📰 The Wolfsden Dispatch- Issue #7

Gran Maizal Feature

Gran Maizal: A Legacy in Every Sip

At The Wolfsden, we believe your glass should tell a story—one that takes you beyond flavor to the fields, the hands, and the heritage that brought it there. That’s what Gran Maizal brings to the table.
Ancient Corn, Modern Whisky
Gran Maizal is a corn whisky distilled from ancient varieties native to Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula—most notably the deeply historic Nal T’eel lineage, one of the oldest recognized by science.
From Farm to Flask
Every ingredient is sourced from small-scale farmers to preserve biodiversity and traditional cultivation methods—ensuring that ancient maize varieties stay economically viable and culturally significant.
Artisanal Distillation Crafted with Purpose
Distilled on-site at Destilería La Víbora in Mérida, Yucatán, Gran Maizal is carefully crafted using copper pot stills and an in-house proprietary yeast. This method yields a clean yet expressive distillate that captures the true essence of maize.
Terracotta Rest for Authentic Balance
The whisky is then rested in porous handmade terracotta vessels—not oak barrels—to enhance aromatics and preserve the nuanced characteristics of nixtamalized corn. This approach balances wood and grain in a way only terracotta can.
Flavor That Speaks of Place
To finish, Gran Maizal is rested with Papantla vanilla pods and Almendra Blanca cacao nibs, layering gentle floral vanilla and nuanced cocoa bitterness over the natural sweetness of corn—resulting in a symphony of toasted grain, floral, and subtle bitter notes.
A Whisky That Honors Heritage
 Gran Maizal isn’t just a spirit—it’s a cultural artifact. Every sip carries five millennia of Mesoamerican maize tradition, transformed through sustainable farming, artisanal distillation, and careful finishing.

🥃 Wolfsden Campari Old Fashioned — Triple Citrus Simple Syrup (Oleo Method)

Ingredients:

• 2 ½ oz Gran Maizal Mexican Corn Whisky

• generous ½ oz Triple Citrus Simple Syrup — made using the Oleo Saccharum method

• Quick Short-form tutorial: https://youtube.com/shorts/L7wSv1NN1LI

• Full Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPqlwYojz08 

• ½ oz Campari

• 2 dashes Angostura bitters

• 1 dash orange bitters

• Garnish: Dehydrated orange wheel + a Luxardo or cocktail cherry. (if you are investing in a dehydrator for your home bar, you certainly don’t have to get one as big as this one linked above, but it is a beast, for sure.)

• Ice: Large clear ice cube

Method:

Add whisky and a generous ½ oz of Triple Citrus Syrup to a cocktail shaker.
This syrup isn’t just sweetener—it’s a burst of lemon, lime, and orange oils layered over rich turbinado sugar, giving the Old Fashioned a bright, summer-ready twist.

Fill with ice and shake hard for 10–15 seconds to marry the bold whisky with the vibrant citrus oils.

Double strain into a chilled rocks glass over a crystal-clear ice cube.
Float the Campari gently on top —letting that vivid red sit like a sunset over gold.

Finish with a few dashes of bitters directly on top, adding a spiced edge to the citrus aroma.

Garnish with a dehydrated orange wheel and a Luxardo or cocktail cherry for a final hit of color and texture.

🛠 Tools & Reading List for the Serious Home Bar

Bar Tools:

• Mixing Glass 

• Clear Ice Molds 

• Jigger 

• Mixing Spoon

• Dehydrator

The Oxford Companion to Spirits & Cocktails — At The Wolfsden, we consider this the ultimate reference guide for anyone passionate about drinks. Edited by David Wondrich and packed with contributions from world-class bartenders, historians, and spirits experts, it covers everything from distillation techniques and legendary brands to classic recipes and modern innovations. With over a thousand entries, it’s the definitive encyclopedia of the cocktail world and a cornerstone of our library.

Cocktail Codex — This book is a masterclass in clarity and creativity. Written by the team behind Death & Co., it breaks down every cocktail into six “root recipes”—the Old-Fashioned, Martini, Daiquiri, Sidecar, Highball, and Flip. From there, it shows how nearly every drink in existence can be traced back to these foundations. Both an instructional manual and a creative spark, it’s one of the most valuable guides we keep within reach at The Wolfsden.

• Liquid Intelligence — At The Wolfsden, this book is where science meets the shaker. Written by Dave Arnold, it explores the mechanics behind cocktails—temperature, dilution, carbonation, and even liquid nitrogen—while still offering techniques home bartenders can apply. It’s packed with experiments, recipes, and insights that push the boundaries of what a cocktail can be. For anyone who loves both precision and creativity, and who is not afraid of digging deep into science, this is definite recommended reading.

🐺🔥 The Wolfsden Outpost Spotlight — Fly the Colors!

The Wolfsden isn’t just a home bar — it’s a community, it is The Pack. And when you’re part of The Pack, you can wear it, carry it, and pour with it. Every piece of gear from The Wolfsden Outpost is built for real life, whether you’re mixing drinks in your kitchen, hauling supplies for a weekend party, or repping The Den halfway across the world. The shelves are getting stocked. Much more gear to arrive shortly!

Gear up with official Pack apparel and barware:

• Fly the Colors Hat

• Premium Hoodies

• T-Shirts

• Under Armour Backpack

• Tote Bags

• Coffee Mugs

• Water Bottles

When you Fly the Colors, you’re not just wearing merch — you’re helping keep the bottles stocked, the lights on, and the cameras rolling here at The Wolfsden.

🐺 Join The Pack! Fly the Colors!
 🤝 This Week’s Shout-Out

A massive Wolfsden thank-you to Ray Maas, his wife Melissa, and their incredible crew, who took The Wolfsden spirit on the high seas! All rocking the official Wolfsden shirts, they represented The Den proudly on their cruise — snapping this unforgettable shot.

Ray has been a longtime friend, and our families share a bond that runs deep. Seeing friends champion The Wolfsden on their adventures is a powerful reminder of why The Pack matters.💛 — because at its core, it’s about friends supporting friends, celebrating each other’s wins, and carrying that spirit wherever life takes us. Thank you very much for your support, it means a ton to us here at the Den! 🐺🍹

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• 🏕 The Wolfsden Outpost is open now!! — your one-stop spot for gear, merch, and exclusive Pack swag. You will be able to stock up and fly your colors, so keep your eyes on the trail for even more great inventory!

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