Tradicional® Reposado is 100% blue agave rested tequila. It has been aged in oak barrels for a minimum of two months, giving it the smooth and subtle complexity that aficionados seek. Tradicional is the original Cuervo® tequila, and it is still the number one premium tequila in Mexico. * 40% Alc./Vol.

The family crest can be found on every bottle of Jose Cuervo Tequila. The crest symbol is a true testament to the family's rich tequila producing heritage. It consists of a crow, cuervo in Spanish, blue agave plant, and the blending iron of the Hacienda Solar de las Animas, owned by José Antonio de Cuervo.

CUERVO WAS THE FIRST PRODUCER OF TEQUILA IN THE WORLD. Jose Antonio de Cuervo y Valdes obtained land from the King of Spain in 1758 and began producing tequila – all before Mexico became an independent republic.

IIRC, the big difference is that Especial is a Mixto, whereas Tradicional is 100% agave.

Jose Cuervo Tradicional is 100% Blue Agave tequila produced the original, handcrafted way. Every individual bottle (designed after the original Jose Cuervo bottle) is assigned its own unique number, letting you in on a special Cuervo exclusivity.

Especial Silver is a very affordable tequila, going for less than $20 a bottle, and it makes a passable margarita. But there's not much else good to say about it. Virtually any 100% blue agave tequila, including Cuervo's own Platino expression, are preferable.

Tequila first came into existence in 250-300 A.D. when the Aztec Indians produced a fermented juice of the agave for their ceremonial wine, 'plaque'. This liquid was very important to Aztec culture as they worshipped two Gods – Mayahuel (the goddess of the Maguey) and her husband Patecatl, the god of pulque.

Jose Cuervo is the best-selling brand of tequila, selling a fifth of the tequila consumed worldwide. Jose Cuervo. Type.

Community reviews This is my favorite for Margaritas...as it is not aged it has the original "fruity" Tequila flavor. A bit more expensive than some others, but worth it. Would also be great for shots with sangrita.

This term is used for tequila distilled only from agave with no additional sugars added prior to fermentation. 100% tequila must be bottled within its production region and these are generally considered to be the best tequilas.

What Is the Most Expensive Tequila?

1. Ley Tequila 925 Diamante - $3,500,000.
2. Tequila Ley Ultra Premium - $225,000.
3. Clase Azul 15th Anniversary Edition - $30,000.
4. Patron En Lalique, Series 2 - $7,500.
5. Barrique de Ponciano Porfidio - $2,000.

Tequila gained national importance during the Revolution in the early part of this century, when it became a symbol of national pride and the passion for French products was replaced by patriotic fervour for Mexican goods.