About Pechuga Mezcal

About Pechuga Mezcal
A Pechuga Mezcal is an agave-based distillate produced in Mexico from any of 18 varieties of Maguey Agave and has a palate profile has been altered by the infusion of meats, vegetables, fruits, herbs, or spices. Pechuga Mezcal is a finished Mezcal that is redistilled with those local fruits, grains and nuts with a raw chicken breast, turkey, or corn hanging over the still, cooking in the vapors that emanate from it, allowing those to infuse into the Mezcal as well.

Top Picks for Pechuga Mezcal

Peloton de la Muerte Vegan Pechuga Mezcal
96 points
$44.99
A joyous, extroverted Mezcal with juicy fruit aromas, fresh green vegetal notes, and delicate hints of fragrant blossoms; an exceptionally balanced Mezcal for elegant cocktails and thoughtful sipping.
96 points $44.99
Salvadores 70 400 Destilado Con Elote Mezcal
94 points
$69
Exceptionally subtle for a flavored Mezcal; Daiquiri or Margarita doesn't matter as this will kill in a sour cocktail.
Mezcal Vago Mezcal Elote
93 points
$51
Sweet, smoky, and umami managerie of flavor that keeps pulling you in to try more even when you can't define it.
Montelobos Pechuga Blanco Mezcal
91 points
$0
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A dry, spicy and assertive Mezcal perfect for summer cocktails.
91 points $0 Best Buy
San Dimas Pechuga Blanco Mezcal
90 points
$48
Some really lovely and complex flavors and aromas that lead into a gentle overall palate.