Oaxaca's Ritual Salt for Mezcal, Cocktails & Food
Authentic Sal de Gusano & Sal de Chapulin
Made in Oaxaca, enjoyed around the table.
Bring smoky, savory Oaxacan flavor to the glass and the plate. Don Catrin finishing salts are crafted for mezcal rituals, cocktail rims, citrus, grilled food, micheladas, margaritas, and curious tables. New to the ritual? Explore our worm salt recipes.
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Worm Salt
Worm salt or Sal de Gusano is a traditional spice in Oaxacan cuisine. Made from dried chilis, roasted and ground agave worms, and salt. This is the perfect match for agave spirits like Mezcal and Tequila. Also, a great rimmer for micheladas, margaritas and cocktails.
Grasshopper Salt
Flavorful seasoning made in Oaxaca with wild grasshoppers, a mix of chiles, salt and lime. The best way to pair mezcal, tequila and sotol. This gourmet salt can be used to season tacos, meats, fish, salads, fruits and veggies.
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