Jose Cuervo Especial Gold Tequila Mexico 70 cl 38%

Behind almost every classic margarita sits a bottle of Especial Gold. The golden colour catches the bar light long before the first glass is poured, agave and vanilla rising from the glass — a tequila that has followed cocktail culture from the beach bars of Tijuana to shakers the world over.

Expert Description

José Cuervo Especial Gold is a Mexican Gold Tequila (Mixto), bottled at 38% ABV. It is produced at the La Rojeña distillery in the town of Tequila, Jalisco — home to the José Cuervo family since 1795 and one of the oldest continuously operating tequila distilleries in Mexico.

Especial Gold is a mixto tequila, where at least 51% of the sugar source comes from blue agave, with the rest from other sugars. The golden colour comes from blending an aged Reposado portion — rested at least two months in oak barrels — with younger tequila and a touch of caramel colouring. The result is a soft, approachable tequila that has served as many drinkers' introduction to the category for decades.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose is light and sweet, with notes of agave, vanilla and a hint of toasted oak, framed by orange peel and a sugary sweetness.

Palate

The palate is sweet with cooked agave and caramel, spiced with a light touch of pepper, while vanilla keeps it soft throughout.

Finish

The finish is short and warm, with a last note of vanilla and a touch of grapefruit.

Specifications

Name: José Cuervo Especial Gold Tequila
Distillery: La Rojeña
Region/Country: Jalisco, Mexico
Type: Mexican Gold Tequila (Mixto)
ABV: 38%
Size: 70 cl
Cask type: Oak barrels (aged portion of the blend only)
Natural colour: No
EAN no.: 7501035042131
Serving suggestion: Serve chilled or over ice, a natural fit for a Margarita

Flavour Profile

Vanilla · Caramel · Agave · Sweetness

Did You Know?

Especial Gold is, according to several industry reports, the world's best-selling tequila — a position it owes in part to José Cuervo's role in taking the Margarita from the bars of Tijuana to the rest of the world, back when family member Juan Beckmann Gallardo promoted the brand across the United States in the 1940s.

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Frequently Asked Questions about José Cuervo Especial Gold Tequila

What does José Cuervo Especial Gold taste like?

It's sweet and approachable, with cooked agave, caramel and vanilla, rounded off by a short, warm finish with a touch of grapefruit.

Why does Especial Gold have a golden colour?

The colour comes from blending an oak-aged Reposado portion with younger tequila and a touch of caramel colouring — a classic method within the gold/joven style.

How should the bottle be stored?

Upright, cool and dark, away from direct sunlight. Unopened, it keeps for a long time.

Should José Cuervo Especial Gold be served cold?

It works well both lightly chilled and over ice, but also at room temperature in cocktails like the Margarita.

Which glass suits it best?

A standard tequila glass or a cocktail glass, depending on whether it's enjoyed neat or mixed.

Which cocktails suit Especial Gold?

It's a classic Margarita tequila, but also works well in a Tequila Sunrise or as a shot with salt and lime.

Where does José Cuervo Especial Gold come from?

From the La Rojeña distillery in the town of Tequila, Jalisco, which has produced tequila for the Cuervo family since 1795.

Who owns José Cuervo today?

The brand is still owned and run by the Cuervo family, today under the Beckmann name, across several generations.