Tapatio Blanco is a 100% estate-grown blue agave tequila from the highlands of Jalisco, first produced in 1937 at La Alteña distillery and bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV) in a 1-liter bottle.
A cult favorite in Mexico for more than 80 years, it is still made using the same artisanal methods. Agave piñas are harvested by jimadores, slowly baked for four days, and crushed to extract the mosto, which is fermented by an 80-year-old yeast culture and double distilled in Tequilano pot stills. It is double distilled to 40% ABV and bottled without any additional water to preserve its true, authentic flavor, then rested six months in stainless steel.
It shows fresh green pepper, spices, apple and earthy notes with a sweet roasted agave finish. The nose is green and spicy up front with runner beans, white pepper, clove and cinnamon, followed by black tea and apples. Wine Enthusiast rated it 93 points, praising its sweet, smooth flavor with light citrus and a faintly spicy, warming finish.
The liter bottle is perfect for parties and home bars.
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.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Green pepper, white pepper, clove, cinnamon, apple.
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Palate: Sweet and smooth with light citrus.
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Finish: Sweet roasted agave, gently spicy.
Specifications
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Brand: Tapatio (La Alteña distillery)
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Founded: 1937
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Style: Blanco tequila
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Agave: 100% estate-grown blue agave
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Process: 4-day bake, 80-year-old yeast, pot stills, no added water
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Proof / ABV: 80 proof (40% ABV)
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Region: Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico
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Size: 1L
How to Enjoy It
Outstanding in classic cocktails like the Margarita or Paloma, and great sipped neat. It pairs with tacos, ceviche or grilled shrimp.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tapatio first made?
In 1937 at La Alteña distillery.
Is water added?
No, it is distilled to 40% and bottled without added water.
What size is it?
1 liter.
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