6 Gifts to Impress any Tequila Lover

If you are searching for the perfect gift idea for your DIY mixologist, or just special someone who loves their tequila or mezcal, here are six sips that are sure to impress.

Patron Silver

Patron Silver sets the standard for fine silver, or blanco, tequilas. Hand made in small batches, Patron Silver is made from the finest 100% Weber blue agave, and is known for its smooth finish. With flavour notes of vanilla and anise, this gold standard tequila is perfect to drink on the rocks, with a splash of soda and lime, or in a refreshing cocktail.

1800 Extra Aged Milenio Tequila

1800 Tequila has been distilling fine tequila for over 250 years. This Extra Aged Milenio tequila is a perfect union of traditional methods of tequila making and the utilization of newer distillation practices and aging techniques. Matured in French oak Cognac casks, this aged, or añejo, tequila boasts classic agave flavours with modern complexity of vanilla, red fruit, and cinnamon notes.

Don Julio Blanco

Don Julio Blanco exemplifies tradition and what people have come to expect from luxury tequila brands. Don Julio is the best-selling tequila brand in the world for a reason. The process of creating this premium silver tequila begins with the hand-selecting of the best blue Weber agave available and is distilled in copper-lined stills resulting in a clean refreshing tequila that contains hints of sweet citrus. These tasting notes accompanied by a smooth finish make Don Julio Blanco the perfect tequila for a refreshing margarita, or to sip over ice with a bit of lime.

KAH Tequila Añejo

This aged tequila is a wonderful gift idea for adventurous spirits and tequila aficionados looking for something a bit new and different. KAH Tequila Añejo is aged for two years in American white oak casks which impart earthy aromas and flavours of coffee, chocolate, and tobacco. These deep savoury flavours are perfect over ice, or if your special someone likes bending the rules and trying new things, a tequila Old Fashion would be a perfect cocktail for this aged spirit.

Picaro Ceramic Mezcal

Mezcal and tequila are similar in that they both are produced from the heart of an agave plant. However, to make tequila, the agave is traditionally steamed in an oven before distillation. Whereas, mezcal is produced by cooking those agave cores in pits that are lined with lava rocks, and filled with wood, and coals before being distilled. This method of making mezcal gives the spirit a deep smoky scent and taste similar to that of an Islay Scotch with heavy peat aromas. Picaro Ceramic Mezcal, or Mezcal Pícaro de Cerámica, is made using espadin agaves from the Oaxaca region of Mexico. These agaves create a smooth mezcal with light smoke that is not overpowering and is perfect to enjoy on the rocks.

Zignum Aged Mezcal 

Zignum ages this unique mezcal for 18 months in French oak casks which deliver warming tasting notes of caramel and vanilla. This award-winning mezcal is sure to win over both new and experienced mezcal drinkers alike due to its smooth finish. Zignum Aged Mezcal is great over ice and perfect for year-round specialty cocktails.

Whatever your taste buds prefer, order ahead for your next international trip and pick up when you arrive at the airport. Buen viaje!