Erubiel Mota Martinez

Zapotitlán Lagunas, Oaxaca

The Maestro

Erubiel Mota Martinez, a third-generation master distiller from Zapotitlán Lagunas in the Silacayoapán district of Oaxaca's northern Mixteca region, carries forward a family legacy in agave spirit-making that began over a century ago with his grandmother, Ester, who pioneered the craft. Encouraged by his parents to pursue higher education, Erubiel attended college and became a Computer Science Engineer. In 2014, he returned to the family business, committed to continuing and preserving their rich heritage.
Erubiel Mota Martinez

The Process

Pit Oven

Pit Oven

Shredder

Shredder

Wood Fermented

Wood Fermented

Deep Well

Deep Well

Copper Pot

Copper Pot

Spirits by Erubiel Mota Martinez