Montelobos Mezcal Pechuga is a rare, artisanal mezcal infused with the rich aromas of roasted agave, fruits, and spicestraditionally distilled with a unique pechuga (chicken breast) hang, delivering a complex, savory, and smoky experience.

47.9% ABV (95.8 Proof), 750ml

Montelobos Pechuga is made with agave Espadin. Before the third and final distillation, a turkey breast is suspended in the still and local fruits and spices are added to the distillate. Traditionally, a Pechuga mezcal like this is drunken at celebrations like weddings, quinceaeras, or other celebratory events.

Montelobos has business ties to William Grant & Sons, the makers of scotch whisky. Ivn Saldaa, who has a background in molecular plant biology, founded Montelobos Mezcal. Saldaa worked with two mezcal-producing families in Oaxaca and Puebla. The mezcal is popular inside Mexico and is also exported. Montelobos Mezcal is committed to sustainability and has pledged to never use wild agaves in their mezcal production.