Here comes a new addition to tequila choices in the States

Casa Herradura, all ready known in the States for tequila, will bring the Antiguo label across the border. It will be an addition to the Brown-Forman portfolio, here is the details from their press release:

Antiguo Tequila continues to build on its storied history from Mexico. Originally developed in 1924 and served exclusively to family and friends of the manor at Hacienda del Refugio, we are thrilled to bring this super-premium tequila to the U.S.” said Mark Bacon, U.S. brand director for Casa Herradura Tequilas. “Antiguo was launched in Mexico in 1995 to commemorate Casa Herradura’s 125th anniversary of producing the world’s finest tequilas. True to the original formula that was kept a secret for almost a century, Antiguo has become one of the fastest growing tequila brands in Mexico.”
Antiguo Tequila is an authentic, super-premium tequila crafted to be a lighter bodied, exceptionally smooth product from Casa Herradura’s family of fine tequilas. Antiguo Tequila is 80 proof and has a suggested 750ml retail price of $24.99 to $29.99 depending on the expression; Blanco, Reposado and Añejo.
“These expressions are lighter in taste and color with a smoother and mellower finish, making them incredibly versatile for stylish tequila cocktails, or enjoyed neat,” he said.

Tim Laird of Brown-Forman developed a few recipes to ease Antiguo into drinker’s minds. See if this one piques your interest
Antiguo Citrus Mint Squeeze
2 oz Antiguo Reposado
1 oz Agave nectar
1 oz Club soda
1 wedge grapefruit, cut in half
2 lime wedges
3 mint leaves
Muddle grapefruit, limes and mint leaves in a shaker.
Add ice, agave nectar, club soda and Antiguo Reposado.
Stir in mix and strain into a rocks glass.

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