deep in the mountains of Puebla,
maestro mezcalero
Delfino Tobon Mejiacrafts some of the
rarest agave spirits on earth.
From his hometown of San Pablo Ameyaltepec, Delfino distills impossibly small
nano-batches
under the 5
Sentido
s labeleach one a reflection of tradition, place, and sheer artistry.
For thisPechuga de Mole Poblano, Delfino adds a
homemade mole poblano
into the still during a final distillation. Chiles, nuts, seeds, spices, and chocolate infuse the agave spirit with savory depth and layered complexity, transforming it into something
unlike anything else in the agave category.
Our spirits buyer notes that this years batch is morebalanced and harmoniousthan ever, with the moles intricate spice beautifully lifted by the natural sweetness of the agave.
What makes this bottling even more special is its connection to the
acclaimed Oaxaca City restaurant and bar
El Destilado. Founded by American restaurateurs and agave obsessives, El Destilado has been instrumental in showcasing Mexicos most talented small producers. The 5
Sentido
s label was created to highlight these singular voicesoffering a platform for mezcaleros like Delfino to share their craft with the wider world.
Only a tiny amount of this bottling is ever produced, and even fewer reach the U.S.
