Hornitos Plata Tequila

Hornitos Plata Tequila is an unaged, mass-market 100% Blue Weber agave spirit produced in Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico. Created in 1950 by Don Francisco Javier Sauza to commemorate Mexican Independence Day, Hornitos ("Little Ovens") was introduced to deliver a pure agave taste by bypassing wood aging entirely. Produced under Tequila Sauza S.A. (NOM 1102) now part of Beam Suntory it is widely distributed worldwide as a accessible, high-volume workhorse silver tequila.

2. Spirit Description

Hornitos Plata is crafted from 100% Blue Weber agave grown in Jalisco. Modern diffuser extraction methods and column-still double distillation are utilized alongside traditional cooking to produce a crisp, light, and uniform distillate. Unaged and bottled directly to retain its clean visual presentation, it focuses on crisp, high-strung herbal notes and citrus brightness.

• Colour: Crystal clear with brilliant silver highlights.

• Aroma: Bright and herbal, opening with floral blossoms, fresh citrus (lime and grapefruit peel), raw agave, and a sharp touch of white pepper and light alcohol heat.

• Palate: Crisp and lively on the entry. Upfront flavors of raw agave, sweet lemon-lime zest, and green bell pepper blend into herbal notes of mint and jasmine, accompanied by a quick peppery bite.

• Body: Light-to-medium-bodied with a clean, slightly thin viscosity.

• Finish: Short, warm, and dry, leaving trailing notes of citrus peel, subtle earthiness, and cracked black pepper spice.

• ABV: Bottled at 40% (80 Proof).