Warm and immediate on the nose, a hit of toasted agave and warm vanilla wraps your senses like sunlight on a courtyard; Tequila Ocho Reposado Las Raíces 101 Proof offers bright cooked blue agave, baked green apple, orange peel, and a smoky cinnamon finish that lingers with leather and toasted oak. This expression, produced from 100% blue agave and rested in oak barrels as typical for reposado tequilas, carries ABV as 50.50%, comes from Mexico, and pairs beautifully with charred Carne asada or a square of bittersweet dark chocolate to balance its heat and sweetness.
Producer Information: Casa San Matías
Casa San Matías, based in Mendoza, Argentina, began as a family-run estate rooted in the high-altitude vineyards of the Uco Valley and developed from a small artisanal cellar into a producer focused on site-expressive bottlings; their founding philosophy emphasizes low-intervention viticulture, native yeast ferments when appropriate, and careful oak use to preserve varietal clarity, a production focus that ties directly to Mendoza’s clay-limestone soils and cool diurnal shifts. The house has built a category-specific reputation for elegant Malbecs and crisp Torrontés that reflect vineyard sites, while also producing limited-edition blends, a small portfolio of barrel-aged reds, and a boutique line of grappa-style spirits distilled from leftover pomace, all underscoring their location-driven approach to winemaking and cellar craftsmanship.
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.
