El Rey Zapoteco Pechuga Mezcal

Pechuga mezcal represents one of the most storied and ceremonial traditions in all of agave spirits, and El Rey Zapoteco Pechuga honors that legacy with a third distillation that suspends seasonal fruits, spices, and raw protein in the still to yield something truly singular.

Crafted in the Zapotec tradition of Oaxaca, El Rey Zapoteco Pechuga is a handcrafted mezcal rooted in indigenous knowledge passed down through generations. The pechuga method adds a third pass through the still, during which ingredients such as wild fruits, herbs, and a hanging protein are introduced to the vapor, lending the spirit an extraordinary depth that sets it apart from even the finest artisanal mezcals.

• Nose: Fragrant and complex, with wafts of roasted agave, dried orchard fruit, warm spice, and a subtle savory undertone that speaks to the pechuga process
• Palate: Rich and layered, delivering smoke-kissed agave sweetness alongside stone fruit, cinnamon, toasted nut, and a whisper of umami
• Finish: Long and warming, with lingering spice, dried fruit, and a clean minerality that invites the next sip

El Rey Zapoteco Pechuga is exceptional on its own but also elevates a Oaxacan Old Fashioned beautifully, and its savory fruit complexity makes it a captivating choice for a smoky Mezcal Sour.

Best enjoyed neat or with a single large ice cube to allow the aromas to open fully. El Rey Zapoteco Pechuga is a triple-distilled ceremonial mezcal rooted in the agave-rich valleys of Oaxaca, Mexico.