Patron Cristalino Tequila

Patrón Cristalino Tequila is a luxury aged tequila produced in Atotonilco el Alto, within the Highlands (Los Altos) of Jalisco, Mexico. Crafted at the Hacienda Patrón distillery (NOM 1492), the expression represents Patrón's entrance into the rapidly growing Cristalino category. Combining traditional, additive-free Highland tequila production with meticulous wood aging and charcoal filtration, Patrón Cristalino is engineered to offer the rich, oak-derived complexity of an Añejo with the crystal-clear appearance and bright agave notes of a Blanco.

Spirit Description

Patrón Cristalino is crafted from 100% estate-grown Blue Weber agaves slow-cooked in traditional brick ovens. The agaves are crushed using a combination of a traditional volcanic stone tahona wheel and a modern roller mill, followed by open-air fermentation and double distillation in small copper pot stills. The distillate is aged for up to 12 to 15 months in a combination of four distinct wood casks; including American oak, French oak, and seasoned wine barrels to create an exceptionally rich Añejo base. Master Distiller David Rodriguez then filters the aged spirit through a proprietary wood charcoal filtration process to gently remove the color while preserving the oak-aged character.

• Colour: Crystal clear, luminous, and brilliant with long, slow legs.

• Aroma: Soft, sweet, and inviting, opening with cooked agave, sweet vanilla, and toasted oak, followed by dried fruit, butterscotch, light floral notes, and a hint of lime zest.

• Palate: Silky, smooth, and refined on the entry. Upfront notes of rich roasted agave, creamy vanilla bean, and light caramel give way to toasted almonds, subtle oak spice, and a touch of citrus oil.

• Body: Medium-to-full-bodied with a velvety, rounded, and mouth-coating texture.

• Finish: Clean, crisp, and long, trailing off with persistent sweet agave, gentle oak tannins, and a soft mineral dryness.

• ABV: Bottled at 40% ABV (80 Proof).