Montelobos Pechuga Mezcal

The most premium expression from Montelobos.

Montelobos or should we say, Mountain of Wolves, was founded in 2011 by Iván Saldaña. A molecular plant biologist AND distiller, Saldaña got in cahoots with 5th generation Mezcalero Don Abel Lopez to make Mezcal in the right way – the traditional, artisanal way, of course. Producing Mezcal the same way it has been made for the last 500 years, they make sure not to rush anything. Plus, they care a ton about wolves – Mexican gray wolves and red wolves are critically endangered, which is why they partnered with the Wolf Conservation Center, a non-profit organization that helps to recover the endangered wolf populations in North America through its three-pronged mission of education, advocacy, and species recovery. Learn more about The WCC and donate today: https://nywolf.org/donate/. So, there you go, a balanced and complex artisanal Mezcal that helps save the wolves.

Distilled 3 times, Montelobos Mezcal Pechuga is their most premium expression. It’s a Joven Mezcal Espadin that was inspired by 5 centuries of Mezcal history. The third distillation adds a kosher turkey breast, seasonal fruits, and spices – yes, you read that right. After the piñas are roasted in an underground fire pit with volcanic stone that’s responsible for the distinct smoky flavor, they’re crushed with a traditional tahona wheel. Fermentation is natural and the final result is a layered tasting experience with tropical fruits, roasted almonds, maple honey, orange peel, pumpkin, and nutmeg. We suggest you savor this unique ultra-premium Mezcal that won Gold at the 2022 New York Spirits Competition neat or on the rocks.