La Altena Distillery – El Tesoro Blanco Tequila Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico NOSE: Bright grapefruit and lime, warmed by white pepper. Savory notes of roasted agave, dried basil, dill, and eucalyptus. Hints of jasmine, bergamot, pickled jalapeño, green bell pepper, celery, and wet stone minerality. PALATE: Starts with slow-roasted agave and citrus, followed by pepper, cinnamon, and mole spice. Includes herbal and floral notes—pressed flowers, mango skin, Malabar peppercorn, jalapeño, cilantro, and firm minerality. FINISH: Long and spicy, layered with roasted agave, citrus peel, a touch of vanilla, and lingering earthy mineral notes like damp soil and black pepper. AWARDS: Double Gold Medal at the 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition; 96 Points & Chairman’s Trophy at the 2022 Ultimate Spirits Challenge; Platinum Medal at the 2022 Beverage Testing Institute Awards; Gold Medal at the 2022 John Barleycorn.