VinePair – Is Mole Pechuga Mezcal About to Have Its Moment?
VinePair features insights from Erstwhile Mezcal co-founder Yuan Ji on the growing interest in mole pechuga mezcal. While mole pechugas may appear to be a recent trend, the article explores how both mezcal and mole have centuries of documented history, and each has long played a role in celebrations, ceremonies, and community gatherings. Featuring Erstwhile’s Turkey Mole Negro Pechuga, the piece examines how traditional pechuga mezcal continues to evolve while remaining rooted in cultural heritage.