho Reyes)
      - Chile Old Fashioned (use as flavor enhancer with bourbon or aged tequila)
      - Spice & Chocolate Dessert Cocktail (pair with cream or chocolate liqueur)

  • Food pairing: Dark chocolate dessert; mole dishes; grilled meats; citrus-spiced or tamarind-based dishes; roasted nuts.

$14.00

Original: $40.00

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Menjurje de Ancho Reyes Ancho Chile Liqueur—

$40.00

$14.00

Menjurje de Ancho Reyes Ancho Chile Liqueur

Menjurje de Ancho Reyes is a rich, layered chile-liqueur from Puebla, Mexico, with 40% ABV. It delivers deep warmth of sun-dried ancho chile, balanced sweetness and spices (cocoa, cinnamon, tamarind), a touch of acidity, and a subtly smoky finish. It works well neat or chilled, but really comes alive in cocktails where its spice and complexity can shine.

Key Specs & Origins

Spec Detail
Brand / Producer Ancho Reyes (Casa Lumbre Spirits), Puebla, Mexico. 
Type / Category Chile liqueur (“menjurje” style) based on ancho chile (dried ripe poblano peppers) 
ABV / Proof 40% ABV (80 proof) 
Color / Appearance Deep bronze / brown hue, medium to rich body and viscosity 
Heritage / Recipe Based on a family “menjurje” recipe from Puebla, Mexico dating back to 1927; the flavor tradition comes from homemade tinctures made in local cantinas (bars) using ancho chile and other spices. 

Tasting Profile

Element Notes
Nose / Aroma Sun-dried ancho chile, smoky dried pepper, cocoa/bittersweet chocolate, hints of tamarind and wet wood, a touch of herbal notes, cinnamon. 
Palate / Taste Sweet entry (sugar, perhaps molasses or caramel), then chile heat emerges — pleasantly warm, not overpowering; spices (cinnamon, cocoa) accompany, some acidity to lift it; fruity undertones (plum, tamarind, apple), almond/wood, herbal nuance. 
Finish Lingering smoky heat from the chile, mild pepper burn, spice echoes, sweet & smoky aftertaste; balanced so the heat doesn’t dominate. 

What Makes it Special

  • Captures a traditional Mexican “menjurje” style: the idea of homemade chile tinctures from Puebla gives it authenticity. 

  • Good balance of sweet, smoky, spicy and fruity elements — not just heat, also depth and layers.

  • The ancho chile used is sun-dried (for the Original version), which helps develop rich, baking-spice type flavors rather than sharp raw heat. 

  • Versatility: works neat/chilled, but also excellent in cocktails that can use a chile kick or spice complexity (e.g. margaritas, old-fashioneds, mixed drinks needing a spicy-smoky element). 

Usage Suggestions & Cocktail Ideas

  • Serve neat or over ice: to appreciate the aroma and spice directly.

  • Cocktail ideas:
      - Spicy Margarita (swap part of the orange liqueur for Ancho Reyes)
      - Chile Old Fashioned (use as flavor enhancer with bourbon or aged tequila)
      - Spice & Chocolate Dessert Cocktail (pair with cream or chocolate liqueur)

  • Food pairing: Dark chocolate dessert; mole dishes; grilled meats; citrus-spiced or tamarind-based dishes; roasted nuts.

Product Information

Shipping & Returns

Description

Menjurje de Ancho Reyes is a rich, layered chile-liqueur from Puebla, Mexico, with 40% ABV. It delivers deep warmth of sun-dried ancho chile, balanced sweetness and spices (cocoa, cinnamon, tamarind), a touch of acidity, and a subtly smoky finish. It works well neat or chilled, but really comes alive in cocktails where its spice and complexity can shine.

Key Specs & Origins

Spec Detail
Brand / Producer Ancho Reyes (Casa Lumbre Spirits), Puebla, Mexico. 
Type / Category Chile liqueur (“menjurje” style) based on ancho chile (dried ripe poblano peppers) 
ABV / Proof 40% ABV (80 proof) 
Color / Appearance Deep bronze / brown hue, medium to rich body and viscosity 
Heritage / Recipe Based on a family “menjurje” recipe from Puebla, Mexico dating back to 1927; the flavor tradition comes from homemade tinctures made in local cantinas (bars) using ancho chile and other spices. 

Tasting Profile

Element Notes
Nose / Aroma Sun-dried ancho chile, smoky dried pepper, cocoa/bittersweet chocolate, hints of tamarind and wet wood, a touch of herbal notes, cinnamon. 
Palate / Taste Sweet entry (sugar, perhaps molasses or caramel), then chile heat emerges — pleasantly warm, not overpowering; spices (cinnamon, cocoa) accompany, some acidity to lift it; fruity undertones (plum, tamarind, apple), almond/wood, herbal nuance. 
Finish Lingering smoky heat from the chile, mild pepper burn, spice echoes, sweet & smoky aftertaste; balanced so the heat doesn’t dominate. 

What Makes it Special

  • Captures a traditional Mexican “menjurje” style: the idea of homemade chile tinctures from Puebla gives it authenticity. 

  • Good balance of sweet, smoky, spicy and fruity elements — not just heat, also depth and layers.

  • The ancho chile used is sun-dried (for the Original version), which helps develop rich, baking-spice type flavors rather than sharp raw heat. 

  • Versatility: works neat/chilled, but also excellent in cocktails that can use a chile kick or spice complexity (e.g. margaritas, old-fashioneds, mixed drinks needing a spicy-smoky element). 

Usage Suggestions & Cocktail Ideas

  • Serve neat or over ice: to appreciate the aroma and spice directly.

  • Cocktail ideas:
      - Spicy Margarita (swap part of the orange liqueur for Ancho Reyes)
      - Chile Old Fashioned (use as flavor enhancer with bourbon or aged tequila)
      - Spice & Chocolate Dessert Cocktail (pair with cream or chocolate liqueur)

  • Food pairing: Dark chocolate dessert; mole dishes; grilled meats; citrus-spiced or tamarind-based dishes; roasted nuts.