Ask The Hotline - Fortaleza Fallbacks
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Every week, the Whiskey Hotline answers real questions from customers seeking special releases, gift ideas, and expert recommendations. With hundreds of inquiries pouring in annually, we spotlight one question each week and share our answer in hopes it helps you, too. I’m a big fan of Fortaleza reposado, but I’m having a hard time finding it. Do you have any recommendations for a replacement that is readily available. It’s a great time to be a tequila drinker, with more options on our shelves than ever before. Reposado as a style has taken off in recent years. Spanish for ‘rested,’ reposado tequilas spend 2-12 months in oak before bottling. Fortaleza reposado is an excellent tequila, with tons of fresh agave kissed with a touch of oak. Here are some reposados that we adore and that are readily available in most Binny’s. |
Siete Leguas Reposado TequilaSiete Leguas reposado is a classic reposado- starting with a ton of fresh agave in the nose, carrying through the palate with a touch of round oak and plenty of tropical fruit. Perfect for sipping. |
El Tequileno Reposado Gran Reserva TequilaEl Tequileno produces an elegant sipper of a reposado that builds cooked agave on subtle vanilla bean and a touch of black pepper spice. |
el Mexicano Reposado TequilaStarted by the Bañuelos family that founded the Cazadores distillery, their richly flavorful tequila is aged in American and French oak, imparting more peppery spice to the spirit. |
Tapatio Reposado TequilaStarted by legendary tequila maker Don Felipe Camarena, the Al Atena distillery has been in production for nearly 100 years. Tapatio is an excellent example of the craftsmanship going into their tequila. Leaning into the flavors of freshly cooked agave, this is the perfect reposado to elevate your margarita. |
Cazcanes Tequila Reposado No. 7Crafted using rustic, traditional production methods, Cazcanes reposado captures everything we love about a good reposado. With layers of earthy spice and warm agave, Cazcanes provides an unforgettable sipping experience. |
