Olmeca Altos Plata Tequila 38% Vol. 0.7 L

Discover the fresh, expressive character of Olmeca Altos Plata Tequila 38% Vol. 0.7L, 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.

Created 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.

Bright, 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.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Crystal clear and colourless, reflecting its unaged Plata style.

Aroma: Fresh cooked agave with bright citrus, green herbs and delicate sweet notes.

Palate: Smooth and lively, combining sweet agave, fresh lime, lemon, subtle mineral notes and gentle white pepper.

Finish: Pleasantly long and refreshing, with lingering agave, citrus, herbal nuances and soft peppery spice.

Created by Bartenders for Great Cocktails

Olmeca Altos was created in 2009 through a collaboration between master distiller Jesús Hernández and internationally recognised bartenders Henry Besant and Dré Masso.

Their 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.

Rather 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.

Today, Olmeca Altos is recognised for its distinctive approach to agave production and its close association with professional cocktail making.

Made from 100% Highland Blue Weber Agave

The foundation of Olmeca Altos Plata is 100% blue Weber agave cultivated in Los Altos, the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico.

These elevated growing areas are known for their mineral-rich volcanic soils and favourable conditions for agave cultivation.

The agave plants are allowed to mature for approximately seven to eight years before harvesting, developing the natural sugars essential to tequila production.

Experienced agricultural workers, known as jimadores, harvest the plants and carefully remove the leaves to reveal their central hearts, or piñas.

The 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.

After cooking, the agave is crushed using a combination of traditional tahona stone milling and modern roller milling.

The extracted agave material is then fermented and distilled twice in copper pot stills to produce the fresh, balanced character of Olmeca Altos Plata.

The Traditional Tahona Method

One of the defining features of Olmeca Altos is its use of the traditional tahona method.

A tahona is a large stone wheel used to crush cooked agave, a technique that has been part of Mexican tequila production for generations.

Olmeca Altos combines tahona crushing with roller milling, allowing different qualities of the cooked agave to contribute to the final spirit.

This 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.

The result is an expressive Blanco tequila with natural agave sweetness, balanced texture and a distinctive peppery finish.

What Makes Plata Tequila Different?

Plata, 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.

Unlike 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.

Olmeca Altos Plata offers a particularly balanced expression of this style, with sweet agave and citrus notes supported by light pepper and mineral complexity.

These flavours make it particularly effective in cocktails featuring fresh lime juice, grapefruit, orange liqueur or agave syrup.

Because 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.

Perfect for Cocktails

Olmeca Altos Plata was developed with cocktail making in mind and is particularly well suited to refreshing tequila drinks.

Margarita: 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.

Paloma: 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.

Tommy's Margarita: Combine Olmeca Altos Plata, fresh lime juice and agave syrup. Without orange liqueur, this variation highlights the tequila's natural agave flavour.

Tequila Sunrise: 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.

Tequila Collins: Mix Olmeca Altos Plata with fresh lemon juice, sugar syrup and chilled soda water for a sparkling variation of the classic Collins cocktail.

El Diablo Variation: 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.

Serving Suggestions

Olmeca Altos Plata is an excellent choice for refreshing cocktails, but its balanced agave character also makes it suitable for enjoying neat or over ice.

For 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.

For 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.

For 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.

Use freshly squeezed citrus whenever possible to preserve the bright, natural flavour of the tequila.

Product Details

• Brand: Olmeca Altos
• Product: Plata Tequila
• Country of origin: Mexico
• Region: Los Altos de Jalisco (Jalisco Highlands)
• Production location: Arandas, Jalisco
• Distillery: Destilería Colonial de Jalisco
• Distillery registration: NOM 1111
• Spirit type: Blanco / Plata Tequila
• Style: Unaged / Silver Tequila
• Raw material: 100% Blue Weber Agave
• Agave preparation: Slow-cooked in traditional brick ovens
• Crushing: Traditional tahona stone and roller mill
• Distillation: Double distilled in copper pot stills
• Colour: Crystal clear
• Flavour profile: Cooked agave, lime, lemon, herbs, minerals and white pepper
• Alcohol content: 38% Vol.
• Bottle size: 0.7L (700 ml)
• EAN: 080432106037
• Recommended use: Margarita, Paloma, Tommy's Margarita, Tequila Sunrise and other tequila cocktails

Storage: Store upright with the bottle tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.

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