Tequila has recently become even more popular, as anyone who has visited a cocktail bar can attest. It is made from agave plants, which are commonly found in Mexico, and is often used to celebrate special occasions due to its unique flavor and versatility in mixed drinks and cocktails. The data supports the popularity of tequila as well, with sales of agave spirits on the rise and potentially overtaking vodka as the preferred alcohol in the country. The market has also seen a surge in new tequila brands, many of which are owned by celebrities and heavily marketed. However, it is important to be cautious when choosing a brand, as the influx of new options may lead to some that are not of the highest quality, such as those that contain additives or are not made entirely from agave. We here at YouBooze want to make sure you only drink the best, so we have gone ahead and made some suggestions for you.
Here is our list of the top 10 tequilas of 2022:
1. DON JULIO 1942
Don Julio 1942 is a luxury tequila produced by Don Julio Tequila. It is made with 100% blue agave that is aged for an average of four and a half years in American white oak barrels. Don Julio 1942 is made in small batches and is considered to be a smooth and complex tequila with notes of caramel, chocolate and toasted oak. It is best enjoyed neat or on the rocks.
2. CLASE AZUL REPOSADO TEQUILA
Clase Azul Reposado Tequila is a premium tequila made from 100% Blue Weber agave. It is aged for 8 months in oak barrels and then blended with slightly older tequilas. This creates a unique flavor profile that is smooth and complex, with notes of vanilla, oak, and caramel. Clase Azul Reposado Tequila is perfect for sipping neat or as an ingredient in cocktails.
3. DOS ARTES REPOSADO
Dos Artes Resposado Tequila is a 100% agave tequila produced in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico. This premium tequila is aged for six months in American oak barrels, giving it a smooth and mellow flavor. The aging process also gives the tequila a golden hue, and it has a sweet, fruity aroma with a hint of vanilla and oak. Dos Artes Resposado Tequila is ideal for sipping, or can be used in margaritas, cocktails, and other favorite tequila-based drinks
4. CASAMIGOS ANEJO
Casaamigos Añejo Tequila is a premium tequila made from 100% blue agave. It is aged for 14 months in oak barrels, adding complexity and flavor to the spirit. It has notes of caramel, vanilla, and oak on the nose, with a smooth and slightly sweet finish.
5. PATRÓN SILVER TEQUILA
Patron Silver tequila is a premium, 100% blue agave tequila made in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico. It is a light and crisp tequila with a subtle, slightly sweet flavor. It is often used in cocktails like margaritas and palomas, as well as in shots and straight-up sipping.
6. CAZADORES REPOSADO TEQUILA
Using just blue agave as its primary ingredient, Cazadores Reposado Tequila is a premium, aged tequila that is matured for up to 8 months in American oak barrels. With hints of toasted agave, vanilla, and wood, it has a unique, smooth flavor. It is excellent as a stand-alone beverage as a cocktail base.
7. MILAGRO ANEJO TEQUILA
A distinctive, premium aged tequila manufactured entirely from blue agave cultivated on estates is called Milagro Aejo Tequila. It is matured for a minimum of 12 months in both fresh French and American oak barrels, giving it a light golden hue and a silky, nuanced finish. Milagro Aejo has notes of caramel, vanilla, wood, and sweet fruit in addition to spice and oak.
8. FORTALEZA TEQUILA BLANCO
A 100% agave tequila, Fortaleza Tequila Blanco is produced in the Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, using traditional artisanal techniques. It is twice distilled in copper pot stills using only the best Tequilana Weber Blue Agave. This tequila is light and silky with flavors of citrus and tropical fruit, as well as vanilla and coconut. It tastes well when sipped straight up or in cocktails.
9. OCHO TEQUILA PLATA
Ocho Tequila Plata is a 100% agave tequila produced in the Mexican Highlands of Jalisco from agave plants that are 8 years old. It is unaged and twice distilled in pot stills made of stainless steel. It has a flavor that is both vibrant and fresh and is ideal for drinking or adding to cocktails.
10. ADICTIVO TEQUILA EXTRA AÑEJO
Adictivo Tequila Extra is a type of tequila made with 100% agave, aged for at least 12 months in oak barrels. It has a smooth, smoky flavor and is often served neat or in a cocktail.
