{"title":"Cascahuin Tequila Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Sacred Benchmark of Valley Terroir and Heritage Distilling\u003c\/b\u003e Founded in 1955 by Don Salvador Rosales Briseño in El Arenal, Jalisco—widely regarded as the official gateway to the Tequila Valley—\u003cb\u003eCascahuín\u003c\/b\u003e (NOM 1123) takes its name from a pre-Hispanic word meaning \"Peak of Light\" or \"Hill of Joy.\" Today, four generations later, the distillery remains an independent family affair led by Salvador Rosales Torres and his sons, Chava and Tonatiuh Rosales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCascahuín is globally revered by agave purists as a beacon of artisanal integrity. Operating in a region defined by rich volcanic soil, Cascahuín preserves old-world production methods, slow masonry brick-oven cooking, wooden fermentation vats, volcanic stone tahonas, and copper pot stills, to create 100% additive-free tequilas bursting with earthy minerality, sweet cooked agave, and vibrant herbal freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtisanal Craftsmanship \u0026amp; Traditional Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e100% Valley Agave:\u003c\/b\u003e Sourced from the lowlands (El Valle), where warm days and dark volcanic soils yield agaves rich in deep earthy, mineral, and herbal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMasonry Brick-Oven Cooking:\u003c\/b\u003e Agave hearts (\u003ci\u003epiñas\u003c\/i\u003e) are steam-cooked for up to 72 hours in historic masonry ovens, slowly caramelizing natural sugars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTraditional Extraction Methods:\u003c\/b\u003e Cascahuín utilizes a dual extraction strategy depending on the expression—ranging from traditional mechanical roller mills to a massive 2-ton volcanic stone \u003cb\u003eTahona\u003c\/b\u003e wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWild Fermentation \u0026amp; Copper Distillation:\u003c\/b\u003e Fermented in open wooden vats or masonry pits, incorporating ambient wild yeasts. Double-distilled in historic copper pot stills without post-distillation additives or synthetic flavor modifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCore Expressions \u0026amp; Heritage Bottlings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCascahuín Blanco (40% ABV):\u003c\/b\u003e Crisp, classic Valley style. Packed with cooked agave sweetness, bright citrus peel, black pepper, and wet earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCascahuín 48 Plata (48% ABV \/ 96 Proof):\u003c\/b\u003e High-proof Blanco crafted using wild yeast and water-only extraction. Unfiltered and robust, offering explosive agave intensity, mint, lemongrass, and deep mineral salinity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCascahuín Tahona Blanco:\u003c\/b\u003e The crown jewel for purists. Grapes are 100% extracted via a volcanic stone tahona and fermented with agave fibers (\u003ci\u003ebagazo\u003c\/i\u003e). Incredibly viscous and complex, loaded with roasted agave, earthy minerals, lime zest, and herbal olive brine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCascahuín Reposado \u0026amp; Añejo:\u003c\/b\u003e Aged in seasoned American oak barrels. Maintains the brand's signature agave-forward profile while adding gentle layers of vanilla, toasted almond, dry oak, and light baking spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCascahuín Extra Añejo:\u003c\/b\u003e Matured for over 4 years in American white oak. Harmonizes deep butterscotch, dark chocolate, and oak tannins with underlying earthy agave sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecial Releases (Aniversario, Cerro de Luz, Eleven-Six):\u003c\/b\u003e Highly sought-after collector editions utilizing ancestral earthenware pit-roasting, wood-fire distillation, or historic batch recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEpicurean Food Pairings \u0026amp; Tasting Protocol\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eServing Style:\u003c\/b\u003e Enjoy \u003ci\u003eTahona Blanco\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003e48 Plata\u003c\/i\u003e neat at room temperature in a Riedel Tequila glass or wide copita to experience the full aromatic spectrum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGastronomic Companions:\u003c\/b\u003e Fresh hamachi ceviche, roasted pork carnitas with salsa verde, grilled octopus, mole poblano, and dark chocolate desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cascahuin-anejo-tequila","title":"Cascahuin Anejo Tequila","description":"\u003cp\u003eLoads of tropical fruit on the nose, pineapple, coconut, and banana.  Black pepper, oak, and citrus also play a role in the aromas of this Anejo. With 14 months in American oak, the taste has a good deal of barrel influence with flavours of vanilla, coconut, caramel, and holiday spice. Tequila lovers will still find a good deal of cooked agave flavour present. The finish is medium-length, with oak and citrus being the show's stars.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"301850 - Forzza Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41463384637527,"sku":"843707","price":81.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2479\/4148\/files\/8637196-TEQUILA-CASCAHUIN-ANEJO.jpg?v=1743306947"},{"product_id":"cascahuin-plata-48-tequila","title":"Cascahuin Plata 48 Tequila","description":"\u003cp\u003eCascahuín Plata 48 Tequila is a high-proof, unaged artisanal spirit originating from El Arenal in the Valles (Lowlands) region of Jalisco, Mexico. Distilled at the legendary Cascahuín Distillery (NOM 1123) under the leadership of Master Distiller Salvador Rosales Trejo and his family, the brand carries a rich history dating back to 1955. The expression pays tribute to the distillery's founder, Salvador Rosales Briseño, showcasing an undiluted, still-strength presentation that celebrates traditional agave production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpirit Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCascahuín Plata 48 is crafted from 100% Blue Weber agave slow-cooked in traditional masonry brick ovens. The agaves are crushed using a combination of a roller mill and a traditional mechanical roller, then fermented in open-air masonry tanks where wild yeasts contribute natural complexity. Double-distilled in stainless steel pot stills with copper coils, the liquid is bottled undiluted (or minimally adjusted) directly at 48% ABV without chill filtration, preserving its full spectrum of natural essential oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crystal clear, luminous, and brilliant with dense tear drops on the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vibrant, rich, and deeply expressive. The nose opens with intense cooked agave, wet stone minerality, fresh mint, and citrus zest (lemon and dried lime peel), complemented by black pepper, cardamom, and subtle hints of honey and tropical fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold, full-flavored, and beautifully balanced despite the elevated proof. Upfront flavors of sweet roasted agave, spearmint, and lime blend seamlessly into earthy minerality, white pepper spice, fresh herbs, and light vegetal tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied with a rich, creamy, and mouth-coating viscosity that delivers a velvety texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, warm, and tingling, tapering off with lingering notes of cracked black pepper, sweet agave, crushed herbs, and refreshing mineral earthiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled at 48% (96 Proof).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"301850 - Forzza Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41463384604759,"sku":"843709","price":78.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2479\/4148\/files\/8637197-TEQUILA-CASCAHUIN-PLATA-48.jpg?v=1743306926"},{"product_id":"cascahuin-reposado-tequila","title":"Cascahuin Reposado Tequila","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Rosales Family and David Suro (Siembra Azul, Tequilas Philadelphia) behind Cascahuin believe that innovation in Tequila comes from digging back into its artisanal roots, focusing on raw, traditional flavours, and pure ingredients, without the use of additives.  Their profile of expressions is a direct representation of the traditionally made agave spirit from the El Arenal region of Tequila, loved by aficionados and newcomers craving transparency and purity in their purchasing power. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCooked agave followed immediately with notes of oak, cloves and cinnamon spice, and ripe bananas, the alcohol becomes present in the finish for a slightly dry\/bitter punch. 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They did replace their traditional tahona press with a roller mill in the 1980s but recently reintroduced a tahona to the process to create a truly traditional tequila. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the first release made with this old process and creates an exceptional product. 100% lowland agave, roasted in traditional brick ovens. Pressed on their new electric tahona wheel and fermented with bagasse in traditional ceramic vessels. Long, slow-to-proof distillation on tiny copper pots is one of the purest, most traditional expressions of lowland tequila on the market. The gorgeous aromas of roast cucurbita, deep earthy spice and citrus waft from the glass. Texturally rich and highly complex on the palate, this should be considered the benchmark lowland tequila from which all others should be compared.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"301850 - Forzza Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41463384440919,"sku":"843708","price":112.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2479\/4148\/files\/8637199-TEQUILA-CASCAHUIN-TAHONA.jpg?v=1743307024"},{"product_id":"cascahuin-blanco-tequila","title":"Cascahuin Blanco Tequila","description":"\u003cp\u003eCascahuin Blanco is characterized by a touch of minerality, a characteristic of El Arenal, Jalisco.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean and bright giving a natural amber colour to the worn barrel. The fragrance of raisins and small aromas of almond, peach and golden peanut. Natural flavours are denoted to the wood (American oak barrels), and at the end, a sweet taste of cooked agave matured in the barrel. The dominant aromas and natural flavours of cooked agave are reminiscent of the brick ovens that allow the agave to hold on to the fresh citrus sensations. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"301850 - Forzza Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41463384342615,"sku":"843705","price":68.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2479\/4148\/files\/8768263-tequila-cascahuin-blanco.jpg?v=1743306853"},{"product_id":"tequila-cascahuin-extra-anejo","title":"Tequila Cascahuin Extra Anejo","description":"\u003cp\u003eTequila Cashcahuin strives towards continuous innovation in their products to satisfy the sworn tastes of their customers, taking care of their original production processes and thus achieving the authentic flavour that characterizes Tequila Cascahuin. Different techniques throughout the process may vary as the master distillers work with the Agave respectfully to find what time and production is necessary in order to create the best tasting batch of Tequila possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst rested 4 years in large, wooden tanks at the distillery. These tanks are more than 60 years old. 48 months rested in American oak barrels. This extra anejo introduces aromas of cooked ripe agave, notes of honey, ripe pineapple, and touches of menthol and darjeeling tea. Concluding with freshly ground coffee, bitter chocolates, berries and orange peel. The flavor is sweet with a slight astringency from the barrel. Provoking memories of cooked agave and the once robust blanco tequila. This drink is a perfect balance of barrel and tequila and an enchanting reminder of this 16 year long process (from field to barrel).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"301850 - Forzza Wines \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41463397515351,"sku":"843710","price":164.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2479\/4148\/files\/10267354-TEQUILA-CASCAHUIN-EXTRA-ANEJO.jpg?v=1743307069"},{"product_id":"tequila-cascahuin-destino-blanco-limited","title":"Tequila Cascahuin Destino Blanco","description":"\u003cp\u003eDestilería Cascahuín, which means 'Cerro de Luz' or 'Fiesta en el Cerro' in the pre-Hispanic language, has been producing tequila since 1904. 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Located in El Arenal, Jalisco—known as the 'Gateway to Tequila Country'—this family-owned distillery is currently managed by the fourth generation of the Rosales family. The distillery's name, meaning 'mountain of light', reflects its deep connection to the local geography and its commitment to traditional, artisanal winemaking philosophies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTequila Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis añejo tequila presents a deep amber colour with bright mahogany hues. The aromatic profile is elegant and complex, featuring cooked agave layered with dried fruits, raisins, and almonds, alongside delicate sherry sweetness and stone fruit. On the palate, it is silky and structured, offering rich flavours of caramel, toasted nuts, dark chocolate, and soft oak, balanced by a hint of black pepper and the distillery's signature earthy minerality. The finish is long and elegant, leaving lingering notes of sweet agave and warm wood. 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Crafted at the historic Cascahuín distillery (NOM 1123), this expression is composed of a unique blend of three distinct blanco tequilas made at the facility, each aged separately in American oak casks for 190 days before being blended together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpirit Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tequila displays a delicate light gold hue with bright silver nuances. The aroma is rich and inviting, offering dominant sweet cooked agave alongside notes of tropical fruit, citrus zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, and subtle oak woodiness. On the palate, it delivers a full, silky, and buttery mouthfeel that balances sweet and savoury elements, bringing flavours of roasted agave, pralines, honey, caramel, and baked fruit alongside a kick of black pepper, clove, and warm baking spices. The finish is long, clean, and warm, leaving a gentle trail of lingering sweet agave, light oak, and peppery spice. 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