XTA Liqueur (ISH-ta) is a modern expression of a traditional Mayan drink that is made from the nectar of the Xtabentum (ISH-ta_BEN-toon) flower that is native only to Yucatan.
Casa D’Aristi creates the exclusive honey by maintaining hives of stingless bees, a key tradition of the Mayan people in the Yucatan. XTA availability is limited by the small amount of Mayan honey created each year. After careful fermentation of the honey along with the finest anisette from Mexico, the ingredients are macerated in superior, Mexican rum that serves to intensify the naturally rich flavours. The high quality ingredients and the meticulous care in production culminate in an exotic spirit like no other, and a true rarity in the marketplace.
XTA Liqueur leads with rich anise followed by traces of honey, dark chocolate cake and orange marmalade. On the palate, a light syrup texture and a rich flavour that opens with fresh anise and overtones of minty freshness. Waves of honey and juicy orange are followed with underlying anise throughout. The anise follows through to the finish with lingering dryness balanced with honey creaminess.
XTA Liqueur is an award winning liquer, including silver medal at the Los Angeles International Spirits Competition 2015.