Tequila and Terroir

Bottlings from Jalisco’s Highlands and Lowlands show high quality and breadth of flavor

From left to right: Bottles of Tequila Fortaleza Añejo, Patrón el Alto Reposado, Mijenta Blanco, Cazcanes No.7 Añejo, Tequila Ocho Reposado El Zapotito 2024 and Siembra Valles Blanco tequilas
Tequila Fortaleza, Patrón, Mijenta, Cazcanes, Tequila Ocho and Siembra Valles produced some of this report’s recommended tequilas from both the Highlands and Lowlands of Jalisco, Mexico. (James Ransom)

Tequila is undoubtedly one of the most popular spirits in the United States right now. With more top-shelf options than ever before, now is the perfect time to elevate your appreciation and get to the roots of Mexico’s agave spirit. Through education on their production processes and highlighting where their agave is grown, distillers are defining Tequila’s terroir while catering to discerning drinkers. Learn more now about this spirit’s sense of place, from the Lowlands of the Tequila Valley to the Highlands of Los Altos. 

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