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Tequila Blanco 70cl - Orendain
OrendainTequila blanco 70 cl 38.0% vol Fresh agave, citrus, herbal notes
$28.15−34%($40.21/ℓ)
Recommended price: $42.55
Excise and customs charges incl. (EU, CH, US only)
Technical information
- Producer
- Orendain
- Type
- Tequila blanco
- Format
- 70 cl
- Gradation
- 38.0%
- Aging
- None
- Aromatic profile
- Fresh agave, citrus, herbal notes
- Ingredients
- 100% blue agave
- Distillation method
- Copper pot still distillation
- Number of distillations
- 2
- Filtration
- Cold filtration
- Color
- Transparent
- Consumption
- Excellent neat, cocktails like margarita
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On the nose, notes of fresh agave, lemon zest and a herbaceous hint reminiscent of thyme emerge, accompanied by slightly peppery nuances. The impression is clean and straightforward, without affectation, suggesting a young but well-crafted spirit, suited to those seeking an honest drink without artifices. The clarity of the profile makes it versatile, equally appropriate for casual tasting as for more refined mixes.
On the palate the sip is lean and vibrant, with good freshness that supports flavors of agave, citrus and a white-pepper finish. The texture is crisp: not too oily nor excessively tannic, it offers medium persistence that invites a second taste. Perfect neat at room temperature or as a base for classic cocktails, it pairs with fish dishes, ceviche and citrus-forward flavors; also excellent in mixes where cleanliness and aromatic precision are required.
On the palate the sip is lean and vibrant, with good freshness that supports flavors of agave, citrus and a white-pepper finish. The texture is crisp: not too oily nor excessively tannic, it offers medium persistence that invites a second taste. Perfect neat at room temperature or as a base for classic cocktails, it pairs with fish dishes, ceviche and citrus-forward flavors; also excellent in mixes where cleanliness and aromatic precision are required.
Distillery
Orendain
JaliscoMexicoSince 1926
Mexican tequila producer based in the Tequila area (Jalisco). A long-established family in the business, owner of Fábrica La Mexicana, with a range spanning Blanco to Extra Añejo (including Gran Orendain, Ollitas and Batanga). Production is based on traditional processes (brick ovens, roller-mill extraction, fermentation with endemic yeasts) and ageing in American white oak ex-bourbon barrels.
- Multi-expression range: Blanco, Reposado, Añejo, Extra Añejo and Cristalino.
- Use of brick ovens, roller mill and endemic yeasts to preserve the character of the agave.
- The historic distillery Fábrica La Mexicana is cited as active since 1926.
- Presence of recognizable brands on the international market (Gran Orendain, Ollitas, Batanga).
Specialities
- 100% agave tequila
- tequila blanco
- tequila reposado
- tequila añejo
- tequila extra añejo
- Mexican tequila brand
The story
The Orendain family has been involved in tequila production for many decades; their historic distillery, known as La Mexicana, is reported as operating since 1926. In the 1990s the family developed special reserves that led to the commercialization of premium expressions such as Gran Orendain. Over time the group has consolidated several brands including Gran Orendain, Orendain, Ollitas and Batanga.
Distillation
Two-stage process (first distillation to obtain a liquid around 20% vol., then rectification/second distillation up to about 55% vol. for the Blanco); use of traditional stills (copper stills are cited for some expressions) and triple distillation for the Ollitas brand.
Ageing
Ageing in American white oak ex-bourbon barrels. Declared times on the site vary by category: reposado (2 to 11 months), añejo (12–35 months), extra añejo (over 36 months); specific examples: Gran Orendain Reposado ~8 months, Añejo ~18 months, Extra Añejo 3 years (36 months) and 7 years (84 months).
Raw materials
- blue agave (Agave tequilana Weber, 100% agave)
Representative products
- Tequila Gran Orendain Extra Añejo 7Y 70cl
- Tequila Gran Orendain Extra Añejo 3Y 70cl
- Tequila Gran Orendain Añejo 70cl
- Tequila Gran Orendain Reposado 70cl
- Tequila Gran Orendain Blanco 70cl
- Tequila Ollitas Reposado 70cl
- Tequila Ollitas Blanco 70cl
- Tequila Batanga Reposado 70cl
- Tequila Batanga Blanco 70cl
- Tequila Extra Reposado 100cl