LuiFern's Recommended Tequilas

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Luiz Fernandes
June 28, 2024

I have tasted through over 100 tequila brands and bottles for reviews on social media, and the following list includes the ones I usually always carry at my bar and restaurant and that I serve to my guests.

This list is also by no means an exhaustive list of all tequilas that are good, these are just my personal picks.

If you’d like to see more in-depth reviews on them all, I have this video and this video where I tasted through and ranked 60+ total tequilas. If you'd like a comprehensive database of tequilas, ratings, and rankings, visit Tequila Matchmaker.

**Prices on this list aren't absolute as prices vary from every town to state to country. These are purely for reference and to categorize them generally.

I will update this list periodically so make sure you come back and check it out frequently.

Arette $20-30, $50-90

Citrus and aromatic. Sip on it or put it in a cocktail you can't go wrong. Their higher end expressions are absolutely amazing as well.

Cimarron. $20-30

Robust and great spice notes. Stands up well in a cocktail.

Três Agaves $22-35

Pretty decent tequila but the expression I particularly love is their anejo which is my favorite anejo at that price point

El Tequileno $25-35, $40-60

Despite not being a 100% agave tequila, their Mixto where 49% comes from sugar cane alcohol, It's still additive free and a great tasting tequila. A good bang for your buck.

The rest of El Tequilenos lineup of expressions is amazing. Keep an eye out for their still strength coming soon.

Cascahuin $30-90

Highest quality, Incredible distillery. Everything from their budget options to their higher end stuff is incredible. You won't be disappointed.

Lalo $35-50

They currently only have a Blanco but what a Blanco it is. Versatile, and made by the grandson of the original Don Julio.

Suerte $35-65

Well made, great for cocktails robust and tasty. Their still strength is awesome.

Corrido $35-65

Same master distiller as Mijenta. I particularly enjoy their aged expressions.

Patron $40-50
(their main core line mostly)

While a lot of people think that because its a big brand its bad, its actually well made and easily accessible.

Mijenta $45-65

Floral and delicious. Perfect in a cocktail and also perfect to sip on. Love this one.

Yeyo $40-50

Coming from a NOM that produces a lot of brands, but most of them quality. Its nice and citrusy and enjoyable.

Tequila Ocho $45-65

Single estate and made in one and made by an incredible master distiller, Carlos Camarena.

El Tesoro $60-90 

A brand with a ton of history and also distilled by Carlos Camarena. One of my favorites.

Tierra de Ensueño $40-50

Barrel rested in rare wheated bourbon barrels. Great mouth feel and minerally. Incredible tequila. Excited for what they have coming next.

Entremanos $50-60

A new entry for me, but really been enjoying this one lately. Love what they are doing.

Tequila Cabal $45-90

Despite the horse head bottles, the juice inside Is really tasty. Their anejo is a particular highlight for me.

Siete Leguas $45-70

An incredible distillery & family behind the brand. The Siete Décadas special edition is by far one of the best tequilas I've ever had.

Volcan de Mi Tierra $45-200

A wide range of expressions but all super high quality. Their distillery is immaculate and the juice inside the bottles as well.

Chamucos $45-75

A very funky tequila that has a unique flavor. Really fun.

G4 $50-90

Minerally and almost savory. Made at an exquisite distillery by a master of his craft, Felipe Camarena.

Terralta $50-70

Also made at El Pandillo, where G4 & Volans is made. I particularly love their Anejo.

El Ateo $80-120

Velvety silky texture, great vegetal flavor. Really enjoyable.

Volans $50-90

Made at the same distillery as G4. Their still strength may be one of my favorites.

Don Fulano $50-99

Historic distillery and family behind this brand. Very incredibly delicious. Top tier.

Tequila Fortaleza $50-??

One of my absolute favorites. Seriously, If you can find this, I highly highly recommend it.

Lagrimas del Valle $60-80

Love what their doing with Vintages, similar to wine and terroir, and being single estate.

Quintaliza $70-80

A beautiful and delicious tequila rested in coffee barrels. A delightful coffee like finish.

ArteNOM $60-100

An incredible project making expressions from the best distilleries in Mexico. I have thoroughly enjoyed every one I've tried.

Montagave $70 

A super tasty Blanco rested in Bordeaux barrels for a little bit. Leading to a delicious flavor and cool color.

Cazcanes $80-120

A ton of cooked agave flavor throughout all of their expressions, incredible to sip on and some great chocolately notes in their aged expressions.

Cierto $90-200

If you want a bottle that is tall, beautiful and classy but the juice is also delicious. This may be the one.

Siempre VIVO $100-150

If you can find this special edition, it's def worth it IMO.

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