Also sign me up for newsletters so I can get special offers, recommendations, and expert advice to my inbox! This earthy, citrus-laced tequila comes in a hand-finished calavera (skull-shaped bottle) in tribute to the traditions of Mexico's Day of the Dead. Now they’re making a measured bet that the tequila market that they’ve helped establish has grown and matured enough to support not only ultra-premium offerings, but higher end premium offers that offer a distinctly different riff on what agave can bring to the equation.

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While it may not be inexpensive, it is a top-ranked extra añejo and an excellent choice for a premium bottle. The two new serves were handcrafted with Tequila and Mezcal enthusiasts in mind, Patrón has said in a press release.From the nose on the Roca Silver, you’d never guess that it’s a higher of a proof tequila as it’s actually considerably less “in your face” than the traditional Patron Silver. Like its other Patrón counterparts, each bottle of Patrón Reposado is unique, made from recycled glass and hand-numbered. Francisco Alcaraz is the world’s first ever tequila inspector, which we have to assume is probably the best kind of inspector you can be besides Inspector Gadget.

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The flavor surprisingly has a strong oak influence for a 2-month-aged reposado, with a touch of sweetness but harshness and a clove taste that may not appeal to some. Jose Cuervo Tradicional Silver is a premium offering from this mammoth distillery – it's a slick, 100 per cent agave spirit that has well-balanced smoothness and sweetness. Jalisco-born Guillermo del Toro is responsible for many wondrous creations — “Pan’s Labyrinth,”“Blade II,” that million-times-Oscar-nominated bizarre aquatic love story. With the Roca Patron line, Patron has done something really interesting: they’ve released a line of tequilas that are completely absent of the flavor characteristics which have helped make Patron a massive success. The smoothness of Gran Patron Platinum sets it apart in the lineup, thanks to a triple distillation and charcoal filtration process that removes any harshness.

I’m J Highland, and for over 30 years, I’ve been deeply immersed in the captivating world of Tequila, Mezcal, and other agave spirits. Roca Silver Tequila is all about presenting agave in a way that’s decidedly light, dry, and delicate. The balance of fresh agave and oak wood with subtle fruit, citrus and honey notes makes it an excellent sipping tequila or for a premium cocktail. Patrón Ahumado Reposado should be served neat, on the rocks or in a cocktail like a Paloma or Old Fashioned. Patrón Reposado perfects this classic cocktail alongside refreshing grapefruit juice and sparkling water.

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Yes, there is a sprawling, gorgeous Hacienda Patrón, home to the distillery and La Casona, a year-old private guesthouse that kind of looks like the residence of a James Bond villain.From hand-harvesting the best 100 percent Weber Blue Agave, to the traditional, time-honored distillation process and individual labeling, numbering, and inspection of each bottle, PATRÓN® is crafted with meticulous precision and care. They also share compost with the local community and installed a natural gas pipeline to reduce CO 2 emissions. Over a double old fashioned glass, use a vegetable peeler to take off two strips of orange zest, making sure to express the oil into the glass. We don’t know how many celebrity hearts it’s broken, or whether it and Jake Gyllenhaal are still on good terms, but the brand, like Swift, has likely led to more than a few tales of heartbreak.

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Some tequilas are ideal for cocktails: start with a classic margarita or try a colourful tequila sunrise with grenadine and orange juice. In 2010, Drink Spirits was the first to report of Patron’s Green Initiatives, one the most progressive in Mexico.The nose on Roca Reposado has a similar restrained quality as the Roca Silver, and while there’s definite impact from the ex-bourbon barrel with caramel, vanilla, and oak, it’s much more subdued than the traditional Patron Reposado.