The Premium Tequila of Casa Dragones   by Kamal M & Christine Kennedy

in Food / Wines and Spirits    (submitted 2011-04-21)

Casa Dragones Tequila Joven, known as one of the best tequilas on the market, is meant to be sipped, savored and thoroughly enjoyed. Expertly handcrafted in small batches, this exceptional spirit boasts a fresh, inviting nose with delicate aromas of sweet roasted agave, complemented by subtle floral and citrus notes. The smooth, refined palate offers soft, elegant flavors of earthy agave with hints of vanilla, pear and spice which leads to a clean, warm finish.

The Casa Dragones estate is located 1200 meters above sea level within the Eje Volcanico Transversal (Trans-Mexican Volcanic belt) in Jalisco, Mexico where the combination of soil, climate and altitude provide the ideal conditions for growing the finest agave. The fertile soil is abundant with minerals such as potassium and silica, which produces the sweet, savory Blue Agaves that are necessary for the signature taste of Casa Dragones. After the plants reach maturity, they are carefully chosen by the Maestro Tequilero, who selects each plant based on the level of ripeness and sweetness in the heart of the piña.

After the piñas are processed and fermented, the tequila is distilled multiple times with pure spring water through an advanced column process that removes any natural impurities. The process is completed by the Maestro Tequilero, who adds in the perfect amount of extra añejo tequila to balance the taste. This final touch results in 100% Blue Agave Joven Tequila, one of the five official classifications of tequila, defined by this elegant blend of platinum and extra anejo.

This exceptional blend is then housed in a gorgeous, limited edition bottle that has been handcrafted in Mexico City from pure, lead-free crystal. Skilled artisans place the crystal in molds until the shape takes hold, and then sculpt, bathe and polish the bottle until it is deemed worthy of Casa Dragones Tequila.

Casa Dragones Tequila Joven is a must-have for any serious collector, and is an excellent choice for tequila enthusiasts who want to indulge in a premium tequila that is soft, smooth and undeniably unique. Delicious on the rocks with a splash of soda and a twist of lime, or mixed in your favorite margarita recipe, Casa Dragones is sure to be a hit throughout the summer months! Check DrinkUp NY for some great cocktail books and recipes!

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About the Author

Christine Kennedy writes for Drink Up New York. About DrinkUpNY: DrinkUpNY is a licensed wine and spirits store based in Brooklyn, NY that strives to offer their customers a diverse and carefully selected array of fine libations, from the everyday to the incredibly rare, all at excellent prices. DrinkUpNY is always adding unexpected, exciting and hard-to-find wines and spirits, and want to help our customers discover something they will love. DrinkUpNY employs both a wine and spirits specialist to select our new items and offers free shipping within United States, so there’s no better way to try something new. You can also pick up your order from our Park Slope store.