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El Tequileno Reposado Gran Reserve - Item Code: 05672
Tasting Notes and Characteristics:
El Tequileno Reposado Gran Reserve offers a smooth, inviting sip perfect for relaxed evenings or celebratory gatherings. With an ABV of 40%, this tequila is crafted in Mexico using carefully selected blue agave and aged in American oak barrels, which imparts a gentle complexity to its character. The production process honors traditional methods, resulting in a spirit that balances authenticity with refined craftsmanship.
On the palate, El Tequileno Reposado Gran Reserve reveals notes of vanilla, caramel, and subtle oak layered with hints of cooked agave and dried fruit. These flavors make it an excellent companion for grilled shrimp, where the tequila’s sweetness complements the seafood’s charred edges. It also pairs beautifully with carnitas tacos; the spirit’s mellow spice and touch of woodiness enhance the savory richness of slow-cooked pork while cleansing the palate between bites.
Producer Information: Tequila Selecto de Amatitán
Tequila Selecto de Amatitán is based in the heart of Jalisco, Mexico, specifically in the town of Amatitán, a region celebrated for its rich volcanic soil and ideal agave-growing conditions. The company was established by a group of local entrepreneurs with deep roots in traditional tequila-making practices. Their production approach centers on using 100% blue Weber agave, harvested at peak maturity to ensure optimal sugar content. They employ both traditional brick ovens for slow-cooking the agave and stainless steel autoclaves for efficiency, blending artisanal methods with modern technology to achieve consistent quality.
Beyond their core line of tequilas, Tequila Selecto de Amatitán offers an expanded portfolio that includes aged expressions such as reposado and añejo tequilas, each matured in American oak barrels to develop complex flavor profiles. The distillery also produces specialty spirits like flavored tequilas infused with natural essences and limited-edition bottlings crafted for collectors. In addition to tequila, they have experimented with mezcal production using agave varieties native to other Mexican states, broadening their reach within the premium spirits market. Their diverse offerings cater to both connoisseurs seeking nuanced sipping experiences and mixologists looking for versatile cocktail bases.
Ordering and Delivery Options for this Tequila
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Store Address:
Broadway Liquor & Wine Warehouse
5790 Broadway, Bronx, NY 10463, United States.
Tequila is a distilled spirit made primarily from the blue agave plant (Agave tequilana), predominantly produced in the Jalisco region of Mexico, along with some areas in Guanajuato, Michoacán, Nayarit, and Tamaulipas. This unique spirit undergoes a meticulous distillation process, typically involving double distillation in pot stills or column stills. Tequila is categorized into several types based on its aging process: Blanco (unaged or aged less than 2 months), Reposado (aged between 2 months and 1 year), Añejo (aged between 1 and 3 years), and Extra Añejo (aged over 3 years). Each type offers distinct flavor profiles ranging from fresh and herbal to rich and complex.
The flavor and aroma of tequila vary significantly across its categories. Blanco tequilas are known for their crisp texture with fresh citrus notes, peppery hints, and agave sweetness. Reposado tequilas present a softer profile with vanilla and caramel undertones derived from oak aging. Añejo varieties boast richer flavors such as chocolate, coffee, and dried fruit alongside pronounced oak influence. Extra Añejo tequilas deliver complex layers of deep wood characteristics combined with smoothness. Tequila is versatile in cocktails; it serves as the base for popular drinks like Margaritas, Tequila Sunrises, Palomas, and various craft cocktails that highlight agave spirits.
