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Details
- Location: Tequila, Jalisco
- Agave: Blue Weber Tequilana
- Maestro: Jorge Antonio Salles
- Abv: 40%
- Tasting keywords: minerals, citrus, soft
- NOM: 1108
Nose: A set of aromas driven mostly by minerality with some white fruit undertones. It comes off clean and mild.
Taste: The texture starts off soft, with notes of limestone, white grapes, and spring water. Overall it is light and easy to sip. The finish is zesty with orange zest and green peppercorns. A tasty tequila with no frills.
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 mango tree yeast in the fermentation. El Tequileño has been a long time favorite for locals in Jalisco, including at the infamous La Capilla bar, and has now expanded into the international market.
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