Batanga Blanco Tequila is a masterclass in authenticity and tradition, crafted by the esteemed Casa Orendain family, whose roots in Tequila, Jalisco, date back to 1926. This unaged blanco tequila captures the pure essence of estate-grown agave, delivering a genuine taste experience that honors time-honored methods without any additives or shortcuts.
Produced at the historic Casa Orendain distillery (NOM 1137), Batanga Blanco is made with agaves slowly cooked in masonry ovens, naturally fermented with agave fibers, and distilled carefully in stainless steel pot stills. This meticulous process preserves the bright, vegetal character of the lowland agave terroir, a hallmark of the Tequila Valley region.
On the nose, Batanga Blanco offers an invigorating bouquet of crisp green pepper, raw agave, and zesty citrus, complemented by subtle notes of wet stone, fresh-cut grass, mint, and anise. The palate is vibrant yet balanced, featuring roasted agave at the forefront, supported by soft salinity, white pepper, and a touch of lime pith bitterness that adds refreshing complexity.
This tequila is light-bodied but substantial, finishing dry and snappy with a lingering invitation for another sip. It is a tequila that reveals the heart of the agave plant with honesty and restraint, free from the excessive sweetness or over-polished smoothness found in many modern expressions.
Batanga Blanco is named after the iconic Batanga cocktail, created at La Capilla, the legendary bar in Tequila town. This cocktail blends tequila, lime, and Mexican Coke, stirred with a pocket knife by Don Javier himself. Batanga Blanco remains the house pour there, a testament to its enduring quality and cultural significance.
Key Highlights:
- Crafted by Casa Orendain, showcasing estate agave and traditional techniques dating back nearly a century
- Double Gold winner at the 2021 New York World Wine & Spirits Competition
- Unaged and bottled straight from still to glass, highlighting the peppery, grassy sweetness of Jalisco agave
Experience a tequila that embodies heritage and craftsmanship, perfect for those who appreciate the pure, unadulterated soul of true Mexican tequila.
