Maestro Dobel “Pavito” Blanco Tequila – Turkey-Infused Mezcal-Style Specialty (Limited Release)
Product details
| Management number | 253707570 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$20.00 | Model Number | 253707570 | ||
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Maestro Dobel “Pavito” Tequila is one of the most unusual and conversation-driven releases in the tequila world. Inspired by a traditional mezcal technique, it is lightly infused with roasted turkey (pavo) during distillation, creating a tequila with subtle savory, herbal, and gently smoky complexity layered over clean agave. This is not a novelty gimmick—it’s a refined, cultural reinterpretation that delivers a surprisingly balanced and intriguing sipping experience.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Produced by Maestro Dobel in Jalisco, Mexico, Pavito draws inspiration from a rare Oaxacan mezcal tradition where proteins—often turkey—are suspended in the still during distillation to impart subtle flavor and texture.
For this release, Maestro Dobel adapts that concept into a tequila framework:
- 100% Blue Weber agave base tequila
- During distillation, a roasted turkey breast is suspended in the still
- The process gently infuses the spirit with savory aromatics and texture, rather than overt meat flavors
The result is a tequila that remains unmistakably agave-driven, but with added layers of umami, herbs, and soft smoke.
Key production highlights:
- Traditional-inspired protein infusion technique
- Unaged blanco style
- Focus on subtlety and balance, not intensity
- Limited, experimental-style release
This method is extremely rare in tequila and even uncommon in mezcal, making Pavito a true conversation piece for enthusiasts.
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Tasting Profile
Nose
Fresh agave, citrus peel, herbs, and a faint savory note.
Palate
Clean and layered with agave sweetness, light smoke, herbal complexity, and a subtle umami character.
Finish
Smooth and slightly savory with lingering citrus, spice, and delicate earthiness.
Quick Overview
| Category | Details |
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| ABV / Proof | ~40% ABV / 80 Proof |
| Origin / Region | Jalisco, Mexico |
| Producer | Maestro Dobel |
| Spirit Type | Specialty Blanco Tequila (Protein-Infused) |
| Aging or Maturation | Unaged |
| Aromas & Flavors | Agave, citrus, herbs, light smoke, savory notes |
| Style / Identity | Experimental, mezcal-inspired tequila |
Cocktail Recipes
(Best used thoughtfully—this is more of a sipping or specialty cocktail spirit.)
Savory Paloma
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Maestro Dobel Pavito
- 2 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 1 oz soda water
- Pinch of salt
Preparation
- Build in a highball glass over ice.
- Stir gently and garnish with grapefruit.
Herbal Tequila Martini
Ingredients
- 2 oz Pavito Tequila
- ½ oz dry vermouth
- Lemon twist
Preparation
- Stir with ice until well chilled.
- Strain into a coupe glass.
- Garnish with lemon twist.
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