Jose Cuervo Silver Tequila Mexico 70 cl 38%

A pinch of salt on the back of the hand, a lime wedge waiting alongside — Especial Silver is usually the first tequila most people meet. Clear as spring water and crisp as a summer evening in Jalisco, without a moment's contact with wood.

Expert Description

José Cuervo Especial Silver is a Mexican Silver Tequila (Mixto), bottled at 38% ABV. It comes from the same distillery as Especial Gold, La Rojeña in the town of Tequila, Jalisco, where the José Cuervo family has produced tequila since 1795.

The Silver expression is double distilled and bottled straight after distillation, without any time in barrel. As a mixto tequila, at least 51% of its sugar source comes from blue agave, the rest from other sugars, giving it a light, direct profile built to mix well with citrus, salt and ice.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose is clean and direct, with cooked agave, citrus peel and a hint of black pepper.

Palate

The palate opens soft and slightly sweet, with agave up front, before vanilla and light herbal notes appear mid-palate.

Finish

The finish is short and clean, with a touch of pepper spice and a flash of mint, without any heavy cask influence.

Specifications

Name: José Cuervo Especial Silver Tequila
Distillery: La Rojeña
Region/Country: Jalisco, Mexico
Type: Mexican Silver Tequila (Mixto)
ABV: 38%
Size: 70 cl
EAN no.: 7501035042308
Serving suggestion: Serve chilled or over ice, ideally with a lime wedge and a pinch of salt

Flavour Profile

Agave · Citrus · Pepper · Herbs

Did You Know?

José Cuervo is today led by Juan-Domingo Beckmann, the sixth generation of the family — making it one of the few major tequila producers still in family hands after more than 200 years.

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Frequently Asked Questions about José Cuervo Especial Silver Tequila

What does José Cuervo Especial Silver taste like?

It's light and direct, with cooked agave and citrus up front, closing on a short, clean touch of pepper.

Is Especial Silver aged in barrel?

No, it's bottled straight after distillation, so it carries no cask influence.

How should the bottle be stored?

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

Should Especial Silver be served cold?

Yes, it works best chilled or over ice, both neat and in cocktails.

Which glass suits Especial Silver?

A small shot or tequila glass for the classic salt-and-lime serve, or a cocktail glass if it's mixed.

Which cocktails suit Especial Silver?

It's a classic base for a Margarita and Tequila Sunrise, and also works well in a Paloma.

Where is José Cuervo Especial Silver distilled?

At the La Rojeña distillery in the town of Tequila, Jalisco, the same site as the rest of José Cuervo's Especial range.

Is José Cuervo Especial Silver a good gift?

It's a recognisable, versatile choice that suits anyone who enjoys classic tequila cocktails.