Raicilla · THE BOOK OF HERITAGE
Maximiliana
Agave maximiliana
Lechuguilla · Manso · Tecolote
A reference for exploring highland raicilla. The plant’s name opens the conversation, but the experience of a bottle also depends on its production environment and the craft of its maker.
Botanical passport
- Reference territories
- Western Mexico · Jalisco highlands
- Recognising its appearance
- Broad leaves with teeth of different sizes.
- Reproduction and continuity
- Seed.
- An important distinction
- Lechuguilla is a shared name: it is not enough to identify a species.
The photograph guides observation; identifying a batch requires producer documentation.
From knowledge to your selection.
If you are seeking an expression for your venue or a comparative tasting, Javier can help turn these questions into a specific enquiry. Expressions and availability are confirmed by enquiry.
Botanical reference
CONABIO · Diversidad de magueyes ↗Photo credits and licences
Botanical reference images; they do not represent inventory or partner producers. Display fitted to the page layout.
Agave maximiliana · Consultaplantas · CC BY-SA 4.0
ACHKA · Reference edition · 30.10.2026