"Uno, dos, tres" is the ritual for drinking a Sierra Silver: salt on the back of the hand, a quick shot, and finally a slice of lemon. That has been the sound of parties worldwide ever since the distillery in Guadalajara sent out its first bottle in 1981.
Expert Description
Sierra Silver Mexican Tequila is a Blanco Tequila, also known internationally as Silver, bottled at 38%.
The tequila comes from Destilerías Sierra Unidas in Guadalajara, Jalisco, where the Sierra family, now in its fourth generation, distils from blue Weber agave grown in the mineral-rich soil around the city. After two distillations in traditional pot stills, the tequila rests for a couple of weeks in steel tanks to settle before being bottled crystal clear, with no barrel ageing at all. The agave content sits at around 85%, well above the legal minimum of 51%.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Fruity and fresh with a hint of chilli.
Palate
Nuances of pepper, green apple and ripe pineapple in a full, aromatic body.
Finish
Clean and light, with a final peppery tingle on the tongue.
Specifications
Name: Sierra Silver
Distillery: Destilerías Sierra Unidas
Region/Country: Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
Type: Mexican Blanco Tequila
ABV: 38%
Size: 70 CL
Natural colour: Yes
EAN no.: 4062400115483
Serving suggestion: A classic shot with salt and lemon, or as the base for a Margarita.
Flavour Profile
Fruity · Peppery · Fresh · Agave-forward
Did You Know?
Did you know that the whole "Uno, dos, tres" ritual, salt, shot and lemon, has become part of Sierra's identity worldwide? It is a small party tradition that follows the bottle from bar to bar in more than 90 countries.
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