PATRÓN Reposado Premium Tequila, Made from the Finest 100% Weber Blue Agave, Handcrafted in Small Batches in Mexico, Aged For Over 2 Months in Oak Casks, 40% ABV, 70cl / 700ml

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Tequila is made from the cooked and fermented sap of the blue Weber agave ( agave tequilana). The agave plants grow on farms and take five to nine years to mature. Añejos are not necessarily better than blancos just because of extra aging and a higher price. The flavors of agave are complex and interesting enough to drink it unaged. Contrast this to other spirits like whiskey where most of the desirable flavors come from the wood itself. For whiskies, it’s mostly the case that more years aging results in a better product. Take a look at these comparisons between blancos and reposados for popular brands. Añejos are typically 10% to 20% more expensive than reposados of the same brand. Casamigos Reposado vs Añejo

The PATRÓN Silver Classic Margarita’s bright, citrusy flavor pairs perfectly with acidic dishes that incorporate citrus fruits, chilled appetizers, and seafood, which is basically the definition of ceviche . The Peruvian dish is served as either an appetizer or main course and uses the traditional Latin American method of preparing fresh white fish or shrimp by soaking them in lemon juice rather than cooking them. Chili peppers bring the heat, while red onions add crunch, and chopped cilantro brightens the dish.Reposado tequilas are aged for at least two months and up to a year in oak casks. Añejo tequilas are aged for between one year and three years in oak casks before bottling. Here we highlight the PATRÓN Silver Classic Margarita and the PATRÓN Reposado Perfect Margarita , matching them with traditional Mexican dishes that make for an ideal sip-to-bite experience. PATRÓN Silver Classic Margarita One great reason to barrel age a tequila is to mellow the rough edges that are sometimes left in the spirit after distilling. Reposado should have personality but be easily sippable. Essentially, all tequila is mezcal, but not all mezcal is tequila. Mezcal is a general category for all agave-based distillates. Tequila is mezcal that must be produced using the blue agave plant within the Mexican state of Jalisco and four of its neighboring states. Beyond the legal definition, reposado tequila is not produced, as is mezcal, by pit-roasting the agave. Therefore, it does not have mezcal’s signature smokiness.

Patrón Tequila has announced the launch of its latest ultra-premium range with the limited release of Patrón Ahumado Silver and Reposado. For the same brand, añejos are likely to be smoother and richer than reposados. Plus they are more expensive. On the other hand reposados will retain more agave character and the complexity that goes with it. Some extra añejos are not so distinguishable from cognac or even aged rums. If you like that, great, but I like to appreciate the agave. Mixto tequila is made with caramel coloring, artificial flavorings and other additives, and is considered less desirable relative to 100 percent blue agave. What Type Of Tequila Is Meant For Sipping? Certain brands introduce more additives with aged expressions, which may taste more artificial, sweet, and have unnatural vanilla flavors. To replicate the aging process, añejos are likely to have more additives than reposados. My personal thoughtsIt has a stronger flavor, but the alcohol has rested, making tequila easier to swallow because of its smooth texture. So, What’s the Best Reposado Tequila? The rich, dark amber color of añejo tequila sets it apart from both blanco and reposado tequila, reflecting its status as a more aged and sophisticated spirit. Caramel coloring is more likely to be used for añejos to provide a greater distinction from reposados. Cristalino reposados and añejos Mexican baked white fish in cilantro sauce is another light seafood dish to serve alongside the PATRÓN Silver Classic Margarita for a complex flavor combination. This tasty main course is usually made with tilapia filets but can be substituted with halibut or another white fish. The tasty marinade of blended lemon juice, garlic, and onion also doubles as a flavorful and stunning green sauce for serving. Don Julio is one of the widest distributed tequilas. Both Don Julio Reposado and Añejo are aged for well above the minimums. The reposado is aged for 8 months and the añejo is aged for 18 months, both six months more than the respective category minimums. The accent over the “n” is the clue that añejo can be a little difficult to pronounce. Here’s a phonetic breakdown to help you pronounce this Spanish word correctly: