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Montelobos

Pechuga Mezcal

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Montelobos Pechuga is a premium artisanal mezcal made from organically cultivated Espadín agave in Oaxaca, Mexico, following the traditional pechuga style reserved for special celebrations. The spirit undergoes a third distillation with turkey breast, seasonal fruits, and carefully selected spices, resulting in a complex aromatic profile while maintaining the characteristic balance of agave sweetness and subtle smoke. The agave is roasted in underground stone pit ovens, crushed with a traditional tahona stone wheel, naturally fermented in open wooden vats, and distilled in copper stills heated by firewood. This expression pays tribute to Oaxaca’s mezcal-making traditions while offering a contemporary interpretation of the historic pechuga style. It displays a crystal-clear appearance with pearlescent reflections, aromas of orange peel, candied pumpkin, and nutmeg, and flavors of tropical fruit, roasted almonds, and maple honey. Bottled at 43.2% ABV, Montelobos Pechuga is intended to be enjoyed neat, allowing its rich complexity and layered character to be fully appreciated.

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Montelobos
Est. 2010
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Montelobos is a Mexican artisanal mezcal producer founded in 2010 in the state of Oaxaca with the aim of combining traditional mezcal-making techniques with a modern scientific approach to agave cultivation and quality control. The brand was established by botanist and agave expert Iván Saldaña together with fifth-generation mezcalero Don Abel López Mateos, who developed a production process focused on preserving authentic methods and promoting sustainable resource management. Montelobos uses organically grown agave, whose hearts are roasted in underground stone pits, crushed with a traditional tahona stone wheel, naturally fermented in open wooden vats, and double-distilled in copper stills heated by firewood. This production method preserves the distinctive balance of agave sweetness, smoky notes, and herbal aromas for which Montelobos is known. Today, Montelobos is recognized as a premium mezcal brand on the international market and is part of the Casa Lumbre portfolio, which later became part of the Campari Group.

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