Alex Lacroix and Monica Sanita are the young entrepreneurs behind this craft luxury single estate 100% Blue Weber Agave tequila. The product is a labour of love and passion for the country from the couple living in Canada.
For a full interview on their background and reasons for starting the business – please click here.
Here is their advice (or ’10 commandments’) for other young professionals:
Siempre Tequila Plata is traditionally crafted in small batches with a fusion of single estate 100% Blue Weber Agave from both the highlands and lowlands of Jalisco, Mexico.
NOM: 1438
Age: Blanco Tequila
Distillery: Destiladora del Valle de Tequila
Agave Region: Highlands and Lowlands (50/50)
Type: Single Estate 100% Blue Weber Agave
Water Source: Volcanic Spring
Oven Type: Stone/Brick
Extraction Method: Roller
Fermentation: Open Air
Distillation Method: Pot Still – Steel/Copper
Distillation: Double Distilled
Alcohol Volume: 40% Alc/Vol
This unique combination blends the earthy, bold, wood-like character of the valley with the sweet, citrus-filled flavours of the mountains delivering notes of pepper, salted caramel and honey. This, combined with the distillery’s century old traditional techniques, is how this craft tequila is created.
The tequila can be enjoyed in many different ways…
Here is a review of the product online (YouTube) by Tequila Aficionado: