{"product_id":"olmeca-altos-plata-tequila-38-vol-0-7-l","title":"Olmeca Altos Plata Tequila 38% Vol. 0.7 L","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the fresh, expressive character of \u003cstrong\u003eOlmeca Altos Plata Tequila 38% Vol. 0.7L\u003c\/strong\u003e, an authentic Mexican Blanco tequila crafted from 100% blue Weber agave grown in the highlands of Jalisco. With vibrant citrus aromas, sweet cooked-agave flavours, fresh herbs and a gently peppery finish, Olmeca Altos Plata is an excellent choice for classic cocktails and modern tequila creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated in collaboration with professional bartenders and a Mexican master distiller, Olmeca Altos combines traditional craftsmanship with a clear focus on cocktail versatility. Its production incorporates a centuries-old tahona stone crushing method alongside modern roller milling, preserving the distinctive character of carefully cultivated Highland agave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright, smooth and aromatic, Olmeca Altos Plata is particularly suited to the Margarita, Paloma and Tommy's Margarita. For Drinkero, it offers an excellent balance of authentic agave flavour, cocktail performance and everyday versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crystal clear and colourless, reflecting its unaged Plata style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh cooked agave with bright citrus, green herbs and delicate sweet notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and lively, combining sweet agave, fresh lime, lemon, subtle mineral notes and gentle white pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pleasantly long and refreshing, with lingering agave, citrus, herbal nuances and soft peppery spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCreated by Bartenders for Great Cocktails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlmeca Altos was created in 2009 through a collaboration between master distiller Jesús Hernández and internationally recognised bartenders Henry Besant and Dré Masso.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir ambition was to create a high-quality tequila that respected traditional Mexican production methods while delivering the flavour, balance and consistency needed for exceptional cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than focusing exclusively on tequila for sipping, they developed a spirit that could perform equally well in a carefully prepared Margarita, a refreshing Paloma or a simple serve over ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Olmeca Altos is recognised for its distinctive approach to agave production and its close association with professional cocktail making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMade from 100% Highland Blue Weber Agave\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foundation of Olmeca Altos Plata is \u003cstrong\u003e100% blue Weber agave\u003c\/strong\u003e cultivated in Los Altos, the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese elevated growing areas are known for their mineral-rich volcanic soils and favourable conditions for agave cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe agave plants are allowed to mature for approximately seven to eight years before harvesting, developing the natural sugars essential to tequila production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperienced agricultural workers, known as jimadores, harvest the plants and carefully remove the leaves to reveal their central hearts, or piñas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe agave hearts are slowly cooked in traditional brick ovens, helping transform their complex carbohydrates into fermentable sugars while developing the rich aroma of cooked agave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter cooking, the agave is crushed using a combination of traditional tahona stone milling and modern roller milling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extracted agave material is then fermented and distilled twice in copper pot stills to produce the fresh, balanced character of Olmeca Altos Plata.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Traditional Tahona Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the defining features of Olmeca Altos is its use of the traditional \u003cstrong\u003etahona method\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tahona is a large stone wheel used to crush cooked agave, a technique that has been part of Mexican tequila production for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlmeca Altos combines tahona crushing with roller milling, allowing different qualities of the cooked agave to contribute to the final spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis approach helps preserve the natural richness of the agave while maintaining the fresh citrus and herbal characteristics that make Plata tequila especially suitable for cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is an expressive Blanco tequila with natural agave sweetness, balanced texture and a distinctive peppery finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes Plata Tequila Different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlata, also known as Blanco or Silver tequila, is generally bottled without extended oak maturation. It is the tequila style most directly associated with the fresh character of the blue Weber agave plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike Reposado or Añejo tequila, which develop additional oak, vanilla and spice notes during barrel maturation, Plata tequila emphasises cooked agave, citrus, herbs and natural freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlmeca Altos Plata offers a particularly balanced expression of this style, with sweet agave and citrus notes supported by light pepper and mineral complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese flavours make it particularly effective in cocktails featuring fresh lime juice, grapefruit, orange liqueur or agave syrup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause Olmeca Altos Plata is made from 100% blue Weber agave, it should not be confused with standard Olmeca Silver, which is a different product with a different composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for Cocktails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlmeca Altos Plata was developed with cocktail making in mind and is particularly well suited to refreshing tequila drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarita:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine Olmeca Altos Plata with orange liqueur and fresh lime juice. The tequila's cooked-agave sweetness, citrus notes and gentle peppery character complement the cocktail's refreshing sweet-and-sour balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaloma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix Olmeca Altos Plata with fresh lime and chilled grapefruit soda, or with grapefruit juice and sparkling water. Its fresh herbal and citrus aromas work naturally with grapefruit's bittersweet flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTommy's Margarita:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine Olmeca Altos Plata, fresh lime juice and agave syrup. Without orange liqueur, this variation highlights the tequila's natural agave flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTequila Sunrise:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine Olmeca Altos Plata with orange juice and grenadine for a colourful, fruit-forward long drink. The tequila provides a clean agave foundation beneath the citrus and fruit flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTequila Collins:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix Olmeca Altos Plata with fresh lemon juice, sugar syrup and chilled soda water for a sparkling variation of the classic Collins cocktail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEl Diablo Variation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine Olmeca Altos Plata with crème de cassis, fresh lime and ginger beer. Its fresh agave character creates a brighter alternative to the traditional Reposado-based version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlmeca Altos Plata is an excellent choice for refreshing cocktails, but its balanced agave character also makes it suitable for enjoying neat or over ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a classic Margarita, combine approximately 50 ml Olmeca Altos Plata with 25 ml orange liqueur and 25 ml fresh lime juice. Shake thoroughly with ice and strain into a chilled cocktail glass or serve over fresh ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a refreshing Paloma, combine 50 ml tequila with fresh lime juice and chilled grapefruit soda in a highball glass filled with ice. Garnish with a slice of grapefruit or lime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a Tommy's Margarita, combine 60 ml Olmeca Altos Plata with 30 ml fresh lime juice and 15 ml agave syrup. Shake with ice and adjust the sweetness according to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse freshly squeezed citrus whenever possible to preserve the bright, natural flavour of the tequila.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Olmeca Altos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plata Tequila\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Los Altos de Jalisco (Jalisco Highlands)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduction location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arandas, Jalisco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Destilería Colonial de Jalisco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery registration:\u003c\/strong\u003e NOM 1111\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpirit type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blanco \/ Plata Tequila\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unaged \/ Silver Tequila\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRaw material:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Blue Weber Agave\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow-cooked in traditional brick ovens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrushing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional tahona stone and roller mill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double distilled in copper pot stills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crystal clear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooked agave, lime, lemon, herbs, minerals and white pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38% Vol.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottle size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.7L (700 ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEAN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 080432106037\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Margarita, Paloma, Tommy's Margarita, Tequila Sunrise and other tequila cocktails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store upright with the bottle tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover more with Drinkero:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore Margarita, Paloma and other tequila cocktail recipes, discover essential cocktail ingredients and use the Drinkero cocktail calculator to prepare perfectly balanced drinks at home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DRINKERO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57856146800966,"sku":"BON","price":544.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/6849\/8502\/files\/OlmecaAltosPlataTequila38_Vol.0.7L.webp?v=1794394149","url":"https:\/\/drinkero.com\/en-za\/products\/olmeca-altos-plata-tequila-38-vol-0-7-l","provider":"DRINKERO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}