Banhez Pechuga de Pavo is a special limited release that is made with the addition of wild fruits and a turkey breast that is suspended in the still.
About this mezcal
Banhez Pechuga de Pavo is made with the addition of apples and other seasonal fruits. A Turkey breast (pechuga de pavo) is also strung in the still for the third and final distillation. This type of Pechuga is traditionally drunken during celebrations like a quinceañera, marriage, or other big life event. Pechuga is a festive, special drink. This Pechuga de Pavo has also been released with a label that simply states Banhez Pechuga.
Banhez Mezcal
Banhez Mezcal is a co-operative comprised of 35+ families in the tiny village of San Miguel Ejutla in the central valley of Oaxaca. The Banhez Mezcal co-op is committed to sustainable, fair trade mezcal production the same way it’s been done by their ancestors for nearly two centuries. The Banhez Ensamble is made by the collective and the brand also has single agave varietals produced by a single mezcalero from the co-op.
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Chad W.
11 reviewsNot sure of lot #
Nose was sweet chilli pepper and berries with some umami
Taste is very sweet upfront with cranberries and floral notes to follow. Some green pepper notes and really low heat on the palate. One of the most balanced pechugas I’ve had that also offers loads of complexity.
Tyler
643 reviewsSpicy anise. Orange marmalade. Honestly there is an odd note that reminds me of ‘con gusano’ mezcal. A bit of gin notes as well. An interesting sip but don’t pay too much. Batch BA0020PEC21, date 11/20, bottle 12/720. Sipped at Fight Club in DC.
GeorgePBurdell
49 reviewsLot: BA0020PE(2)
Nose: Wet stones, tropical fruit, citrus
Palate: Starts sweet then a spice attack that goes a bit bitter.
Finish: The spices resolve into anise and ultimately finishes rather ashy
SoloAgave
86 reviewsBanhez has some great options but if you’re spending money on a pechuga style mezcal this is not the direction I would go. Overly spiced, minty, and gin like profile. Just too many other great options in this price point for mezcal that are far superior.
Rakhal
421 reviewsVery citrusy. Tangerine, sunny delight, tang, orange creamsicle, fabric softener, candy coated fennel seed, guava. A bit medicinal.
El-Dawg
209 reviewsVery unique taste with licorice/anise. Very sweet with some orange peel, cream, and sage. Balanced smoke & not too hot. I like like the attempt here, but not sure I’d proactively go for it again.
t8ke
144 reviewsLot B0006PE4719
Unlike any pechuga I’ve had, this spice bomb laced with licorice is undeniably unique. That said, I’m not the biggest fan. The more I drank this the more it became a very singular experience. The resemblance to absinthe was really bonkers.
TheAuditor
38 reviewsNose: Strong Apple, Pineapple, Guava, slight meat funk, light antiseptic.
Palate: Medium mouthfeel, but with a meaty texture that lasts. Heavy Apple, Guava, light meat funk, licorice, antiseptic.
Finish: Medium length, warm, apple, licorice, mango, light clean smoke.
I had to sit with this for awhile to figure out how I felt about it and its just fine. It has some good strong fruity flavors, that apple is delicious and very prominent as are some other fruits. What brings it down for me is this strong licorice/ antiseptic esque flavor that seems to dominate as an undertone to the whole experience. That might sounds good to you but this is a touch too weird for me.
Nose: Strong Apple, Pineapple, Guava, slight meat funk, light antiseptic.
Palate: Medium mouthfeel, but with a meaty texture that lasts. Heavy Apple, Guava, light meat funk, licorice, antiseptic.
Finish: Medium length, warm, apple, licorice, mango, light clean smoke.
I had to sit with this for awhile to figure out how I felt about it and its just fine. It has some good strong fruity flavors, that apple is delicious and very prominent as are some other fruits. What brings it down for me is this s
juandelouise
5 reviewsBy far my favorite pechuga so far. A lighter, fruity pechuga with turkey breast, pineapple, guava, plantain, etc. this pechuga is a steal for the price.
Nic Hnastchenko
108 reviewsGlad I didn’t confuse this one with the classic Banhez Pechuga with chicken 😉 Was solid, from a while back, strong apple up front that was a little distracting from the agave.