Don Cayo Blanco is a 100% puro de agave tequila from El Arenal, Jalisco, bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof).
It is made from Valley agave slow-roasted in traditional stone and clay ovens.
It rests briefly before bottling, giving a smooth, rounded blanco.
Expect cooked agave, citrus and pepper with a soft, clean finish.
Its square bottle with a green-trimmed label and wooden stopper is a handsome addition to the bar.
Blanco tequila is bottled unaged or rested for less than two months, so it shows the agave at its purest: bright, peppery and fresh. It is the classic choice for margaritas and palomas, and a good blanco is just as rewarding sipped neat.
Tequila can only be made from blue Weber agave in five designated Mexican states, chiefly Jalisco, and the finest bottlings are made from 100% agave. Sipping tequila is best enjoyed from a narrow-rimmed glass that concentrates the aromas, at room temperature and without salt or lime, so the character of the agave and the barrel can come through.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Cooked agave and citrus.
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Palate: Smooth agave with pepper.
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Finish: Soft and clean.
Specifications
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Brand: Don Cayo
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Style: Blanco tequila
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Agave: 100% agave
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Origin: El Arenal, Jalisco, Mexico
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ABV: 40% (80 proof)
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Don Cayo Blanco makes a crisp Margarita with fresh lime and agave, a Paloma with grapefruit soda and a salted rim, and a Ranch Water with sparkling mineral water. Sip it neat or chilled with orange slices. Pair it with tacos, ceviche, guacamole and grilled shrimp. For a party, set out a margarita bar with fresh juices and salt rims. For a gathering, chill the bottle and set out glasses, ice and garnishes so guests can serve themselves. A bottle also makes a thoughtful host gift for a dinner party or the holidays.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it 100% agave?
Yes, 100% puro de agave.
Where is it made?
In El Arenal, Jalisco.
How strong is it?
It is bottled at 40% ABV, or 80 proof.
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