Is Camarena good tequila?

Familia Camarena Tequila Reposado is an award winning tequila that is incredibly smooth. Distilled exclusively in Jalisco, Mexico with 100% blue weber agave, this tequila delivers a flavor that is unmatched. Soft and smooth on the palate, this reposado tequila is best enjoyed straight or mixed in a margarita or paloma.

Is Camarena better than Jose Cuervo?

Visually Cuervo is the darkest of the three, while the other two are significantly lighter, but the Camarena is the lightest. On the nose they’re honestly not all that different, except that the Cuervo has more pepperiness, Camarena has some milk chocolate, and the Patron has more saltiness.

Is Camarena tequila good for margaritas?

Camarena. All three of Camarena’s expressions are smooth enough to be sippers. Silver’s light vanilla and herbaceous notes are perfect for adding into familiar tequila cocktails like a well-made margarita. The brand’s Reposado employs excellent light toasty-ness from its 60-day barrel stay.

Who makes Camarena tequila?

Carlos Camarena: My name is Carlos Camarena and I’m the third generation master distiller at La Alteña Distillery, who produces tequila at El Tesoro, Tapatio, Tequila Ocho, mainly, little bit of Villa Lobos too.

What percent alcohol is Camarena tequila?

Camarena Silver Tequila

Is Camarena tequila smooth?

Familia Camarena Silver Tequila is an award winning tequila that is incredibly smooth. Smooth on the palate with notes of toasted agave, fresh green herbs and vibrant citrus fruit, this silver tequila is best enjoyed straight or mixed in a margarita or paloma.

What goes with Camarena tequila?

Grapefruit Sprinkled with Sugar.

What’s the smoothest tequila?

The 19 Best Sipping Tequilas

• Don Julio 1942 Añejo.
• Avión Reserva 44.
• Lobos 1707 Tequila Extra Añejo.
• Patrón Añejo.
• Jose Cuervo Reserva De La Familia Extra Anejo. Courtesy.
• Herradura Seleccion Suprema Tequila. $330 AT TOTAL WINE.
• Cincoro Tequila Añejo. $140 AT RESERVE BAR.
• Dahlia Cristalino. $40 AT SHOP.TEQUILADAHLIA.COM.

Who is Carlos Camarena?

Carlos Camarena, master distiller of El Tesoro tequila (along with Charbay, Tapatio, Ocho, Excellia and more) is a powerhouse. Not only does he mastermind an insane number of tequilas, but he is passionate about traditional, small production, hands-on methods, pure ingredients, no shortcuts…

What tequilas does Carlos Camarena make?

Carlos Camarena In collaboration with Tomas Estes, he created Ocho and his distillery also makes Tapatio and El Tesoro tequilas.

What is proof of Camarena?

Camarena Tequila Silver Tasting Notes 100% Puro de Agave Azul. 40% Alcohol – 80 Proof. Taste: Strong earthy / grassy.

What proof is Camarena tequila?

80 Proof
Familia Camarena – Tequila Silver (80 Proof) (1.75L)

Where does Camarena tequila come from?

Located in the Highlands region of Jalisco, Camarena grows three million agave plants at an elevation of nearly 8,000 feet. And from all that agave, they are producing two expressions of twice-distilled 100% agave tequila–a silver and a reposado.

How long does Camarena tequila reposado take to bottle?

Camarena Tequila Reposado (2019) – Rested for two months in barrel before bottling. Quite light in color, the tequila nonetheless takes on quite a bit of barrel influence in just 60 days, imbuing the nose with notes of both barrel char and classic vanilla.

What is the best celebrity tequila brand?

This “Pre-Clooney” celebrity tequila brand was founded by Sammy Hagar (of Van Halen fame) in the ’90s, but is now completely owned by spirits conglomerate Gruppo Campari. Cabo Wabo’s blanco expression provides the best bang for buck from its lineup, serving vegetal, spiced aromas and a silky smooth palate.

What is the best cheap tequila to buy?

The 30 Best Tequilas for Every Budget (2020) Corralejo Reposado. A wonderful pink-gold hue makes this reposado inviting from the get-go. The nose is fruity with a spicy kick that evokes grappa. Gran Centenario Plata. Cabo Wabo Blanco. Elvelo Reposado. Gran Centenario Añejo.