Erstwhile Five-Spice Duck Pechuga (2023 Limited Edition)

Only 500 liters made. A coveted treasure for mezcal connoisseurs, the world’s first Five-Spice Duck Pechuga is a collaboration between Erstwhile and master mezcal producers Epifania Gómez & Silverio García from Rancho Blanco Güilá, Oaxaca. Revel in the delightful interplay of star anise, cinnamon, and luscious ripe fruits.  Making mezcal at Palenque Don Lencho – Silverio & Epifania’s family distillery named in honor of Silverio’s father – is always a true team effort involving the whole extended family. This batch was no exception. Check out the videos and photos to see the making of Five-Spice Duck Pechuga in action! This Five-Spice Duck Pechuga beautifully showcases the rich, complex flavors of five-spice powder, a classic ingredient used in Chinese and Asian cuisine: star anise, cinnamon, cloves, fennel seeds, and Szechuan peppercorns. We’ve taken whole ducks that are locally raised in Rancho Blanco Güilá, and left the ducks in a five-spice marinade overnight for maximum fla