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A pechuga mezcal from the Guerrero region of Mexico, this expression from Peloton de la Muerte is made with roasted agave and infused with citrus and cooked agave during distillation. The pechuga category, traditionally built around a copper pot still run that includes a "breast" (pechuga) of chicken or other protein in the still, creates a distinctly creamy, savory undertone that sets it apart from standard mezcal production.
Expect the interplay of bright citrus against the deeper, earthier notes that come from the agave roasting and the unique pechuga still run. The result drinks with a rounded mouthfeel and layered complexity, balancing the herbal and smoky backbone of mezcal with the softness that the pechuga method imparts. Sip it neat or over ice to let the full range of flavors emerge.