Tequila, and its country cousin Mezcal, are made by distilling the fermented juice of agave plants in Mexico. The agave is a spiky-leafed member of the lily family (it is not a cactus) and is related to the century plant. By Mexican law the agave spirit called Tequila can be made only from one particular type of agave, the blue agave (Agave Tequiliana Weber), and can be produced only in specifically designated geographic areas, primarily the state of Jalisco in west-central Mexico.

Mezcal is made from the fermented juice of other species of agave. It is produced throughout most of Mexico.

Both Tequila and Mezcal are prepared for distillation in similar ways. The agave, also known as maguey (pronounced muh-GAY), is cultivated on plantations for eight to 10 years, depending on the type of agave. When the plant reaches sexual maturity it starts to grow a flower stalk. The agave farmer, or campesino, cuts off the stalk just as it is starting to grow. This redirects the plant growth into the central stalk, swelling it into a large bulbous shape that contains a sweet juicy pulp. When the swelling is completed, the campesino cuts the plant from its roots and removes the long sword-shaped leaves, using a razor-sharp pike-like tool called a coa. The remaining piña ("pineapple"—so-called because the cross-thatched denuded bulb resembles a giant green and white pineapple) weighs anywhere from 25 to 100 pounds.

At the distillery the piñas are cut into quarters. For Tequila they are then slowly baked in steam ovens or autoclaves (oversized pressure cookers) until all of the starch have been converted to sugars. For Mezcal they are baked in underground ovens heated with wood charcoal (which gives Mezcal its distinctive smoky taste). They are then crushed (traditionally with a stone wheel drawn around a circular trough by a mule) and shredded to extract the sweet juice, called aguamiel (honey water).

The fermentation stage determines whether the final product will be 100 percent agave or mixed ("mixto"). The highest-quality Tequila is made from fermenting and then distilling only agave juice mixed with some water. Mixto is made by fermenting and then distilling a mix of agave juice and other sugars, usually cane sugar with water. Mixtos made and bottled in Mexico can contain up to 40% alcohol derived from other sugars. Mixtos that have been shipped in bulk to other countries for bottling (primarily the United States) may have the agave content further reduced to 51% by the foreign bottler. By Mexican law all 100% agave or aged Tequila must be bottled in Mexico. If a Tequila is 100 percent agave it will always say so on the bottle label. If it does not say 100% it is a mixto, although that term is seldom used on bottle labels.

Distillation and Aging

Traditionally Tequila and Mezcal have been distilled in pot stills to 110 proof (55% ABV). The resulting spirit is clear, but contains a significant amount of congeners and other flavour elements. Some light-coloured Tequilas are now being re-distilled in column stills to produce a cleaner, blander spirit.

Colour in Tequila and Mezcal comes mostly from the addition of caramel, although barrel aging is a factor in some high-quality brands. Additionally, some distillers add small amounts of natural flavourings such as Sherry, prune concentrate, and coconut to manipulate the products flavour profile. These added flavours do not stand out themselves, but instead serve to smooth out the often hard-edged palate of agave spirits.

Classifications

Beyond the two basic designations of Tequila—agave and mixto—there are four categories: Silver or Blanco/White Tequilas are clear, with little (no more than 60 days in stainless steel tanks) or no aging. They can be either 100% agave or mixto. Silver Tequilas are used primarily for mixing and blend particularly well into fruit-based drinks.

Gold Tequila is un-aged silver Tequila that has been coloured and flavoured with caramel. It is usually a mixto.

Reposado ("rested") Tequila is aged in wooden tanks or casks for a legal minimum period of at least two months, with the better-quality brands spending three to nine months in wood. It can be either 100% agave or mixto. Reposado Tequilas are the best-selling Tequilas in Mexico.

Añejo ("old") Tequila is aged in wooden barrels (usually old Bourbon barrels) for a minimum of 12 months. The best-quality anejos are aged 18 months to three years for mixtos, and up to four years for 100% agaves. Aging Tequila for more than four years is a matter of controversy. Most Tequila producers oppose doing so because they feel that "excessive" oak aging will overwhelm the distinctive earthy and vegetal agave flavour notes.

Mezcal and the Worm

The rules and regulations that govern the production and packaging of Tequila do not apply to agave spirits produced outside of the designated Tequila areas in Mexico. Some Mezcal distilleries are very primitive and very small. The best known mezcal come from the southern state of Oaxaca (wuh-HA-kuh), although it is produced in a number of other states. Eight varieties of agave are approved for Mezcal production, but the chief variety used is the espadin agave (agave angustifolia Haw).

The famous "worm" that is found in some bottles of Mezcal (con gusano -- "with worm") is actually the larva of one of two moths that live on the agave plant. The reason for adding the worm to the bottle of Mezcal is obscure. But one story, that at least has the appeal of logic to back it up, is that the worm serves as proof of high proof, which is to say that if the worm remains intact in the bottle, the percentage of alcohol in the spirit is high enough to preserve the pickled worm. Consuming the worm, which can be done without harm, has served as a rite of passage for generations of fraternity boys. As a rule, top-quality mezcals do not include a worm in the bottle.

History and Origins

Among the pantheon of Aztec gods was Tepoztécal, the god of alcoholic merriment. Tequila, and Mezcal, trace their origins back at least two thousand years. Around the first century A.D., one or more of the Indian tribes that inhabited what is now central Mexico discovered that the juice of the agave plant, if left exposed to air, would ferment and turn into a milky, mildly alcoholic drink. News of this discovery spread throughout agave-growing areas. The Aztecs called this beverage octili poliqhui, a name that the Spaniards subsequently corrupted into pulque (POOL-kay).

In Aztec culture pulque drinking had religious significance. Consumption by the masses was limited to specific holidays when large tubs of pulque were set up in public squares. The ruling elite was not subject to the same restrictions, however, and drank pulque throughout the year-- a privilege shared by captive warriors just before they were sacrificed to the gods.

When the Spanish arrived in Mexico in the early 16th century, they soon began to make and drink pulque, but the low alcohol content (around 3% ABV) and earthy, vegetal taste made it less popular among the conquistadors than European-style beers and brandies. Early attempts to distill pulque were unsuccessful, as the resulting spirit was harsh and acrid. It was soon discovered, however, that cooking the agave pulp resulted in a sweeter juice which, when fermented, became known as Mezcal Wine. This "wine" was then distilled into the spirit that we know today as Mezcal.

Early Mezcal distilleries in the Spanish colony of Mexico operated in a manner similar to modern-day brewpubs. The distilling plant was usually small, and its production was consumed primarily in the distillery tavern (taberna). As the colony grew, the Mezcal wine industry followed apace and soon became an important source of tax revenue for the Crown. Periodic attempts by Spanish brandy producers to shut down the Mezcal industry were about as unsuccessful as similar efforts by English distillers to inhibit rum production in the British colonies of North America.

The Evolution of Tequila

In 1656 the village of Tequila (named for the local Ticuilas Indians) was granted a charter by the governor of New Galicia. Tax records of the time show that Mezcal was already being produced in the area. This Mezcal, made from the local blue agave, established a reputation for having a superior taste, and barrels of the "Mezcal wine from Tequila" were soon being shipped to nearby Guadalajara and more distant cities such as the silver-mining boomtowns of San Luis Potosí and Aguascalientes.

The oldest of the still-existing distilleries in Tequila dates back to 1795, when the Spanish Crown granted a distillers license to a local padrone by the name of José Cuervo. In 1805 a distillery was established that would ultimately come under the control of the Sauza family. By the mid 1800s there were dozens of distilleries and millions of agave plants under cultivation around Tequila in what had become the state of Jalisco. Gradually, the locally-produced Mezcal came to be known as Tequila (just as the grape brandy from the Cognac region in France came to be known simply as Cognac).

Mexico achieved independence from Spain in 1821. But until the 1870s it was a politically unstable country that experienced frequent changes in government, revolutions, and a disastrous war with the United States. Marauding bands of soldiers and guerrillas extracted "revolutionary taxes" and "voluntary" contributions in kind from the tabernas and distilleries. In 1876 a general named Porfirio Díaz, who was from the Mezcal-producing state of Oaxaca, came to power and ushered in a 35-year period of relative peace and stability known as the Porfiriato.

It was during this period that the Tequila industry became firmly established. Modest exports of Tequila began to the United States and Europe, with Jose Cuervo shipping the first three barrels to El Paso, Texas in 1873. By 1910 the number of agave distilleries in the state of Jalisco had grown to almost 100.

The collapse of the Díaz regime in 1910 led to a decade-long period of revolution that inhibited the Tequila industry. The return of peace in the 1920s led to the expansion of Tequila production in Jalisco beyond the area around the town of Tequila, with growth being particularly noteworthy in the highlands around the village of Arandas. This period also saw the adoption of modern production techniques from the wine industry such as the use of cultivated yeast and microbiological sanitary practices.

In the 1930s the practice of adding non-agave sugars to the aguamiel, or "honey water," was introduced and quickly adopted by many Tequila producers. These mixto (mixed) Tequilas had a less intense taste than 100% blue agave Tequilas, but this relative blandness also made them more appealing to non-native consumers, particularly those in the United States.

From the 1930s through the 1980s, the bulk of the Tequila being produced was of the blended mixto variety. The original 100% agave Tequilas were reduced to a minor specialty product role in the market. But in the late 1980s the rising popularity of single malt Scotch whiskies and expensive Cognacs in the international marketplace did not go unnoticed among Tequila producers. New brands of 100% blue agave Tequilas were introduced and sales began a steady growth curve that continues to this day. This sales growth has resulted in the opening of new distilleries and the expansion of existing operations. Tequila is on an upswing.

What Bing Crosby and Jimmy Buffet Have in Common?

Modest amounts of Tequila have been exported into U.S. border towns since the late 19th century. The first major boost to Tequila sales in the rest of the United States came in the late 1940s when the Margarita cocktail, a blend of Tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, and ice was invented. Its origins are uncertain, but Hollywood actors and cocktail parties in California and Mexican resorts seem to be involved in most of the genesis stories. It is known that crooner and actor Bing Crosby was so taken with one particular brand of Tequila, Herradura that he teamed up with fellow actor Phil Harris to import the brand into the United States. The Margarita, along with the Tequila Sunrise and the Tequila Sour, has become highly popular in the United States; in fact, it is claimed by many in the liquor industry that the Margarita is the single most popular cocktail in the nation. In the 1970s, when balladeer Jimmy Buffet sang of "Wasting away in Margaritaville," the success of the song enticed millions more Americans to sip from the salt-rimmed Margarita glass.

The Worm Turns

The upgrading and up scaling of Tequila has, in turn, inspired Mezcal producers to undertake similar measures. In the past few years an increasing number of high-end Mezcals, including some intriguing "single village" bottlings, have been introduced to the market. Mezcal now seems to be coming of its own as a distinctive, noteworthy spirit.

The Tequila’s and Mezcal’s

1800 Blanco

£23.25

This exceptional silver tequila has a clean, silky smooth taste. 1800 Silver is 100% Agave Tequila and has an exceptionally clean, silky smooth taste. Enjoy this premium tequila straight or mixed to create the ultimate margarita and "Ultimate," cocktails

1800 Reposado

£24.50

1800 Tequilas are the true Art and Soul of Mexico. Gold, with an orange-copper cast, moderately full-bodied, figs, wet stone, dried grasses; bold, round texture; smooth broad feel with deep flavours and a rich finish.

1800 Anejo

£32.25

1800 Añejo represents a great accomplishment in the art of tequila making and is a true Añejo tequila masterpiece. This new, ultra-premium tequila surpasses other premium brands in heritage, quality and sheer taste. It is a 100% blue agave Añejo that comes in a bottle that is a work of art in itself - an agave-etched, pyramid-shaped bottle topped off with a wooden stopper featuring a recessed gold medallion. Only extended aging in small French oak casks gives the tequila inside this remarkable bottle the rich, smooth taste experience that centuries of technique and experience can impart. It is destined to become the classic ultra-premium Añejo tequila. 1800 Tequilas are the true Art and Soul of Mexico.

1921 Blanco

Out of Stock

1921 Tequila Blanco is made from 100% selected Agave, produced by hand, state owned and bottled, a high quality and limited production Tequila. It is crystal clear, with an Agave bouquet, fruity body with sparks of sweetness, and a smooth and clean aftertaste.

1921 Reposado

Out of Stock

1921 Tequila Reposado is a handcrafted 100% Blue Agave, Limited production, copper distilled Tequila. Single barrel aged with Jalisco Highland Estate owned Agave, and finished in beautiful handcrafted bottles. The colour is a very pale yellow from the rather short aging (4months). The smoothness of this tequila is reminiscent of an anejo. Beautiful agave taste that slides like butter down your throat. Honey and caramel overtones that no doubt come from the bourbon barrels don't distract from the balanced and complex body and finish which ends with some medium length spiciness.

Arette Blanco

£23.65

The Tequila has a defined flavour, with character and the essence of its origin 100 % agave of the region of Tequila. Made with 100% Blue Agave from the region and benefited by the pristine waters of the Tequila Mountain, Tequila Arette rises as one of the best premium Tequilas in Mexico. Tequila Arette is carefully elaborated in the El Llano distillery, owned by the Orendain Family since the early 1900's, through a process that has been mastered through several generations. Estate bottled in Tequila, Jalisco, and Tequila Arette is produced to meet all different tastes and preferences. From the strong and pure Silver to the smoother and tasteful Reposado, and to the fine and aromatic Anejo and beyond to the connoisseurs choices of Unique and the mighty Gran Clase. The tequila is clear in colour. Beginning with intense earthy, fruity, spicy, and floral aromas, the deeper aromas include moderate smoke scents. On the tip of the tongue there is a mellow sensation that is followed by a sweet taste with no bitterness. Upon tasting, the tequila has intense agave and earth with moderate spice flavours. Arette Blanco tequila finishes with a medium duration of flavour.

Arette Reposado

£27.10

4 to 6 months in barrels of white oak. Ideal to drink straight and to mix it is also a good option. The tequila is a pale yellow colour with intense floral and earthy aromas. A soft mellow entry leads to a very sweet taste, with low bitterness and heavy agave flavour. While there is intense agave and floral flavours, the tequila also has moderate fruity flavours that are followed by mild accents of earth, vanilla, and spice. The tequila finishes with a medium duration of flavours and a numbing alcohol finish.

Arette Anejo

£32.20

14 to 18 months of maturing in barrels of white oak, give bouquet, unmistakable body and personality to this tequila. Made with 100% Blue Agave from the region and benefited by the pristine waters of the Tequila Mountain, Tequila Arette rises as one of the best premium Tequilas in Mexico. Tequila Arette is carefully elaborated in the El Llano distillery, owned by the Orendain Family since the early 1900's, through a process that has been mastered through several generations. Estate bottled in Jalisco, Tequila Arette is produced to meet all different tastes and preferences. With a yellow golden colour, Arette Anejo has intense aromas of earthy, fruity and floral scents. Less noticeable are modest caramel and mild vanilla, spice, and smoke aromas. Upon initial taste, the tequila has a weighty mouth feel and is soft and mellow on the tip of the tongue. Moderate flavours of floral, agave, and earth inflections are followed by mild vanilla, fruit and spice flavours. The finish consists of numbing alcohol concentration and a long length of flavour.

Arette Suave Blanco

Out of Stock

Arette is definitely one of the Vintage House’s favourite Tequila Houses, The Orendain Family, have really devoted themselves to the art of making fine Tequila, and this Blanco Suave version is breath-taking, The Agave aroma in this line is so present, and it literally entrances you, the earthiness leads way to a virtually beyond description body that for a blanco is hard to rate, it has the characteristics of softness, and buttery ness, that make it very distinctive, the finish certainly gives that off, the smoothness of this product was pleasing, and what can we say about the bottle design, timeless.

Arette Suave Reposado

Out of Stock

The Tequila is rested for more than 8 months in barrels of White Oak. The smooth flavours of cooked agave predominate with a touch of distinction from the wood.

Arette Unique

£117.45

Aging more than 6 years in white oak barrels gives this tequila a bouquet of the wood. Arette Unique is presented in a bottle of great class that distinguishes it. A golden amber brown colour, this tequila has intense aromas of floral, vanilla, and caramel. Other aromas include moderate fruit and spice with a mild earth. The tequila has a heavy almost syrupy mouth feel and on the first sip is very sweet with a hint of bitterness. Arette Unique Anejo has numerous arrays of flavours due to its 6 years of aging. Intense flavours of caramel, agave, fruit, and floral are followed by moderate notes of earth, wood, and vanilla. With a very long duration of flavours, tastes of mild spice with a hint of chemicals bring this tequila to a numbing finish. Arette Unique Anejo has received the rating of 96 points out of 100.

Arette Gran Clase Anejo

£165.00

The Tequila is aged for more than 3 years in white oak barrels. Arette Gran Clase is made to satisfy the taste of the great connoisseur. Arette Gran Clase Extra Anejo has an amber brown colour. This tequila has forceful aromas of floral and earth. Other aromas include moderate fruit and caramel with gentle vanilla and spice. The tequila has a big mouth feel and on the initial sip is semi sweet with a negligible amount of bitterness. Arette Gran Clase has a copious range of flavours due to its 3 years of aging. Intense flavours of agave, earth, and floral are followed by moderate notes of caramel, wood, and vanilla. With a medium to long length of flavour, tastes of mild fruit bring this tequila to a numbing finish.

Bambarria Blanco

£17.90

Bambarria is produced in San Juanito De Escobedo. This is nearly 1400 metres above sea level. The area is recognised as the finest zone for producing Tequila, 60% of all Tequila produced is from this zone. This Tequila is excellent for making cocktails.

Bambarria Joven

£17.90

Bambarria is produced in San Juanito De Escobedo. This is nearly 1400 metres above sea level. The area is recognised as the finest zone for producing Tequila, 60% of all Tequila produced is from this zone. This Tequila is excellent for making cocktails.

Cabo Wabo Blanc

Out of Stock

Cabo Wabo Blanco Tequila is double distilled and is bottled directly after distillation.

The Tequilana Weber Blue Agave plant is the core and essence of Cabo Wabo Tequila. Harvested between 8 and 12 years, the Agave is cooked in stone steam-heated ovens, and then smashed and ground to remove the Agave nectar. Fermentation follows and is completely natural, with no chemicals added. Cabo Wabo Tequila is then distilled twice to remove impurities and refine the aroma and alcohol content. Blanco Tequila goes straight to bottling, whereas Reposado Tequila is aged between 3 to 12 months, and the Anejo Tequila is aged from 1 to 5 years. The Tequila is bottled in unique, hand blown artisan glass bottles. With a clear colour, Cabo Wabo Blanco has intense aromas of earthy and floral scents. Less apparent are moderate spice and mild smoke and fruit aromas. Upon initial taste, the tequila has a thin mouth feel and is soft and mellow on the tip of the tongue. Moderate flavours of agave and earth accents are followed by mild floral, fruit, and spice flavours. The finish consists of almost no alcohol intensity and a short duration of flavour.

Cabo Wabo Reposado

Out of Stock

Cabo Wabo Reposado Tequila is double distilled and aged in oak barrels from 3 to 12 months. The Tequilana Weber Blue Agave plant is the core and essence of Cabo Wabo Tequila. Harvested between 8 and 12 years, the Agave is cooked in stone steam-heated ovens, and then smashed and ground to remove the Agave nectar. Fermentation follows and is completely natural, with no chemicals added. Cabo Wabo Tequila is then distilled twice to remove impurities and refine the aroma and alcohol content. Blanco Tequila goes straight to bottling, whereas Reposado Tequila is aged between 3 to 12 months, and the Anejo Tequila is aged from 1 to 5 years. The Tequila is bottled in unique, hand blown artisan glass bottles. Cabo Wabo Reposado has intense aromas of earthy and floral scents. Less apparent are mild smoke and spice aromas with a hint of caramel and vanilla. Upon initial taste, the tequila has an oily mouth feel and is soft and mellow on the tip of the tongue. Intense flavours of floral, fruit, and earth accents are followed by moderate agave and spice flavours. The finish consists of hot tingly alcohol intensity and a medium duration of flavour.

Casa Noble Crystal

Out of Stock

Many purists believe that tequila is best when it is not aged. They feel it is just a matter of taste. It is called Crystal because it is regarded superior to all other silver tequilas. It's in a class by itself. Contained in a beautiful hand blown glass decanter, adorned with an exquisite metal engraved label, Casa Noble Crystal has absolutely no rival in this category, and it lets you appreciate the exceptional pureness and glow of this unique tequila. The Hermosillo family have really done their homework; countless years of experience and tradition have put this Silver, in a class of its own. This is what all Silvers should strive to be, Casa Noble Crystal. The Aroma is all Agave, sure you have hints of citrus, and pepper, but it's main characteristic is simply the agave, it's undeniable, Casa Noble Crystal has a smooth taste, that once it sits in your mouth and slowly seeps through your senses, this tequila is very deceiving, you expect excellent quality from the Hermosillo family, but what you get is astonishing quality, above and beyond, and certainly a very memorable one at that, with a smooth taste with notes of citrus, butter and pepper, and even a little floral, they all seem to intertwine and make the perfect combination, and certainly one of the best, if not the best finishes eve on a Blanco.

Casa Noble Reposado

Out of Stock

A most refined tequila. Smooth, sensuous and full bodied, this tequila rivals the best spirits in the world. Casa Noble Reposado, aged for one year in French White Oak barrels, comes in a decanter as exceptional as the tequila it contains: cobalt blue porcelain, handmade by local artists. The look of this decanter will enhance any private collection or bar counter. Casa Noble Reposado, is a privilege to taste, Casa Noble Reposado is a tremendous tequila, with an excellent aroma that is filled with an earthiness, light citrus and vanilla that just make it so welcoming, along with a rich light golden colour and a full body which makes this tequila a rarity among the tequila elites, it's smooth finish, and long lasting numbing taste make this tequila a pleasurable tequila to sip.

Casa Noble Anejo

Out of Stock

This exquisite tequila is matured in French White Oak barrels for five years, and has an exceptional bouquet and body that ranks among the finest distilled spirits in the world. Its deep golden tone is reflected in a decanter so unique and beautiful, that it has earned the distinction of being among the most exquisite liquor bottles in the industry. Made of black porcelain, it is decorated with accents and labels made of 18k gold hand painted by local Artists. Production is limited to 2,000 cases a year, and is already sought after by collectors. Casa Noble Anejo is aged for 5 years. This is bordering on what many people consider the longest that tequila should ever be aged. And it shows. The nose reveals quite a bit of caramel and smoke. The cooked agave aroma we are so used to from Casa Noble's Blanco and Reposado plays a mild, secondary role. The initial taste is heavy and bitter. One is immediately confronted with wood and smoke with secondary flavours of coffee and chocolate. Even on the tip of the tongue, subtle sweetness is enveloped by the wood in this tequila. Casa Noble Anejo finishes fairly smooth with a medium duration of earthy flavours.

Casco Viejo Blanco

£19.95

Casco Viejo Blanco Tequila is smooth and light on the palate, made with 70% Blue Agave, 20% higher than standard mixto Tequilas. Perfect to mix in your favourite cocktail. Tequila Casco Viejo is manufactured and bottled at origin.

Casco Viejo Joven

£19.95

Made by a private company that was established in 1938, Casco Viejo is distilled and bottled by Tequila Supremo Company on the Camarena family estate. The family owns over 1,000 hectares of plantations in Los Altos (The highlands) of Jalisco with more than 3 million Agave plants. Casco Viejo Joven is a young golden tequila which contains at least 50% Agave. It has a smooth, light palate, with a flavour of clean agave notes initially followed by sweet tones of vanilla.

Casco Viejo Reposado

£23.75

Casco Viejo Reposado is 100% Agave Tequila. Rested up to one year in oak barrels, Tequila Casco Viejo is manufactured and bottled at origin.

Cazadores Blanco

£27.10

This tequila is clear in colour and has intense aromas of floral, spice, and earth. There are also mild aromas of fruit and smoke. A mellow taste on the tip of the tongue leads to a low sweetness and low bitterness tequila taste. The Cazadores Silver contains intense flavours of floral and earth followed by moderate agave and fruit accents. Mild notes of spice and smoke accompany this tequila. Cazadores Silver finishes with a medium duration of flavours.

Cazadores Reposado

£36.95

The finest Kentucky oak barrels are used to age the tequila. Resting in oak imparts the natural gold colour and contributes to the delightful and refreshing aroma and flavour. no other tequila at any cost, can compare to the smoothness and rich character of Tequila Casadores. Tequila Casadores is meticulously crafted in a manner that takes times. The fermentation process takes 2-3 times longer than most producers because no sugars or yeast is added. The tequila is then double distilled in pot stills, taking almost 3 times longer than other tequila producers.

Cazadores Anejo

£44.45

Tequila Casadores is produced with 100% blue agave, hand selected from 10-12 year old mature plants, which are organically grown in the heart of the Loa Altos region of Jalisco, Mexico. This region, known for its perfect soil and climate, produces the finest blue agave available. The finest Kentucky oak barrels are used to age the tequila. Resting in oak, imparts the natural gold colour and contributes to the delightful and refreshing aroma and flavour. No other tequila at any cost, can compare to the smoothness and rich character of Tequila Casadores. Tequila Casadores is meticulously crafted in a manner that takes times. The fermentation process takes 2-3 times longer than most producers because no sugars or yeast is added. The tequila is then double distilled in pot stills, taking almost 3 times longer than other tequila producers. This tequila is golden brown in colour and has an intense aroma of floral and earth. There are also moderate aromas of fruit, vanilla, and caramel followed by mild spice and smoke. A mellow taste on the tip of the tongue leads to a sweet and low bitter tequila taste. The Cazadores Anejo flavour contains intense flavours of floral and earth followed by moderate agave, fruit, and spice accents. Mild notes of vanilla, caramel, and smoke also accompany this tequila. Cazadores Anejo finishes with a medium-to-long duration of flavour and a numbing alcohol feeling.

Chinaco Blanco

£46.00

Chinaco? Blanco is bottled within 30 days after distillation and delivers a remarkably fresh, clean taste. This 100% Agave tequila has a full, mellow character with muy macho intensity and suave complexity and has no sugars added. Crystal clear, with a nose that is clean, smooth, fresh and bright. The complex aroma shows hints of white pepper, citrus and chamomile. The layers of smoke have hints of caramel, pear, quince, dill and lime, with a touch of aloe and earthy agave. The mouth feel is medium and dry, with the palate following the nose nicely showing spice, fruit, floral notes and caramel, supported by deep, earthy agave. Hot finish: medium to long, hints of smoke and cream soda. Noticeably rich in pure agave.

Chinaco Reposado

£50.00

Medium-straw in colour and has subtle aromas of pear, wild flowers, vanilla, smoke and baked apple, edged with papaya and mango. The flavours are very rich and complex, with exceptional depth, balance and style, ending in a luscious, spicy, smoky finish. Barrel aged for up to four years.

Chinaco Anejo

£63.30

This is the ultimate in handcrafted, low production tequila. The Chinaco Blanco and Añejo are, in our opinion, head and shoulders above any other tequila available today." Quoted from The Insiders Wine Line Magazine, April-May 1996. When Chinaco arrived in the United States in 1983, it was the first of the super premium positioned tequilas. It's smooth taste earned it placement on back bars alongside high-end cognacs and single malt whiskies. Like a lightening bolt, it electrified an entirely new class of upscale tequila consumer. Chinaco developed a cult following predominantly from California's music and film industry. The tequila is golden in colour and is aged for 3 years. Chinaco Anejo aromas consist of intense vanilla, earth, and floral aspects followed by moderate fruit. On the lighter side, this Anejo has mild aromas of caramel with hints of spice and smoke. On the tip of tongue, this tequila is mellow and has a thick and syrupy mouth feel. While the tequila has moderate-to-heavy agave flavour, it is sweet and has only a hint of bitterness. The flavour of this tequila contains intense flavours of earth followed by moderate floral and vanilla aspects. Deeper flavours of Chinaco Anejo consist of mild fruit, caramel, and smoke. Upon finishing this tequila, there is a long-to-very long duration of flavour.

Chinaco Anejo Negra

£207.35

Chinaco Extra Añejo was released in early 2007. The long-awaited first release of Lot 15 was sold out quickly, followed by the Lot 17, which recently sold out too. Act now to get your hands on this rare Extra Añejo! The mystery of Chinaco Negro is in the deep alluring colours of this rare 5 year old 100% agave Tequila. Lost in the cellars of the Chinaco Distillery, were 12 casks of old Tequila of which 7 casks as worthy of bottling under the exclusive label Chinaco Negro. Each cask has been bottled as a single cask selection and assigned a special lot number, and has individually numbered bottles. The strongest nose that I have ever encountered in a tequila. The tequila is a yellow golden colour and has an intense floral aroma. Once you get past the intensity of the nose, you can smell moderate notes of vanilla, caramel, and fruit. On the tip of the tongue the tequila is mellow and soft but yet has a strong intensity of taste and feels heavy and oily in the mouth. While the tequila has a medium to low bitterness, it is actually fairly sweet. The flavour has intense to moderate agave, earth, and floral attributes which are followed by moderate spice and mild vanilla and caramel. The tequilas finish is an extremely long duration of flavour followed by a very numbing alcohol feeling. Recommend that everyone try this masterpiece.

Climax Joven

£23.25

All Tequila is made in Mexico from one specific type of maguey (agave) plant called Weber blue agave, there are about 400 varieties in all. This tequila joven (young) is suitable for house pouring. The distinctive red and black packaging certainly stands out.The tequila is soft and smooth without massive, earthy agave flavours or aggressive alcohol, instead it offers smooth and soft agave notes with a good clean, almost sweet finish. A very good introduction to tequila for the un-initiated.

Corralejo Blanco

£30.65

Corralejo Blanco comes straight off Corralejo's copper pot still and is bottled un-aged. Don Leonardo calls Blanco "The Truth" because it best captures the authentic character of the Blue Weber Agave that all Corralejo's tequilas are made from. The tequila is clear in colour. opening with intense fruity, earthy and floral aromas, the deeper aromas include reasonable spice and a hint of Smokey scents. On the tip of the tongue there is a slight fiery sensation that is followed by a sweet, low bitter taste. Upon tasting, the tequila has intense floral and agave with reasonable fruity flavours. Lastly, there are gentle flavours of earth, spice, and smoke. Corralejo Blanco tequila finishes with a medium to long period of flavour and numbing alcohol intensity.

Corralejo Anejo

£47.95

Anejo, by law, must spend 12 months in the wood. Corralejo's is aged in new American oak barrels charred on the inside to lend a touch of smoke to the flavours inside. It is Corralejo's finest example of Don Leonardo's skills and is bottled in red, signifying "prosperity" in Mexico. The tequila is pale yellow in colour. Opening with intense fruity, earthy, and floral aromas, the deeper aromas contain modest caramel and a hint of spicy scents. On the tip of the tongue there is a mellow and soft feeling that is followed by a sweet, somewhat bitter taste. Upon tasting, the tequila has concentrated earth with moderate fruity, floral, and agave flavours. Finally, there is a hint of caramel flavour. Corralejo Anejo tequila finishes with a medium length of flavour and numbing alcohol intensity.

Corralejo Reposado Triple Distilled

Out of Stock

All fine tequilas are produced by using a double distillation method. In the year 2000, we introduced a new type...Triple Distilled and gradually offered it to discerning consumers in the Mexican market. Sales have been no less then phenomenal! Slowly we are sending some Triple Distilled Corralejo to selected export markets. If you are lucky enough to find a bottle we feel certain that you will be highly pleased with its soft yet rich agave taste. Our unique Corralejo "Triple" is distilled first through a copper pot still, then a column still method and finally through the copper pot one more time. It simply superb tequila! With a pale yellow colour, Corralejo Triple Distilled Reposado has intense aromas of floral and fruit. Mild aromas consist of earth, spice, and smoke. The tequila has a low bitterness to it and a sweet aftertaste. Initial flavours are intense earth and smoke. There are also moderate floral and agave flavours. A numbing alcohol intensity and a long duration of flavour bring this tequila experience to an end.

Corralejo Reposado

Out of Stock

To be truthful, The Aztecs made the original tequila, a drink calle pulque, produced from the fermented juice of the mezcal (agave) plant. Hacienda Corralejo was founded in 1755 and was the first commercial producer of tequila in Mexico, with copper pot stills from Spain, wood-fired adobe brickovens, and French oak barrels for aging. Today, over 200 years later, production continues at Corralejo much as it did in the past. Hand-harvested weber blue agave hearts (pinas) are slowly baked in adobe ovens, then crushed in a stone mill; the "aguamiel" (honey water) is fermetned, then double-distilled in copper pot stills, and aged in barrels made from Limousin white oak barrels from France. Each Corralejo bottle is hand-blown and hand-labeled, individually numbered and registered to ensure its authenticity. Corralejo Tequila takes pride in its heritage as the top quality, hand-crafted producer of Mexico's first and finest tequila. Blind tasted in Mexico City against the country's 21 top tequilas, Corralejo Reposado Tequila won the Grand Award in 1997. The tequila is a very pale yellow colour. Starts with intense earthy and floral aromas, the deeper aromas include modest spice and a hint of Smokey and fruity scents. On the tip of the tongue there is a mellow and soft feeling that is followed by a sweet, low bitter taste. Upon tasting, the tequila has concentrated floral, earth, fruit, and agave with moderate spicy and Smokey flavours. Corralejo Reposado tequila finishes with a medium to long duration of flavour and numbing alcohol intensity

Don Fulano Blanco

£40.35

The nose is a wonderful cooked agave and floral aroma. The initial taste is peppery with plenty of agave (the sign of any good Blanco), and when allowed to rest in the mouth, a subtle sweetness of citrus and mint is brought out. There is a hint of bitterness and a flavour I would describe as grape-seed oil. The finish is short, sweet, and smooth - perfect for a Blanco. Don Fulano silver is a must try for anyone who enjoys Tequila that has not been aged.

Don Fulano Blanco Fuerte 50.0%

Out of Stock

Don Fulano's Silver Tequila Fuerte is 50% alcohol and 100 Proof, has the purest flavour of the Agave plant and of the rich red soil, characteristic of the upper Jalisco region where it is grown. With no exposure to wood at all, it is bottled directly after the column-tower distillation process. Wonderful for sipping straight, with tonic or as the quintessence for the creation of an exceptional margarita. The aroma of cooked agave is nice and is followed by the initial taste of agave and peppery spice. There is a subtle sweetness but because of the ABV it cannot be fully enjoyed. Considering the ABV the tequila is surprisingly smooth. When allowed to linger in the mouth before swallowing, there is virtually no burn at all. The finish is long with a touch of mint.

Don Fulano Reposado

£42.90

Don Fulano Reposado Tequila - Carefully aged for eight months in new French oak barrels. Rich bodied and with a unique scent, the Reposado harmoniously combines the flavour of the Agave with that of the oak for a perfect balance. The special column distillation brings about a product of the highest quality. Its exquisite smoothness evokes an exceptional sensation, drinking it on its own. This is an excellent Reposado! The most important part of a reposado or anejo is not to lose the flavour of agave to the wood. The wood should compliment the agave, not the other way around. Don Fulano comes through with flying colours. Nose: Floral and Earth. Palate: spicy bitterness with plenty of Agave. Body: Agave is dominant, subtle hints of vanilla, spice, earth, and wood at the end. Finish: Smooth as silk with medium length. A must try for any Reposado fan.

Don Fulano Anejo

£50.00

Don Fulano's Anejo is delightfully aromatic, characteristic of a careful three year aging in new French oak barrels where the aromas, colours, and tastes develop. Our Anejo maintains the full flavour of the Agave with very interesting hues of oak and vanilla, denoting the finesse that resembles a fine Cognac. Nose: Cooked agave, cinnamon, and earth. Palate: On the tip of the tongue, it is very sweet with no bitterness. Body: A very balanced agave, complemented nicely by wood, caramel and spice. Finish: A very long length with no alcohol burn.

Don Fulano Anejo Imperial

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Don Fulano's Anejo Imperial is our oldest Tequila, full flavoured and warm, five year old aged Tequila in new French oak barrels. Anejo Imperial is a superb and delicate spirit of the highest class that denotes subtle aromas that follow for a long time. The special column distillation and careful aging of this tequila gives it a clear sovereignty through it exceptional quality. This tequila is an amber brown colour and has intense aromas of fruit. There are also moderate aromas of vanilla, spice, and caramel followed by mild earth, floral, and smoke. A soft taste on the tip of the tongue leads to a sweet tequila taste with a small amount of bitterness. The palate contains intense caramel flavours with moderate agave and earth. The tequila also has mild fruit, floral flavour and smoke with hints of vanilla and spice. The Tequila finishes with a medium to long duration of flavour and a numbing alcohol feeling.

Don Julio Blanco

£43.75

Don Julio Blanco, 100% Blue Weber Agave , double distilled, and pure with fresh Agave aromas. Each agave is hand selected at maturity and only the heart of the distillation is used, as it is the purest part, free from most impurities. Don Julio founded his own distillery in 1942 and since then has aspired to produce Mexico's finest Tequilas by perfecting traditional methods. The tequila is clear in colour with intense earthy and Smokey aromas followed by moderate-to-intense aromas of floral, spice, and chocolate. A soft mellow entry leads to a low sweet taste, with low-to-moderate bitterness and moderate-to-heavy agave taste. While there is only moderate agave flavour, the tequila has intense earthy and floral finish.

Don Julio Reposado

£46.75

Don Julio Reposado is 100% Blue Weber Agave , double distilled, and rested in charred oak bourbon barrels for up to 11 months. Each agave is hand selected at maturity and only the heart of the distillation is used, as it is the purest part, free from most impurities. The tequila is a pale yellow colour and has an intense floral and earthy aroma. Once you get past the intensity of the nose, you can smell moderate notes of caramel and fruit. On the tip of the tongue the tequila is mellow and soft with a light intensity of taste but yet has a medium feel in the mouth. While the tequila has a low bitterness, it is fairly sweet. The flavour has intense earth which is followed by moderate agave, fruit, caramel, and floral. The tequilas finish is a medium duration of flavour.

Don Julio Anejo

£48.55

With a yellow golden colour, Don Julio Anejo has intense aromas of floral and fruit. Moderate aromas consist of vanilla, while mild aromas are of spice and caramel. The tequila has no bitterness to it and a sweet aftertaste. Initial flavours are intense caramel. There are also moderate agave, fruit, and vanilla flavours. Numbing alcohol intensity and a long duration of flavour bring this tequila masterpiece to a close.

El Jimador Blanco

£21.25

A Tequila left to ponder for 40 days in oak vats. This, sipped straight, is a Tequila for traditionalists, one which gives the sensation of the "campo", and a favourite of the "Jimadores". Ideal, also, for the most popular or imaginative of cocktails. "El Jimador" is the name given to the experienced farmers who select and cultivate the unique Blue Agave Plant, the raw material of true Tequila. This plant, Nature’s most precious gift to Mexico, takes ten years of careful cultivation to reach maturity. It is hand picked and cropped, and it takes a fine eye to select the quality Agave which is used for our Tequilas.

El Jimador Reposado

£21.25

"El Jimador" is the name given to the experienced farmer who selects and cultivates the legendary and unique Blue Agave, Nature’s most precious gift to Mexico. The man whose most very basic instinct commands respect for these plants, whose knowing eyes identify those, which after ten years of cultivation, have reached maturity, and whose strength and skilled management of his tools, bring the finest specimens to harvest. It is the fruit of only these finest plants which we use to produce this most excellent of Tequilas. We proudly name Tequila "El Jimador" in honour of these men, and we proudly present to the world the fruit of their labour. 100% Barrel Matured for 3 months in white oak casks, imported from Kentucky and the Cognac region. The complex interaction of the wood with the spirit results in delightfully smooth Tequila, which, sipped straight in a Cognac snifter, or mixed to produce premium cocktails, brings the exotic flavour of Mexico alive. This is Tequila which is causing veritable havoc in Jalisco, the traditional Tequila State of Mexico.

El Senorio Joven Mezcal (2 Worms)

£33.65

The final gem of this Mezcal line, El Señorio Joven con Gusano, is the most traditional of Mezcal’s, known as a Blanco. It is bottled immediately after a two part distillation process using copper containers that produce a clean spirit largely free of impurities. It is rewarded with two gusanos that remarkably do not alter in any way the transparent clean colour that it has. A sudden warmth of astringency with tones of grassiness and oregano like bitterness engulf the mouth but a lingering sweetness sometimes reminiscent of a fresh peach surprises your taste buds as you begin to realize this mezcal holds the balance of acidity and bitterness.

El Senorio Repodado Extra

£42.65

El Señorio Reposado Extra Mezcal, the top of the line, is distilled in small batches in our distillery located in Ocotlan, just outside of Oaxaca City. It is made 100% from the Espadín species of the agave plant and it is the most comparable to single malts due to its taste and colour. The American oak barrels in which it rests gives the spirit a beautiful honey colour. The oak properties are not intrusive and instead complement the mezcals complex balance and flavours by muting the smokiness derived from the roasting process. Age: Rests 10-12 months in American oak barrels. Colour: Champagne clarity with yellow shades of honey gold. Bouquet: Intense with caramel like notes and powerful touches of the roasted agave. Body: Full and rich with character developed in the nose and palate. Palate: Balances the sweet and the astringent leaving a soft touch of smokiness in the aftertaste.

El Senorio Repodado Con Gusano

£37.05

El Señorio Reposado con Gusano is also 100% Espadín but this time it is aged in French Oak. This bottle is given a unique organic flavour through the addition of the Gusano (the worm). The Gusano has always collaborated with the spirit of the plant in its natural environment. Originally, it was given simply an ornamental value. It has since evolved to signify myths of an aphrodisiac or a means in which the plant is able to impart the spirit of the gods into man. Today, the Gusano has a much wider repertoire and it is enjoyed for its taste finding increasing fame in high cuisine. Age: Minimum 6 months in French Oak barrels. Colour: Bright and clear yellow with shades of green and gold. Bouquet: Sweet herbal scent yet strikingly fresh. Body: Medium bodied clean and mellow. Palate: Slightly bitter notes strong and earthy reminiscence of the roasted agave.

El Tesoro de Don Felipe Silver

£40.50

Colour: crystal clear. Nose: earthy aromas of fresh herbs and spices, cheese rind, and marinated olives and peppers Flavour: rich, supple entry leads to an oily dryish medium-full body of grilled tropical fruits and peppers, olives, cheese, rich spices, and wet mineral flavours. Finishes with a long, lingering mineral and floral fruit accented fade.

El Tesoro de Don Felipe Reposado

£46.50

El Tesoro de Don Felipe Reposado Tequila - Mellow and rich, with subtle wood tones. Reposado tequila, by law, requires aging for two months. El Tesoro Reposado is exceptionally well rested. It's aged for eight to 11 months in oak barrels. Try sipping it straight up. The tequila is a pale yellow colour and has moderate floral and earth aromas. Once you get past the moderate nose, you can smell mild notes of spice, smoke, and fruit. On the tip of the tongue the tequila is mellow and soft but yet has a full intensity of taste and has a medium and oily feeling in the mouth. While the tequila has a low bitterness, it is actually fairly sweet. The flavour has mild agave, earth, fruit, spicy, and floral attributes. The tequilas finish is a medium duration of flavour.

El Tesoro de Don Felipe Paradiso Exta Anejo

£82.75

El Tesoro de Don Felipe Paradiso Anejo Tequila - Irresistible and deliciously smooth. Literally a "paradise" created by Don Felipe Camarena and Alain Royer of A. de Fussigny Cognac, this unique, handcrafted blend of 100% blue agave tequilas takes on a remarkable elegance from its distinct, Cognac-barrel aging process. This tequila is a golden brown colour and has intense aromas of earth, fruit, and floral. There are also moderate aromas of vanilla and spice followed by mild caramel and smoke. A mellow taste on the tip of the tongue leads to a sweet tequila taste with no bitterness. The El Tesoro Paradiso Anejo flavour contains intense fruity, agave, and floral flavours. The tequila also has moderate intensities of vanilla and caramel followed by a mild earth and spice accents. El Tesoro Paradiso Anejo finishes with a long duration of flavour and a slightly numbing alcohol feeling.

El Tesoro de Don Felipe Anejo

£52.95

El Tesoro de Don Felipe Anejo Tequila - Remarkably full and balanced flavour, described by many connoisseurs as one of the world's finest sipping tequilas. Mexican law requires Añejo tequila to age for at least one year. El Tesoro Añejo is aged two to three years in oak barrels. This is a very fine Anejo, it has the balance of both excellent agave and aged oak flavours. I don't think anyone can complain that it's too much of either. What a perfect marriage. The nose starts out with heavy vanilla and cinnamon that tricks you at first but after the first sip, the agave hits you hard but not harsh. The body is pleasant and the finish hints of caramel with not too much alcohol burn. I guarantee that this Anejo will please even the most sceptical critic.

El Tesoro de Don Felipe Platinum

£46.75

El Tesoro de Don Felipe Platinum Tequila - Crystal clear and exceptionally smooth. Only the sweetest part of the Agave plant goes into El Tesoro Platinum. El Tesoro Platinum is bottled within 24 hours of distillation to capture the freshest Agave flavours. El Tesoro de Don Felipe Platinum is crystal clear in colour. The first nose has deep earth with generous agave scents. A second nose reveals a smoky pine aroma. The initial taste was spicy with some bitterness. The body is light to medium light with the flavour of sweet root vegetables. El Tesoro platinum is quite smooth, absolutely no burn, but with a warm alcohol sensation throughout.

Espolon Blanco

£28.55

El Espolon Blanco Tequila - The dedicated smoothness and exquisite bouquet of the Espolon Blanco Tequila recalls the memory of the characteristic agave aromas from which the spirit is made. It is filtered before bottling so that the clean, clear taste of our Tequila can be fully enjoyed by aficionados who crave the true original taste of premium agave. With a clear colour, Espolon Blanco has intense aromas of earthy and floral scents. Less apparent are moderate spice and fruit with mild smoke aromas. Upon initial taste, the tequila has a heavy mouth feel and has a slight burning sensation on the tip of the tongue. Intense flavours of agave, spice, and earth accents are followed by moderate floral and smoke flavours. The finish consists of hot alcohol intensity and a medium-to-long duration of flavour

Espolon Reposado

£30.90

El Espolon Reposado Tequila - The harmonious bouquet and brilliant golden colour are due to the attentive and painstaking production process of Espolon Reposado Tequila. With Tequila aging in mind, our white-oak barrels have been carefully designed and constructed to house the spirit for six months, giving it a balance of agave and mild wood flavour. Espolon Reposado is a yellow golden colour. Aromas consist of intense fruit, floral, and spice followed by moderate earth and smoke scents. The first sip of the tequila has a low bitterness and is sweet. The types of flavours Espolon Reposado has include intense agave, earth, floral, and spice. On the mild side, there are fruity and smokey flavours. The tequila finished with a medium-to-long duration of flavour.

Espolon Anejo

£35.50

El Espolon Anejo Tequila - This excellent Tequila has been aged twelve months in white-oak barrels, during which time the spirit acquires delicate hints of vanilla and butterscotch in addition to the other flavours of ripened agave and warm earth. Characterized by its deep, golden colour, Espolon Anejo delivers an unrivalled smoothness and flavour for the most distinguishing palate. The tequila is a dark golden yellow colour. Beginning with intense caramel and floral aromas, the deeper aromas include moderate vanilla and mild fruity scents. On the tip of the tongue there is a mellow and soft sensation that is followed by a low sweetness and low bitter taste. Upon tasting, the tequila has intense agave, floral, and earth with mild fruit, vanilla, and smoke flavours. Espolon Anejo tequila finishes with a medium-to-short duration of flavour and tingly alcohol intensity.

Exquisto Blanco

£27.35

For about 2000 years indigenous populations of Mexico have been drinking the fermented juice of the agave plant, this is known as pulque. Represented on the front of the Exquisito is a picture of “Mayahuel” a goddess of the Aztecs who apparently had 400 breasts from which she fed 400 gods - pulque. For the Aztecs 400 was a number that simply meant innumerable. Exquisito Blanco offers a smooth agave nose with hints of vanilla, very soft and unctuous on the palate with an easy, well rounded finish.

Exquisto Joven

£29.15

It was the Spanish Conquistadors who introduced distillation techniques to Mexico and they were the first to distil pulque when they had run out of their own alcoholic beverages. One area shined in terms of producing the best flavoured spirit, it was around the small town of Tequila. This was the birth of Tequila as we know it today. Exquisito Joven is golden in colour and offers full, ripe, baked agave notes on the nose. The palate is very smooth with slight pepper notes and full vanilla and caramel flavours. A lingering, smooth and silky finish.

Gran Centenario Plato

£25.30

Gran Centenario Plata is an entirely new concept in white tequilas, possessing an exclusive tone with silver flashes, plus a special aroma with herbal undertones and an incomparable softness. This is the only white tequila made of 100% agave and rested for 28 days in white oak barrels. These qualities have earned it many coveted awards, such as first prize in its category from the International Spirits Challenge in London. Discover Gran Centenario's great smoothness and versatility in sophisticated cocktails as well as straight or on the rocks.

Gran Centenario Reposado

£29.25

Gran Centenario Reposado is a Tequila of unparalleled smoothness and quality. It is distilled from carefully selected 10 year old blue agave plants and aged in new oak barrels to achieve the perfect balance of taste and smoothness. The label on this Art-Deco style bottle reminds us of a tequila legend: More than 150 years ago, Lazaro Gallardo calls for an angel, in order to hold a watchful eye on his still growing agaves.

The Tequila has a yellow golden colour, Gran Centenario Reposado has an intense floral aroma. Less apparent are moderate fruit and mild spice, earth, and caramel aromas. Upon initial taste, the tequila has a medium, oily mouth feel and is soft and mellow on the tip of the tongue. Intense flavours of floral and agave accents are followed by moderate earth, pepper, and spice flavours. The finish consists of numbing alcohol intensity and a medium-to-long duration of flavour.

Gran Centenario Anejo

£40.25

Gran Centenario Anejo is a tequila of unparalleled smoothness and quality. It is distilled from carefully selected 10-year-old blue agave plants and aged in new oak barrels to achieve the perfect balance of taste and smoothness. This is a really enjoyable anejo. It is very simple, has a sweet aroma, lots of oak, vanilla, a little smoke and spice. It is smooth and the finish has plenty of wood, but still a great tequila for the price.

Herencia de Plata Blanco

£25.55

Herencia de Plata Blanco/Silver Tequila is an exceptional mixing tequila. It is produced by the acclaimed Tequilas del Senor, and made from the finest Blue Agave grown in the rich soils of the Los Altos region of Jalisco. It is clean, sweet, smokey, herbaceous and spicy on the nose. On the palate it is dry and light-bodied with a herb and smoked agave flavour. It finishes with a wave of sweet fruit, heat and a minty, black pepper snap.

Herencia de Plata Reposado

£27.60

Herencia de Plata Reposado Tequila is matured for longer than the silver and as a result, is elegant and smooth. It is produced by the acclaimed Tequilas del Senor, and made from the finest Blue Agave grown in the rich soils of the Los Altos region of Jalisco. It has a sweet cedar and marinating spiced nose. On the palate it is lightly fruity, medium bodied with roasted pepper, dried fruit and spiced notes. It finishes with a spicy, salty snap and a breath of heat. The Anejo (which means 'rested') is a great introduction to tequila.

Herencia de Plata Anejo

£30.40

Herencia de Plata Anejo Tequila is an aged tequila, designed for sipping. It is produced by the acclaimed Tequilas del Senor, and made from the finest Blue Agave grown in the rich soils of the Los Altos region of Jalisco. On the nose it has a sweet baking spice aroma. It is dry yet fruity on the palate, with a medium body with light caramel, spice, and sweet fruity notes. It finishes with a zesty snap of herbaceous agave and pepper that fills the mouth.

Herencia Historico XO

£123.00

Herencia Historico, is over Twelve years old, it is the most unique tequila ever produced. This tequila commemorates the date of the European Union's recognition of tequila on May 27th, 1997, when the "Denomonation of Origin Tequila" agreement was signed in the city of Brussels, Belgium by the European Union and México. This is the only tequila that commemorates the date of the European Union's recognition of tequila. On this same day, 100 casks with a capacity of 500 litres each, that had been imported from Jerez de la Frontera, Spain. These sherry casks were filled and sealed with a select tequila made with 100% blue agave, resulting in a mild flavour and aroma never before achieved in any spirit. The Solera aging process adds to the taste of this incredible tequila.

Herradura Antiguo

£34.00

Antiguo is a reproduction of a 1924 version of Herradura tequila. Not only the label but the tequila is said to be an exact re-creation of the original formula. This reposado is much lighter in colour and flavours of wood than the current and highly regarded Herradura reposado.

Herradura Reposado

£34.50

Herradura Reposado Tequila - This spirit has the best reputation, acceptance and is well known in Mexico. It is aged in white oak barrels for 11 months. The soft flavour of the wood is combined with the Agave to give life to the most famous rested Tequila in Mexico and the world. Casa Herradura has produced this 100% Blue Agave Tequila for over 24 years. Its traditional taste can be enjoyed in more than 50 countries. The tequila is a darker yellow golden colour and has forceful earthy and floral aromas. Once you get past the influence of the nose, you can smell modest notes of fruit and vanilla. On the tip of the tongue the tequila is mellow and soft but yet has a restrained agave taste. While the tequila has a low bitterness, it is actually fairly sweet. The flavour has strong agave and earthy attributes which are followed by moderate floral flavours. Finally, there are mild flavours of fruit, vanilla, and spicy accents. The tequilas finish is a long length of flavour followed by a numbing alcohol feeling.

Herradura Blanco

£31.25

Herradura Blanco Suave was created in 1961. Made with 100% Blue Agave Tequilana Weber and then rested for 45 days. A white tequila, but with the initial rested tequila notes surprisingly soft. This is the only Tequila with these characteristics on the market. Excellent to be enjoyed mixed or straight, you can make the best cocktails. Its soft flavour and pleasant aroma are because of its rest in wooden barrels. Tequila Herradura Blanco Suave is the preferred tequila by the international market.

Herradura Grand Imperio Reposado

£48.55

With a yellow golden colour, this tequila has intense aromas of floral with moderate fruit. Other aromas include mild vanilla with hints of earth and spice. The tequila has a thin mouth feel and on the first sip is semi-sweet with no bitterness. Herradura Gran Imperio has numerous arrays of flavours due to its 11 months of aging. Intense floral flavours are followed by moderate to intense agave. Moderate notes include fruit and vanilla. With a long duration of flavour, tastes of mild earth, spice, and wood bring this tequila to a numbing finish

Herradura Seleccion Suprema

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Created in 1990, Selección Suprema is made from 100 percent Tequilana Weber Blue Agave. Its strength is 40% alcohol by volume and rests in barrels for 49 months. Excellence is the word to describe Seleccion Suprema. Limited edition masterpiece, made from the best of our estate grown mature agaves, creates this magical product without equal. Not the most expensive of commercial Tequilas, but proudly, the best Tequila in the world. This product has received the most valued accolades from around the world. The best agave plants, the oldest oven, the talent of the distilling master and the priceless time of its long rest, produce the magic of this unique product. Herradura Seleccion Suprema is the standard by which I measure all anejo tequilas. It is hands-down, one of the best anejo tequilas I have ever tasted. It is very rich, full-bodied, and complex. This Tequila has a dense, heavy almost syrupy feel. For an anejo, we would say it has only moderate agave flavour on the back end; but what struck me was the exceptionally long duration of flavour, even when compared to other premium tequilas. The presentation is classy to say the least simple, elegant and classic. Yes, it's £240.00 a bottle. It's not for everyday drinking. In consideration if you want to have one, super Premium tequila in your collection, you can't go wrong with this one.

Herradura Anejo

£49.00

Created in 1963, Herradura Añejo is made from 100% Tequilana Weber Blue Agaves. With an aging process of 25 months, this tequila is a nice surprise for the best tasters of the world. Herradura Añejo has been compared to best whiskies of the world by the most demanding of palates. This Tequila recreates the beauty of Hacienda San José del Refugio's old distillery. Tequila Herradura Añejo achieves its smooth taste through its long aging period in white oak barrels. The crystal appearance reveals its purity and careful development process. This tequila is a yellowish golden brown colour and has intense aromas of floral and earth. There are also mild fruit, spicy, and vanilla scents. A mellow taste on the tip of the tongue leads to a low sweetness and low-to-no bitter tequila taste. The Herradura Anejo flavor contains intense agave and earth followed by moderate vanilla and caramel accents. Herradura Anejo finishes with a short-to-medium duration of flavour and a tingly alcohol feeling.

Jose Cuervo Gold

£16.85

Cuervo Gold is the world's most popular tequila - the 'gold standard' by which others are judged. Cuervo Gold is a smooth tequila, with a slightly sweet-seeming taste. It is a blend of premium and reposado tequilas. The tequila has been rested in oak for a minimum of two months, which gives it its amber hue.

Jose Cuervo Classico White

£16.85

Although Classico was only introduced in2003, this ultra smooth and versatile spirit has already enlivened countless parties and get-togethers. Jose Cuervo is the silver-styled tequila that adds something truly refreshing to any drink - and any occasion. Delicious as a shot or in a margarita, you can use it to make ordinary moments extraordinary, and to put a new and exciting spin on your favourite cocktails.

Jose Cuervo Traditional Reposado 50cl

£17.95

Since 1795, tequila aficionados have been choosing Jose Cuervo Tradicional. This award-winning classic is crafted from 100% blue agave and rested (“reposado”, in Spanish) in oak barrels for a smoother, more refined taste. It was the Cuervo family’s first creation, and it’s still the number 1 selling 100% Agave Reposado tequila in Mexico. Those in the know keep a bottle chilled in the freezer and are always ready to serve their friends a crisp, smooth, frozen shot of Jose Cuervo Tradicional.

Jose Cuervo Reserve La Familia Platino

£45.95

The Tequila is clear in colour, this tequila has intense aromas of floral and earth. Other aromas include moderate spice and smoke with mild fruit accents. The tequila has a thin mouth feel and on the first sip is sweet with mild bitterness. Intense flavours of agave, earth, and smoke are followed by moderate notes of spice, chemicals, and floral flavours. With a medium duration of flavour this tequila finishes with a numbing finish

Jose Cuervo Reserve La Familia Anejo

£75.50

Reserva de la Familia is the Cuervo family's finest Tequila. In fact, for over 10 generations it was a family secret only shared with the closest of friends. In 1995, to celebrate their 200-year anniversary as the world's leading producer of Tequila, the Cuervo family decided to share this blend of its special Tequila reserves with people who truly savour an exceptional taste sensation. Reserva de la Familia is often served in a snifter, where its complex flavours and aromas can be fully appreciated. Produced in limited quantities with a distinct personality that varies from year to year, Reserva de la Familia has been recognized with several prestigious awards in Mexico, the United States and Europe. Each bottle is handmade, numbered, dated and sealed in wax, and every year the Cuervo family commissions a different Mexican artist to design the new collectible box for Reserva de la Familia.

Lajita Mezcal

£25.50

Made from 100% Agave and awarded the best mezcal in the USA market in 1997 and revered as the 'Gods Drink' or, 'The Mother of All Tequila'. Lajita is matured for 5 years and was founded by Mr Don Jose Villanueva, a Mexican of Spanish origin who established his distillery in 1950 to dedicate his life in making the smoothest Mezcal. It is said that the one who eats the worm will have good fortune. The maguey or agave plant is known in Mexico as the tree of wonders and from which water, wine, vinegar, syrup, thread and needles are extracted from which the ingredients maguey, pulque and tepache are used in the fermentation techniques and is where 'the worm', actually a beetle larvae starts its life!

La Cava de Don Augustin Blanco

£34.25

La Cava de Don Agustin Blanco, 100% Agave Tequila that is bottled directly after distillation. The hand selected agave is cooked using a slow steam process in stone ovens holding the proper temperatures for 72 hours, to obtain the maximum amount of sweet juices after cooking, using traditional crushing methods. A laborious handcrafted Tequila, La Cava de Don Agustin is inherited with pride and passed on to the new generations with its attractive and exclusive presentation. Crystal clear colour with long legs extending to the top of the glass. Moderate agave nose with nice depth, slight alcohol, & very clean. Complex smokey sweet with spicy cinnamon & slightly creamy initial taste. Medium body with flavours of pepper & spice. The finish starts at the tip of the tongue, rolls across the middle, and leaves with a nice open sensation. The smoothness of this tequila carried all the way through the entire tasting and finished with a nice warm glow.

La Cava de Don Augustin Reposado

£35.00

La Cava de Don Agustin Reposado, 100% Agave Tequila that is rested at least nine months in oak casks. The hand selected agave is cooked using a slow steam process in stone ovens holding the proper temperatures for 72 hours, to obtain the maximum amount of sweet juices after cooking, using traditional crushing methods. A laborious handcrafted Tequila, La Cava de Don Agustin is inherited with pride and passed on to the new generations with its attractive and exclusive presentation.

La Cava de Don Augustin Anejo

£41.15

La Cava de Don Agustin Anejo, 100% Agave Tequila aged in American oak barrels for 12 months. The hand selected agave is cooked using a slow steam process in stone ovens holding the proper temperatures for 72 hours, to obtain the maximum amount of sweet juices after cooking, using traditional crushing methods. A laborious handcrafted Tequila, La Cava de Don Agustin is inherited with pride and passed on to the new generations with its attractive and exclusive presentation.

La Chica Blanco

Out of Stock

Excellent alternative to Cuervo Classico. Smooth drinking quality tequila.Great to sip and savour or ideal as a shooter, in a Margarita or other cocktails.

La Chica Gold

Out of Stock

An excellent alternative to Cuervo Gold. La Chica Tequila Gold is made in Mexico and is ideal as a cocktail ingredient or taken as a shooter with salt and lime.

La Fogata Mezcal

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Very pale straw in colour; the aromas are extremely vegetal, with a very faint smokiness that provides an interesting backdrop. The body is big and silky, and the palate, filled with wood-smoke flavours, is surprisingly understated. Some citrus notes also show themselves on the tongue, and the finish is warm and very long-lasting.

La Penca Mezcal (2 Worms)

£27.55

Packaged in a hand blown Artisan bottle, La Penca is complemented by the presence of two Agave grubs (worms), rather than the traditional one. In the 19th Century, aristocrats had a special preference towards Mezcal, it was known among them as The Cognac of Mexico, because of its unique flavour and exquisite softness. Distilled from Salmaina, an outstanding form of Maguey (Agave), the mezcal is stored in white oak barrels to age, maintaining tradition and ensuring the distinctive flavour profile.

Maestro Dobel Diamond Reposado

£44.95

Maestro Dobel Diamond Reposado Tequila, a 100% Agave blend of Reposado, Anejo, and Extra Anejo Tequilas which have been gently filtered giving the Tequila an incredible Diamond Clarity and crispness. Juan Dobel, working with Maestros Marco Anguiano and Luis Yerenas, wanted to create his own brand and offer Tequila Aficionados something truly unique. Each Agave used is grown for 8 to 10 years, and hand selected at one of a small number of our family's best quality producing ranches. This hand-crafted product is produced in small batches and aged in new oak casks from Southern Europe. Juan-Dobel’s dedication to providing the finest hand-crafted tequila extends to Maestro Dobel’s meticulous packaging. Each imposing bottle is built on a thick metallic base and is emblazoned with a unique crystal-cut design. Each bottle is filled and labeled by hand and then individually numbered. Unique for tequila, Dobel recognizes the ranch from which the 8-10 year-old agave was harvested. Appearance: very light straw, clear - full body and tears. Aroma: mild alcohol, light nose of fermented grapes, coffee, oak and vanilla. Initial Taste: sweet nut and chocolate, mild spice. Spirit Body: fruit and butter, hints of vanilla and mint, thick and warm. Finish / Aftertaste: warm and smooth finish, medium chocolate and mint aftertaste. A unique and mild spirit, containing many smooth aromas and flavours.

Maracame Blanco

£45.45

Maracame Plata Tequila, clear and white, this Plata Tequila is double distilled and full of pure Agave flavour. Each Maracame bottle displays a delicate work of art from Huichol artisans, proudly representing one of the most colourful cultures in Mexico.

Maracame Reposado

£52.50

Maracame a micro estate 100% agave very limited edition tequila from the finest selected agave plants. Each bottle is adorned with unique handcrafted decoration made by the huichol community in the jalisco state of mexico where this tequila is produced. It takes long years of intense physical and mental preparation to become a great maracame (a shaman, priest and spiritual guide) in the huichol indian community and so our Gran Maracame tequila is named after this revered holy man. Maracame is an exquisite blend of white and aged 100% pure blue agave tequila from los altos de jalisco regarded as the ultimate region for growing agave because of its red soil, high altitude and perfect climate. Maracame Reposado Tequila, rich golden colour and great taste, this Reposado Tequila is double distilled and aged for 9 months in American white oak barrels.

Maracame Anejo

£65.40

Maracame Anejo Tequila, beautiful amber colour and full of flavour, this Anejo Tequila is double distilled and aged for 18 months in American white oak barrels. Maracame Anejo is wonderful for its unique flavours and the lightness on the palate. The aroma is clear and inviting with hints of brown sugar and vanilla. Initially it comes across as light and smooth and then the flavour grows releasing touches of wood and cinnamon. Its unique taste is what makes this tequila so memorable. It is not like many other Anejos in that it is not tremendously robust, relying rather, on a depth of flavours. This is an easy to drink Tequila reminiscent of fine cognacs or calvados.

Maracame Gran Platino

£152.70

Super premium Tequila Gran Maracame Platino, 100% pure Agave, limited edition, is produced using carefully selected Agave from the "Los Altos de Jalsico" region.

The perfect blend of white and aged Tequila provides a smooth spirit with a combination of cooked Agave, and a touch of wood and vanilla. Maracame Gran Platino has a pale nickel straw colour. On the nose you get roasted pepper, grilled lime, and sweet raisin aromas. A lush round entry leads to a glycerous medium full

body of rich dried pineapple, cream, sea salt, roasted yellow pepper, and suede flavours. Finishes with a long peppery spice and wet stone fade. This Tequilas has an outstanding depth and length of flavour. A premium Tequila, which is for sipping and savouring

Ocho Blanco

£19.40

For Ocho Blanco, the Agaves have been harvested in Rancho La Rivera close to the Lerma River, which empties into Lake Chapala. This land has an altitude of 1,600 Metres and soil similar to that of the Tequila Valley giving a forward, earthy character – a real Tequila lover’s Tequila. Nose: Full, ripe Agave opening up to rounded sweetness. Slight citrus and marzipan accents. Taste: Intense, ‘forward’ Agave flavour on the attack which develops into a ‘high’ sweet fruitiness [reminiscent of an eau de vie de prune] Continues with nuances of pepper, citrus and earth. Balanced and smooth despite the intensity of flavours. Finish is extremely long due to its concentration - goes on and on and the sweetness re-visits

Ocho Reposado

£20.40

In making Ocho Reposado, the Agaves have been harvested in Rancho El Vergel. This land has an altitude of 2,000 metres and soil which is reddish brown, more typical of the Los Altos (Highlands) Tequila producing region. Ocho Reposado is rested for precisely 8 weeks and 8 days for the unparalleled smoothness and complexity which mark a truly great sipping Tequila. Nose: Delicate, soft and vanilla. Taste: Fine almond, vanilla with slight cinnamon notes. Hints of tapenade, vegetal. Very little evidence of oak or woodiness. Chewy, warm mouth-feel and a long subtle finish

Ocho Anejo

£47.75

An estate-grown, 100% Blue Agave Tequila, OCHO is produced as a collaboration between Tomas Estes (the man credited with bringing the first bottle of Tequila to Europe) and renowned distillers, the Camarena family. What's really unique about OCHO is that it bears the first ever 'Tequila vintage'. This 'Vintage' signifies the exact year of harvest and location of the Agave plants that the spirit was derived from, under-lining the finely balanced relationship between the terroir and quality of raw materials. OCHO Anejo is aged for at least one year for unparalleled smoothness and complexity which mark a truly great sipping Tequila. Most Tequilas are distilled for consistency, OCHO Single Estate Vintages will showcase complex nuances in nose and flavour year to year for each of their Tequilas. 'Single Estate' means all of the Agave is harvested from a single field, which bear the personality of the soil and climate. Each vintage will produce a limited number of bottles from a separate estate. Aroma: A very fruity and floral aroma. Palate: A semi Oily mouth feel with no bitterness. A sweet entry with an initial taste of fruit (berry). Body: A great agave body with hints of citrus and cinnamon. Not too woody for an anejo, but that didnt take away from it being a great anejo at all. Finish: A nicely semi heated finish of medium duration, with a lingering full of fruit and floral

Olmeca Silver

£24.50

Olmeca Blanco represents the virgin sate of tequila. An unaged spirit that captures the flavours from the Jalisco Highlands.Made with premium blue agave Tequilana Weber. A clear and honest tequila with an authentic flavour from the hearts of the premium blue agaves used in its production. The original unaged tequila is a must if you want to enjoy the full character of this spirit. Drink it mixed with some refreshments in slammers, cocktails or long drinks. Colour: Clear, silvery.
Nose: Herbal notes, a hint of green pepper, delicate citrus scents. Palate: Smoky flavours, slightly bitter, heathery honey finish.

Olmeca Reposado

£25.75

Olmeca Reposado Tequila is double distilled from Mexican Agave in copper pot stills, and matured in oak barrels, resulting in a clean and harmonic tequila of exceptional taste and smoothness.

Olmeca Tezon Blanco

£45.75

Olmeca Tezon Tequila Blanco is stunningly packaged in hand blown glass bottles and has an authentic stone stopper. It is made from 100% Blue Agave harvested from the highlands of Jalisco. The agave has to be 7-8 years old before it can be harvested and is then cooked for three days to turn the starch into sugar. It is then pressed in a device called a Tezontle, which is made from an indigenous volcanic mineral. This is the implement from which Tezon takes its name. Tezon Blanco is bottled immediately after the distillation process and is clear and bright as a result. It has light herbal and citrus tones on the nose. On the palate it has citrus fruits and vanilla with just a smidgen of honey, vanilla and spice.

Olmeca Tezon Reposado

£51.05

Olmeca Tezon Tequila Reposado is stunningly packaged in hand blown glass bottles and has an authentic stone stopper. It is made from 100% Blue Agave harvested from the highlands of Jalisco. The agave has to be 7-8 years old before it can be harvested and is then cooked for three days to turn the starch into sugar. It is then pressed in a device called a Tezontle, which is made from an indigenous volcanic mineral. This is the implement that Tezon takes its name from. Tezon Reposado is aged for 8-10 months in oak casks after the distillation process and is a light, golden straw colour as a result. It has pronounced mandarin and lime notes with a hint of sea salt on the nose. On the palate it has elegant spiciness, vanilla richness all wrapped in gorgeous grapefruit and orange covers.

Olmeca Tezon Anejo

£58.95

Olmeca Tezon Tequila Anejo is stunningly packaged in hand blown glass bottles and has an authentic stone stopper. It is made from 100% Blue Agave harvested from the highlands of Jalisco. The agave has to be 7-8 years old before it can be harvested and is then cooked for three days to turn the starch into sugar. It is then pressed in a device called a Tezontle, which is made from an indigenous volcanic mineral. This is the implement that Tezon takes its name from. Tezon Anejo is aged for 18-20 months in oak casks after the distillation process and takes on a golden amber colour. It has rich caramel and butterscotch with a touch of orange peel on the nose. On the palate butterscotch and orange peel come through followed by hints of sea salt and mellow oak.

Patron Anejo

£57.50

Patrón Anejo is a delicate blend of uniquely aged tequilas. As in many premium red wines the blends must be adjusted for each vintage. The same care and attention is paid when blending Patrón Anejo. All the aged tequilas are aged in small white oak barrels. The tequila is carefully supervised aging of by the authorities insuring exact aging information. Patrón tequilas are exceptional for a reason. Firstly they are produced from 100% Weber Tequilana Blue Agave which when grown in this region of Jalisco is known to produce excellent high quality "honey" or sugar levels.
The second and primary reason for the excellence of Patrón tequilas can be equated to time and care. Like great wines the creation of a great tequila cannot be rushed. The basic reason that Patrón tequilas are priced as they are is due to using only the highest quality "agave pineapples", properly selected, trimmed and thereafter allowing nature’s time for cooking, fermenting, distilling and aging. Excellence can not be forced. All of this time and care results in the unequaled soft, smooth and delicious Patrón tequilas.

Patron Silver

£50.50

Patrón Silver is called young or "joven" tequila. A similarity may be made to a young or nouvelle wine. It is known for its lite, fresh, crystal clear look and an elegant smoothness not found in other silver tequilas. Many prefer this smooth soft and lite tequila over an aged and slightly oaky flavor. Those that know the difference may find Patrón Silver the finest silver tequila available. It is perfect for blending, with high quality mixer or may easily be sipped as is recommended with Patrón Anejo and Patrón Reposado.Patrón tequilas are exceptional for a reason. Firstly they are produced from 100% Weaber Tequilana Blue Agave which when grown in this region of Jalisco is known to produce excellent high quality "honey" or sugar levels. The second and primary reason for the excellence of Patrón tequilas can be equated to time and care. Like great wines the creation of a great tequila cannot be rushed. The basic reason that Patrón tequilas are priced as they are is due to using only the highest quality "agave pineapples", properly selected, trimmed and thereafter allowing natures time for cooking, fermenting, distilling and aging. Excellence can not be forced. All of this time and care results in the unequaled soft, smooth and delicious Patrón tequilas.

Patron Reposado

£52.25

Patrón Reposado is aged in oak barrels for a minimum of six months. Patrón Reposado is aged and blended to incorporate the fresh clean taste of Patrón Silver with a hint of the oak flavor found in Patrón Anejo. Reposado style tequila has been popular in Mexico for many years and is experiencing an excellent reception by most tequila connoisseurs world wide. Patrón Reposado may be enjoyed as a sipping tequila or mixed with high quality mixers. It makes an excellent "ultra premium" margarita. Patrón tequilas are exceptional for a reason. Firstly they are produced from 100% Weaber Tequilana Blue Agave which when grown in this region of Jalisco is known to produce excellent high quality "honey" or sugar levels. The second and primary reason for the excellence of Patrón tequilas can be equated to time and care. Like great wines the creation of a great tequila cannot be rushed. The basic reason that Patrón tequilas are priced as they are is due to using only the highest quality "agave pineapples", properly selected, trimmed and thereafter allowing nature’s time for cooking, fermenting, distilling and aging. Excellence can not be forced. All of this time and care results in the unequalled soft, smooth and delicious Patrón tequilas.

Patron XO Cafe

£32.50

Patrón XO Café is produced and blended in the state of Jalisco, Mexico. Jalisco is known for producing the finest tequila in the world. Patrón XO Café is created to very exact specifications by a small family owned distillery. The owners are known to produce some of the highest quality Agave tequilas of their type. Patrón XO Café originated from a very unique blend of XO Fine tequila and pure natural coffee essence. Patrón XO Café is produced at 70 proof (35% Alc. by volume). Patrón XO Café was conceived to be a coffee tequila more than an overly sweet coffee liqueur. The product is blended to be "dry" not sweet as with most low proof coffee liqueurs. The higher proof brings out the flavour of the pure coffee essence and the XO Fine tequila. The sugars are kept to a minimum allowing the product to be consumed as a cocktail as well as an excellent liqueur or ingredient in gourmet cooking. Patrón XO Café has tremendous versatility and we believe it is the finest tequila coffee liqueur.

Patron Gran Platinum

£203.00

Gran Patrón is the world’s finest platinum tequila. Triple distilled then aged to perfection, it is a true connoisseur’s silver tequila. This is the smoothest sipping tequila ever produced. With claims of being the smoothest sipping tequila ever produced, the Patron Spirits Company’s Gran Patron Platinum Tequila is created using hand selected Weber blue agave grown in the hills of Jalisco, Mexico. The agave is pruned; there are certain bitter sprouts which must be carefully removed from the pineapple like heart before steam baking. Then triple distilled and aged to provide a superior taste. Each bottle is a piece of art in itself, handmade from crystal and polished, hand signed and numbered with an etched label. The bottle is surrounded by velvet, and held in a handmade, collectible level quality curly maple wood box.

Patron Gran Burdeos Anejo

£444.30

Gran Patron Burdeos Anejo Tequila is distilled at 55% alcohol volume from the finest blue Agave grown in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico. The Tequila is matured in a blend of American and French oak barrels and aged for a minimum of 12 months. It is then distilled again before it is racked in vintage Bordeaux barrels, hand-selected from the great chateaux of France to add the distinctive flavours of vanilla, raisins and dried fruit found in the finest Bordeaux wine. Each bottle is placed in a box handcrafted from a single piece of black walnut, designed to double as a display case for the bar. Set in a bed of suede, the unleaded crystal bottle is cork finished like wine and sealed with a crystal cap. The packaging includes a specially designed corkscrew to assist with opening and an unleaded crystal bee stopper to preserve every drop. Once you pull the cork and get your first scent of the contents, you know you are in for an incredible luxury. If you did not know better you would believe you were about to taste an especially fine wine or possibly a cognac. The initial taste is all agave with a very slight dry fruit finish. It will deceive you into thinking the agave bite is to come; however this tequila will have not an iota of that. Smooth and graceful, it provides just an adequate amount of warmness to remind you of its humble early development.

Partida Blanco

£52.25

Partida Blanco Tequila, redolent of Blue Agave, brilliant, clean and crisp. Well balanced with a natural, pure Agave flavour and a pleasant finish that lingers gently on the palate. The most distinctive Blanco that is truest to the Agave with remarkable quality and individuality. The tequila is clear in colour and has an intense earthy and floral aroma. Once you get past the intensity of the nose, you can smell moderate notes of fruit and spice. On the tip of the tongue the tequila is mellow and soft but yet has a strong agave taste. While the tequila has a low bitterness, it is actually fairly sweet. The flavour has intense agave and earthy attributes which are followed by moderate fruit and floral. Lastly, there are mild flavours of spice. The tequilas finish is a short-to-medium duration of flavour followed by a mildly numbing alcohol feeling.

Partida Reposado

£56.95

Partida Reposado is smooth and rich with Partida's signature touch of sweetness. The Tequila is aged for six months in American oak Barrels that once contained Jack Daniel's Bourbon. Partida Tequila is the product of a special marriage between ages-old Tequila traditions and cutting edge technology insuring that each and every sip of Partida Tequila delivers the pure natural essence of Blue Agave. Our Agave is cultivated for 10 years, harvested by hand and then baked in state-of-the-art stainless steel autoclaves. Partida Reposado delivers nuances of flavour tequila drinkers may not have thought possible and without the overbearing Smokey flavour common to many reposado tequilas. It has beautiful light amber colour with golden tones, transparent and clean, brilliant and full bodied. On the nose you will find aromas of vanilla, hazelnut and almond with a deep, rich finish. This is a stunningly elegant reposado that is the model of finesse.

Partida Anejo

£63.85

Partida Anejo Tequila, aged eighteen months, a rarity among super premium brands, exhibits a depth of flavour that only comes from advanced aging. The Tequila has an intense golden colour with ochre and copper tones; Looks clean and full-bodied. A fruity aroma with notes of cherry, almond, dried fruit and spices. Soft honey fruited tones, with flavours of banana, chocolate and sweet pear with a finish that is spectacular. This Tequila is to be savoured slowly.

Partida Familia Elegante Extra Anejo

£306.55

Partida Elegante is crafted from the very best blue agave - Elegante achieves an exceptionally clean, pure agave taste that is unrivalled.  The spirit is then distilled and aged to perfection for more than 36 months in American oak to ensure a truly divine tasting experience. There are less than 1,500 bottles available worldwide. Distinctive and refined Elegante is enclosed in a stunning gift box and includes a crystal top for the Elegante bottle, which can serve as a decanter once the tequila is finished.  Tied around the neck of each bottle of Elegante is a unique and beautiful Mexican sterling silver Partida Tequila Spirit Bird necklace. Partida Elegante ages their extra anejo for at least 36 months which causes it to be a dark amber brown colour. Intense aromas of this tequila include caramel and floral notes that are followed by moderate notes of fruit. In addition, mild aromas include vanilla and spice. In the mouth, the extra anejo is medium to heavy. While the tequila is semisweet, there is only the slightest hint of bitterness. When examining the flavours of Partida Elegante, first impressions include intense floral accents. On a second sip, I noticed moderate flavours of agave, vanilla, and caramel. When searching for deeper flavours upon tasting the tequila, one can taste mild notes of wood and earth. This tequila has a long duration of flavours and has a nice subtle numbing alcohol intensity.

Porfidio Triple Distilled Plata

£67.95

Colour: White crystal. Nose: Spicy, smoky, hint of caramelised vegetables.
Palate: Rich palate with undertones of vanilla, cinnamon and gentle honey. Finish: Gentle heat with cooked plums and oranges. The agave takes 10 years to reach maturity and there are therefore only ten harvests per century. Each huge agave plant weighs 50 kilos (100 pounds) on average and 10 kilos (20 pounds) of agave are required to produce just one litre of agave spirit. By contrast, sugar cane, barley and grapes can be harvested at least once a year making rum, whisky and brandy rather less expensive to produce. At Destileria Porfidio, they steam-cook the agave plants for at least 24 hours. Once the cooking cycle is complete, the softened agave fibre has to be pressed to separate the agave juices from the agave fibre. Press: As with ultra-premium olive oil, only the first pressing of the agave fibre is used for the production of Porfidio spirits. In addition, Porfidio does not dilute the freshly squeezed agave juice during the pressing process as some manufacturers would, as this would reduce the quality of the agave juice. The agave juice derived from mature agave plants contains natural agave sugar, which is the basis for the subsequent fermentation process. The agave juice is brownish in colour and similar to coffee in appearance. The agave juice is fermented by introducing micro-organisms, or good bacteria, which convert the sugar into alcohol. Bad bacteria would turn the agave juices into vinegar. The fermented agave juice has an alcoholic content of only 12% abv. Destileria Porfidio is the only factory in Mexico which implements quality fermentation in a rigorously controlled and therefore ideal environment. The fermented agave juice is distilled three times, in traditional alambic pots, separating the heads and the tails at each distillation and only keeping the heart of each distillate. Plata Triple-Distilled at 45% alcohol by volume is also the starting point for the ageing process which will over time produce Porfidio A�ejo Single-Barrel. Prior to bottling, Porfidio Plata is adjusted to exactly 38% alcohol by volume.

Porfidio Single Barrel Anejo

£119.00

Colour: Deep golden colour. Nose: Toffee, smoky, orangey. Palate: Butterscotch notes with the subtlety of an aged cognac.The agave takes 10 years to reach maturity and there are therefore only ten harvests per century. Each huge agave plant weighs 50 kilos (100 pounds) on average and 10 kilos (20 pounds) of agave are required to produce just one litre of agave spirit. By contrast, sugar cane, barley and grapes can be harvested at least once a year making rum, whisky and brandy rather less expensive to produce. At Destileria Porfidio, they steam-cook the agave plants for at least 24 hours. Once the cooking cycle is complete, the softened agave fibre has to be pressed to separate the agave juices from the agave fibre. Press: As with ultra-premium olive oil, only the first pressing of the agave fibre is used for the production of Porfidio spirits. In addition, Porfidio does not dilute the freshly squeezed agave juice during the pressing process as some manufacturers would, as this would reduce the quality of the agave juice. The agave juice derived from mature agave plants contains natural agave sugar, which is the basis for the subsequent fermentation process. The agave juice is brownish in colour and similar to coffee in appearance. The agave juice is fermented by introducing micro-organisms, or 'good' bacteria, which convert the sugar into alcohol. 'Bad' bacteria would turn the agave juices into vinegar. The fermented agave juice has an alcoholic content of only 12% abv. Destileria Porfidio is the only factory in Mexico which implements quality fermentation in a rigorously controlled and therefore ideal environment.

Reserva del Senor Blanco

£24.95

Reserva del Senor Reposado

£27.95

Scorpion Blanco

£17.90

Scorpion Gold

£17.90

Sotol Hacienda de Chihuahua Plata

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Sotol, like tequila, is a kind of Mezcal, and is made 100% from wild harvested agavacea that grows only in the High Chihuahuan desert of Northern Mexico. This is the purest version of this exquisite spirit. Geared for the true aficionado, either mixed or straight, it offers the fullest wild agavacea taste and complexity which differentiates sotol from any other agave based spirit such as tequila, Mezcal, and bacanora. Youthful and clear, with medium sweet grassy nose and mild scent of smoke, sharp alcohol initial taste with mint, agave full body, with mild spice and floral undertone finish and aftertaste.

Sotol Hacienda de Chihuahua Reposado

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Chihuahua is the largest state in Mexico. Bordering Texas and New Mexico it encompasses an area of 150,000 square miles and is Mexico's leading producer of Apples, Pecans, Jalapenos and…Sotol? Like its cousins, Tequila and Mezcal, Sotol has its own denomination of origin. Sotol, Mezcal and Tequila are all made from the agave (agavacea) plant. Tequila is made only from the Blue Weber agave. Mezcal can be made from a larger variety, the most popular being Espadin and Tobala. Sotol is only made from the agave grown in Chihuahua State. The Sotol agaves grow wild in the harsh Chihuahua terrain and are smaller than most agaves, yielding a unique rich character with exceptional taste. Sotol Hacienda de Chihuahua Reposado is the pride of Jose Daumas Gil de Partearroyo, Master Distiller, “Hacienda de Chihuahua” is 100% wild harvested, slow-steam cooked, naturally fermented (with champagne yeasts), double distilled and aged in new French Oak casks from Limoge, France. Its low 76 proof enhances the product’s mixing abilities. The product is 100% pure and organic and packaged in handmade bottles.

Sotol Hacienda de Chihuahua Anejo

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Hacienda de Chihuahua Anejo Sotol - Aged in new French white oak barrels. A tribute to demanding tastes, 2 years old.100% wild harvested Sotol. Fermented with champagne yeast. Completely pure and organic. Bright golden brown in colour. It has a nutty caramel coffee nose, initial taste of grass and fruit, becoming mooth and sweet with a mild spicy finish. It has an enjoyably long floral and mint aftertaste. This is a well rounded Agave spirit with surprises throughout.

Sauza Hacienda

£16.35

Sauza Hacienda Tequila is a reposado style tequila. It is rested in American white oak for 4 months and is mellower than the blanco or joven tequila. It is soft and balanced; on the palate it is initially sweet, with vanilla and clean, light agave. It won the Silver Medal at the 2004 International Wine and Spirit Competition.

Sauza Silver

£22.00

Sauza Blanco - Clear, un-aged Tequila distilled from blue agave. It delivers a taste which, while fiery and peppery, and a little hot, is closest to the agave itself. This Tequila is one of Mexico's most popular brands. 

Sauza Hornitos Reposado

£22.75

The Tequila has a pale straw colour. With a sweet, creamy powdered sugar and vanilla nose. A silky attack lead to a light-to medium- bodied palate with well balanced fruitiness, and mildly roasted agave flavours. The finish is very smooth with a hint of spicy oak. This Tequila is mild and refined.

Sauza Commemorativo

£27.10

The colour is natural gold. On the nose you will find authentic agave notes complemented with the perfect balance of sultana raisins, caramel and oak. It is full bodied, round and smooth.This is the classic oak-aged Tequila! Smooth vanilla and authentic agave for the incomparable margarita. On the finish there is lots of oak with a clean, warm, smooth ending. Sauza Commemorativo, part of this Sauza Tequila Family, is produced from the finest blue agave for incomparable taste, quality, authenticity and aged in oak barrels for up to four years. This extra aging gives Sauza Commemorativo super premium anejo tequila its uniquely smooth taste and texture.

Tres Sombreros Silver

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Tres Sombreros - authentic Mexican Tequila distilled from the purest blue agave, imported from the Jalisco region of Mexico. The Tequila is available in two varieties - Tres Sombreros Blanco, smooth and refreshing with a crystalline colour and Tres Sombreros Gold, a wonderful golden hue produced by ageing in oak casks.

Tres Sombreros Gold

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Tres Sombreros - authentic Mexican Tequila distilled from the purest blue agave, imported from the Jalisco region of Mexico. The Tequila is available in two varieties - Tres Sombreros Blanco, smooth and refreshing with a crystalline colour and Tres Sombreros Gold, a wonderful golden hue produced by ageing in oak casks.

XQ Blanco

£45.95

Agave looks a bit like Aloe Vera and it can take up to 10 years to mature. When all the leaves have been removed the plant looks a bit like a pineapple and so are called piña’s. XQ Blanco is un-aged and made from 100% blue agave. The hand selected agave piña’s are slow baked in a traditional oven which softens them ready to be crushed and the juice extracted. This Tequila has delicate, citrus agave notes on the nose. The palate is smooth and tinged with white pepper. The finish is long and supple.

XQ Reposado

£51.05

Agave juice is fermented and we have an alcoholic wash known traditionally as pulque, which is then distilled. At XQ distillery they use traditional copper pot stills and put the spirit through three times, using only the ‘heart’ of the distillate. Reposado means rested and a reposado can be rested for up to one year. XQ Reposado, as the whole range, is incredibly smooth, largely due to the triple distillation technique used. Rich yet clean agave flavours with hints of vanilla.

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