Just got this as a Xmas gift as I thought I’d like to give it try( having watched “queen of the south” and seen them knocking it back neat. As for the liquid within, expect a honey/caramel start and viscous mouthfeel, notes of cinnamon, just skirting a faint bitterness into a peppery finish, all unified by a tinge of witch hazel and funk. Guillermo Sauza's family have a rich tequila-making history, with Don Cenobio a key figure in establishing tequila as we understand it today. Also known as plata or silver, blanco Tequilas tell the story of their origins – in terms of the agave and the production methods used – with no oak to cover any faults.

Determined to revive his family’s iconic distillery, in 2002 Guillermo Sauza reignited the 100-year-old boiler of ‘La Fortaleza’ for the first time in decades. After several years of renovations and hard work, Don Guillermo got the distillery up and running again, making Tequila in the same way it was made over 100 years ago. Held in high regard among Tequila aficionados, getting a bottle of this for anyone should be a special occasion. Please always read the labels, warnings, and directions provided with the product before using or consuming a product.The result is a smooth and pure tequila with bright citrus and herbal notes, perfect for sipping or mixing in cocktails. Initially owning and running three local distilleries, Guillermo’s grandfather closed ‘La Fortaleza’ in 1968, turning it into a museum showcasing the history of tequila production.

They capture everything that great tequila should be without the need for flashy marketing, vast productions runs or modern methods.

Although the brand its self is relatively young, Fortaleza is steeped in tequila distilling expertise and history. It's a remarkable expression characterized by the bold flavours of black pepper spice, earthy agave, and hints of soothing vanilla. Guillermo Sauza's family have a rich Tequila-making history, with Don Cenobio a key figure in establishing Tequila as we understand it today.