The first sip of Sauza Tequila Hornitos Plata 1L instantly awakens your senses with a bright, peppery kick and a clean, citrusy finish that lingers just long enough to make you crave another taste. Crafted in Mexico from blue agave, this tequila delivers crisp herbal notes and subtle hints of green apple, making it the perfect companion for fresh ceviche or the smoky sweetness of tacos al pastor. With an alcohol by volume of 40.00%, Hornitos Plata brings both vibrancy and balance to any gathering, whether you’re mixing up margaritas or savoring it neat alongside your favorite Mexican dishes.
Producer Information: Beam Suntory
Beam Suntory traces its roots to two distinct traditions: the American whiskey heritage of Kentucky and the Japanese art of distillation. Founded through the 2014 merger of Jim Beam, established in 1795 in Clermont, Kentucky, and Suntory, which began crafting spirits in Osaka in 1899, the company blends centuries-old bourbon craftsmanship with meticulous Japanese attention to detail. Their production philosophy emphasizes local terroir—Kentucky’s limestone-filtered water for bourbon and Japan’s pristine natural resources for whisky—while integrating innovative aging techniques such as Mizunara oak casks. Beyond their flagship bourbons and Japanese whiskies like Yamazaki and Hakushu, Beam Suntory produces a diverse portfolio including Courvoisier cognac from France’s Jarnac region, Laphroaig single malt from Islay’s peaty coastlines, Canadian Club whisky from Ontario, as well as Roku gin distilled with Japanese botanicals and Haku vodka crafted from local rice. This global approach allows them to maintain category-specific excellence while highlighting each location’s unique character in every bottle.
Ordering and Delivery Options for this Tequila
Alcohol Delivery & Pickup Methods
All alcohol delivery orders will be confirmed by email during business hours within 1 business day. If there are any problems with your order, we will contact you via email. We use the following fulfillment methods:
Planning to pick up a bottle in person? Here’s how to reach our Bronx store from the Metro Botanical Garden station:
Directions:
From the Metro station, Head northwest on Bedford Park Blvd toward Webster Ave (282 ft).
Turn right onto Webster Ave (0.1 mi).
Turn left onto E Mosholu Pkwy S (1.0 mi).
Turn left toward Goulden Ave (0.1 mi).
Turn right onto Goulden Ave (259 ft).
Turn left onto Sedgwick Ave (0.3 mi).
Turn right onto Van Cortlandt Ave W (0.2 mi).
Slight left onto Bailey Ave (0.2 mi).
Turn right onto W 238th St (0.2 mi).
Turn left onto Broadway (364 ft).
You have arrived at our store.
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.
