Details
- Location: Tequila, Jalisco
- Agave: Blue Weber Tequilana
- Maestro: Jorge Antonio Salles
- Abv: 40%
- Tasting keywords: flan, cigar, spice
- NOM: 1108
Nose: Notes of creamy custard and flamed citrus peel are rich and enticing.
Taste: The flavors are sumptuous, coating the palate with dark caramel flan, cigar box spice, and blood orange zest notes. The texture is silky, balancing the intensity of the flavors. A touch of smokiness adds a welcome layer of complexity. Bourbon drinkers will enjoy sipping this over ice.
Production Details
- Roast: Autoclave
- Crush: Roller Mill
- Distillation: Copper Pot
Background
In 1941, Don Jorge Salles Cuervo branched out from his renowned tequila making family and bought his own distillery. He launched El Tequileño in 1959. Today the brand is still family owned, with a third generation distiller descendant at the helm. Embracing modern technology like autoclaves and roller mills, they also continue traditional processes of using copper pot stills, spring water, and excluding additives. One of the unique characteristics of the brand is using collected mango tree yeast in the fermentation. El Tequileño has been a long-time favorite for locals in Jalisco (especially at the infamous La Capilla bar) and the brand has now expanded into the international market.
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