The Agave Social Club: Recent Episodes
Doug Price
We are talking with some of the best tequila brands around to hear their story, learn the process and sip on some excellent tequila. To see the video for each episode you can find them on the Agave Social Club YouTube page.
Let's get to know one of the best new brands out there. This is Alto Canto. I speak with Founder Daday Suarez and Master Distiller Juan Reyes as we discuss their high altitude authentic tequila. To purchase, you can go to https://siptequila.com/search?q=alto+canto&type=product
I just got back from Mexico with my wife. We checked on a few projects, tasted a lot of amazing tequila and spent time with awesome friends. Are you looking to visit Mexico? I have some recommendations throughout the episode that you won't want to miss. If you want early access to my ASC projects, be sure to join the membership https://www.theagavesocialclub.com/store/p/the-agave-social-club-membership
Brand new episode with Carreta De Oro. The brand has been around for a while but now under the leadership of Ronak, he's introducing it to a new audience. To learn more about the brand, check out https://carretadeoro.com/
It's that time of the year again. The Fortaleza Winter Blend Press Trip. Join me for this special trip as I spent time at Fortaleza, Caballito Cerrero for a new project, and then on to Arandas to bottle my upcoming Siempre Conexiones project.
Cofounders Todd Hummel and Iliana Partida of Elevacion 1250 join me to share their story. From Canada to Amatitan, Elevacion 1250 is authentic as it gets. Be sure to check out https://elevacion1250tequila.com/ to learn more and head over to https://siptequila.com/products/elevacion1250-blanco-rosa?pr_prod_strat=jac≺_rec_id=8d628001a≺_rec_pid=7939400695997≺_ref_pid=7939400794301≺_seq=uniform to pick up some of their delicious tequila.
I had a chance to speak with Juan Pena who is behind Prolijo Mezcal, Tequila, and Tierra y Libertad Tequila. Three great brands with three great agave spirits. be sure to check out https://www.prolijomezcal.com/ https://www.drinkprolijo.com/ https://www.drinktyl.com/
I had the honor to be a guest on Brad Niccum's show "Tasting Tequila with Brad" I hope you enjoy this candid conversation as Brad had great questions. Be sure to follow Brad Niccum on all platforms.https://tastingtequilawithbrad.com/
Join us for a great conversation with the guys from Loco Tequila. This is a brand that is going against the grain as they look to honor the history of authentic tequila and push the boundaries for the future. To learn more about the brand, you can go to https://loco-tequila.com/
I just got back from Mexico two days ago and had an amazing trip. From Caballito Cerrero, driving the fields sipping Fortaleza Anejo with Guillermo, to spending the night at Enrique Fonsecas barrel house with over 12,000 barrels. This was a special trip.
I speak with Sabor Y Cultura founder Luis Hernandez. You don't want to miss one of the best festivals around that also helps the community. To learn more, go to https://www.saborevent.com/
One of my favorite episodes is with Billy Erickson from Fortaleza. Do you why Fortaleza is not called Los Abuelos in the US? Billy and I discuss it as well as hear the history of the brand. To learn more about the brand go to https://tequilafortaleza.com/
I had the honor to speak to David Alan from PATRÓN Tequila about the brand’s history as well as their additive free tequila and commitment to transparency. To learn more about PATRÓN Tequila, you can visit https://www.patrontequila.com/
Siempre founder and good friend Alex Lacroix joins me to catch us up on all things Siempre, including the special Exclusivo Blanco release created by me for and Sergio Cruz. I can't wait to share this release.
Last year, I had the chance to be a guest on the Whiskey Tequila Fridays Podcast. If you want to hear more of my story and some of my thoughts on tequila, here's your chance. Be sure to check out their show.
Don't miss this incredible ancestral and artisanal mezcal with founders Daniel Zavala and Alejandro Sixto. Be sure to check out https://matasantamezcal.com/ to learn more and to purchase.
I speak with founder of Cambio Tequila John Des Rosiers as he is the mastermind of this exceptional new tequila brand. Be sure to check out https://cambiotequila.com/ to learn more and to purchase.
My good friend Kobe Desmet returns to the show to share what he is up to as he embarks on his new journey with The PKGD Group. From G4 to Ultramundo, The PKGD Group is all about high quality producer owned agave spirits. To learn more you can go to https://pkgdgroup.com/
It is 2025 and The Agave Social Club Podcast is back. Have you had Lost Lore Tequila? This is one that needs to be on your radar. Made right with a great story to tell, Lost Lore has a bright future. To learn more you can go to https://www.lostloretequila.com/
Looking to be an official member of the ASC, join here https://www.theagavesocialclub.com/store/p/the-agave-social-club-membership
A big day as we celebrate 100 episodes of the podcast. It is an honor to have Lalo back on the show as we celebrate their new High Proof Blanco. To learn more about the brand, you can go to https://lalospirits.com/
The Guys from the Tactical Tequila Podcast had me on their show last month so I wanted to share some of our conversation. Be sure to check out there show wherever you listen to podcasts.
I recently wrapped up a production project with the brand Yeyo. Come with me as I recap the trip.
We speak with Christiane Maertens from Valor Tequila and The Gente Buena Foundation, and Kathy Gregoire from Pronatura as we hear about the work that they are doing to bring water to the community of San Pedro de Los Landeros. Starting on September 30th, they are launching a campaign where they look to raise $100,000 for this water initiative. How can you help? Go to https://gentebuenafoundation.org/ and DONATE!!! you can learn more about Valor by going to https://drinkvalor.com/ and don't miss the incredible work that Pronatura is doing by checking out https://pronatura.org.mx/index.php
We are revisiting some of our most popular episodes like this one with Jake Lustig as we hear his story and how he got involved with NOM1146. Are you caught up?
I just got back from MX where I got to spend time with some amazing brands. The 2024 Winter Blend is almost here so let's talk about it.
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My buddies from Cazcanes join me to share an update on all that they have going on. A new XA will come out next year, just launched their rosa blanco with the rosa repo coming this fall all while scaling the brand. Be sure to check out https://www.cazcanes.com/ to learn more.
After the passing of his father, Thomas Hristov continues the legacy and passion that Romeo Hristov created with Chisholm Trail Crafts glasses. It's been 5 years and an education that you won't find at any business school. CTC glasses are beautiful and should be in your collection for sipping your agave spirits. To learn more you can visit, https://www.chisholmtrailcrafts.com/
A big thanks to everyone who has joined the official Agave Social Club Membership. Feel free to check out https://www.theagavesocialclub.com/store/p/the-agave-social-club-membership to learn more.
Chad and Cristina Allen come back on the show to discuss their journey with their single barrel program as well as the Agave Social Club Single Barrel Collaboration. They also drop some big news for what's coming in the future. A big thanks to Kegnbottle.com for supporting this single barrel collaboration at retail.
I speak with Alma Del Jaguar founder McCauley Williams as we discuss everything from Jaguars, to distillation, to Barrel maturation. I also had a chance to try their new High Proof Blanco Nocturna which you can preorder here https://www.almadeljaguar.com/tequilas
I speak with John Melvin from the Good Juice Festival and Montagave Tequila as we discuss all things Good Juice. To learn more about Montagave you can go to https://montagave.com.
Changing it up a bit as I had the chance to be a guest on Jay Baers new show The Spirit Guides. Jay is giving a behind-the-scenes look into how ordinary people turned their passion for the spirit industry into something much larger. I had a great time sharing a little about my journey and I hope you enjoy it as well. Be sure to check out the Spirit Guides on all podcast platforms.
I speak with the co-founders of El Negocio Tequila. This is a newer brand coming out of NOM1123 and worth your attention. We discuss the marriage between their exceptional tequila and their 100 Pt French Oak wine barrels that they use for aging. To purchase, be sure to visit https://www.elnegociotequila.com/
Join me as I was recently in MX with two amazing brands. Lots of content to release but I want to bring you along on some of these special moments.
New Brand Alert!!! Tierra De Ensueno is a new collaboration from Sergio Cruz and Oscar Vazquez and it is a must try. This will be hitting shelves any day now. Be sure to https://ensueno-tequila.com/ to sign up for their mailing list and be notified as to when you can purchase a bottle. @ensueno.tequila.
I speak with Founder of Mission 1530 Jason Krasno as he shares why he started Mission 1530 and how he is set on raising money for the tequila industry and the Bat Friendly Program. Be sure to check out https://www.batfriendly.org/ to learn more about the program.
Founder Pete Kelly joins me to give an update on the fast growing Insolito Tequila as well as share their brand new Extra Anejo. Go to https://www.insolitotequila.com/ to preorder their XA that will release in early March.
I just got back from a quick yet amazing trip with Cazcanes Tequila. Come along for the ride as I recap the weekend.
Be sure to check out https://www.cazcanes.com/ to learn more about the brand. Follow me on IG @agavesocialclub to see more footage from the trip.
I speak with Chief Growth Officer Jim Ruane from Cierto Tequila. Cierto is targeting the high end luxury market and has amassed over 800 awards. Made by Enrique Fonseca and Sergio Mendoza at the highly respected NOM1146 La Tequilena Distillery. To learn more about Cierto you can go to https://cierto.com/
I speak with Experience Agave Founder and Author Clayton Szczech about all things tequila as we hear his story and dive into his new book. Be sure to purchase "A Field Guide To Tequila" here https://www.amazon.com/Field-Guide-Tequila-Where-Taste/dp/1648291481/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1K4OHGX827I4&keywords=a+field+guide+to+tequila&qid=1699998621&sprefix=a+field+guide+to+tequila%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-1
Join us as we hear the story of Number Juan Tequila. You can learn more about the brand by going to https://numberjuantequila.com/ Be sure to follow me on social media @agavesocialclub for more tequila and agave content daily.
I speak with PM Spirits founder Nicolas Palazzi about his journey into bringing incredible spirits to the market. We discuss and taste their super small batch PM Spirits Tequila Blanco as well as talk about some of the other brands they are working with. To learn more about PM Spirits, you can go to https://www.pmspirits.com
Don't miss Lagrimas Del Valle, the newest creation from Altamar Brands and the Cascahuin Distillery. We're diving deep into terroir as we taste this incredible tequila. To learn more about the brand, you can go to https://altamarbrands.com/
Join us as we recap the incredible week we had with some very special people and brands for the first ever TMM Additive Free Week. A big thanks to Grover and Scarlet for such an amazing week. Be sure to download the TMM app.
I had the honor to meet the owner of Uruapan Chiranda Miriam Pacheco when I was with Fortaleza. Her barrels play an intricate role with the upcoming Winter Blend so we needed to hear her story and taste some of her fantastic Agricola Charanda.
Here is my latest recap trip where I had the honor of spending some time with the Fortaleza team as well as try the latest edition of Winter Blend. Amazing people and amazing tequila.
Chris Chapanar , host of the Whisky Noobs Podcast joins me to share some knowledge on Whiskey and walks me through a tasting. Be sure to follow him on IG @whiskey_noobs.
I speak with founder Howard Cao and COO Marcus Jasper as we learn about the foundation of Kokoro Spirits. To try Kokoro visit https://shop.kokorospirits.com/ type in AGAVESOCIAL for 15% off your first order.
I speak with one of the driving forces of Tequila Curado, Jorge Balbontin. We hear his story of getting into the bar scene as well as his journey with Tomas Estes and eventually growing Tequila Curado, the worlds first infused Tequila. Be sure to check out https://www.curadotequila.com/ to learn more about the brand.
I speak with the creator of Quintaliza Tequila double barrel reposado. To purchase your own bottle, go to https://quintalizatequila.com/quintaliza-reposado/ and use the promo code FORTHEBOLD to receive free shipping.
I speak with one of the Co-Founders of Neta Spirits Niki Nakazawa. She shares her story of how she got into Mezcal as we sip through some of their incredible Mezcals. To learn more about the brand, you can visit https://netaspirits.com/
On this episode, we speak with the legend himself Sammy Hagar. He shares his thoughts on celebrity tequila, why he got back into the industry, and why he wants his tequila to be additive free. We spend some time with Santo Fino as they are getting ready to launch their Anejo. To learn more about Santo, go to https://www.santospirit.com/home and if you want to keep up with Sammy, you can go to http://www.redrocker.com Be sure to follow me on IG @agavesocialclub.
I welcome back my good friend Jake Lustig as he shares stories that span his almost 30 years in the Mezcal industry, as we taste through the entire current line up of Don Amado. Be sure to go to https://delmezcal.com/don-amado/ to learn more about the brand. Follow me on Social Media @agavesocialclub for more tequila/Mezcal content. Please drink responsibly.
I speak with CEO and Co-Founder Chris Timmerman as we talk about the story of Dano's Tequila. With a pineapple and jalapeno infused blanco as well as their regular lineup of Tequila Blanco, Reposado, and Anejo, Danos is one to try out at a very affordable price. To learn more about the brand, you can go to https://www.danostequila.com/ Be sure to follow me on Instagram and TikTok @agavesocialclub.
I speak with the creator of 5 Sentidos Mezcal Jason Cox as we discuss his journey to Oaxaca as well as showcasing some of the best Mezcaleros around. To learn more about this brand go to https://www.drink5sentidos.com/ I am truly blown away by this brand and what Jason and his team are doing. Be sure to follow @agavesocialclub on social media to learn more about tequila and mezcal.
I welcome back Salvador Picazo Chavez to share the story of Tequila Gran Dovejo. To learn more about the brand, go to https://www.tequilagrandovejo.com/ A big thanks to https://siptequila.com/ for sponsoring this episode. Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub
Join me as I share my latest adventure as I had the chance to join Tequila Ocho at the grand opening of their new distillery. I also drop some exclusive news for an upcoming project that I am working on. A big thanks to Ocho and everyone else that was involved in this special trip. Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub for short form content daily.
I just spent a full day with the Cazcanes team in MX and am excited to share with you their big news. You can check out https://www.cazcanes.com/ to learn more about the brand.
I speak with Alex Lacroix and Rick Harper from Siempre Tequila as they share their story. They have been busy working on various Siempre projects from their Rebel Cask to the phenomenal Exclusivo Vivo. To learn more about the brand, you can go to https://www.siempretequila.com/. To Purchase Siempre, you can go to https://siptequila.com/?ref=Agavesocialclub&utm_source=affiliate.
On this episode, I speak with one of the Global Brand Ambassadors for Tequila Fortaleza. Kobe Desmet shares his story on how he teamed up with Fortaleza and we also walk through the new Winter Blend 2022. To learn more about Fortaleza you can go to https://tequilafortaleza.com/ Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub.
I speak with brand owner/restaurateur/agave spirit educator David Suro. Hear his story from his journey into Tequila to the production methods of Siembra Valles Ancestral. To learn more about David's involvement with the bat friend program you can go to https://www.batfriendly.org/home/ To learn more about Siembra Spirits, visit https://www.siembraspirits.com/ You can follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub
We kick off the brand new season with Grover from Tequila Matchmaker. He shares with us what is in store for the TequilaMatch app, what he's learned from the additive free program, and we do a deep dive into the coolest project around, Lote Cito. Check out https://tastetequila.com to learn more about Tequila. For more tequila content, follow me on Instagram, @agavesocialclub.
Jenny shares her family history as well as her journey to La Altena as we celebrate the 85th anniversary of one of the best distilleries around. We also talk about the just released El Tesoro 85th Anniversary Extra Anejo. To learn more about El Tesoro, you can visit https://www.eltesorotequila.com
A big thanks to our sponsor Sip Tequila. To use my affiliate link you can click here for great deals. https://siptequila.com/?ref=Agavesocialclub&utm_source=affiliate
Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub as we have a lot of great things planned for the rest of the year. Don't miss the all new season starting in January of 2023.
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I speak with Co-Founder Lalo Gonzalez as he shares the story of Lalo Tequila. Focused solely on their tequila blanco, Lalo Tequila is an authentic additive free tequila made to be shared, sipped, or mixed. To learn more, you can go to https://lalospirits.com/ A big thanks to Sip Tequila for sponsoring the show. Be sure to check out my affiliate link below. https://siptequila.com/?ref=Agavesocialclub&utm_source=affiliate
I speak with Co-Founder and CEO of El Gran Legado De Vida Steve Vera. This is a phenomenal tequila that is a must try. Hear his story from the entertainment industry, to planting his own agaves, to partnering with the Rosales family and the Cascahuin distillery. To learn more, you can go to http://www.tequilalegado.com/ingles/ and to purchase your own bottle, you can visit https://lovescotch.com/products/el-gran-legado-de-vida-blanco-tequila. For additional tequila content, be sure to follow me on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok @agavesocialclub. Thanks for listening and please drink responsibly.
We speak with Founder+CEO Pete Kelly and Master Distiller Alberto Herrera from Insolito Tequila. Hear their story as we taste through their entire additive free line up. To purchase Insolito, you can visit https://shopinsolitotequila.com/ A big thanks to our sponsor https://siptequila.com/
This week we feature the amazing Don Fulano and co-creator Sergio Mendoza. Join us as we discuss what makes El Tequilena NOM1146 so special and taste through the entire Don Fulano lineup. Don Fulano will be launching this week at https://siptequila.com so make sure to check the site for once it's available. To learn more about Don Fulano, you can go to https://www.donfulano.com/
I was invited by Fortaleza for a press trip to come and try the brand new, yet to be released WB2022. This is the recap of a very special trip. Keep your eyes open as it will start to hit the market in a few months. A special thanks to the Fortaleza team for the invitation. To learn more about Fortaleza, visit https://tequilafortaleza.com/. As always, a huge thanks to the sponsor of the show https://siptequila.com
On this episode, I speak with National Mixologist and Corporate Trainer Collin De Laval from Codigo 1530. Some big names involved with this brand but this is a tequila that goes back generations from Amatitan. We taste through their expressions as well as their new Mezcals.
To learn more you can go to https://codigo1530.com. To purchase, you can check out my good friends at https://siptequila.com/ Please consider rating and reviewing the show. Thanks for listening.
On this episode we dive into the beauty of Mezcal and Michoacan with La Luna Mezcal. Founder Salvador Picazo Chavez better known as Chava shares his story as he celebrates Michoacan and authentic mezcal. To purchase La Luna you can use my affiliate link here https://siptequila.com/?ref=Agavesocialclub&utm_source=affiliate and to learn more about La Luna, you can check out their website which is full of great information. https://www.lalunamezcal.com/usa/ Be sure to follow me on Instagram as well as subscribe to The Agave Social Club YouTube channel.
To celebrate episode 50 of The Agave Social Club Podcast, I spoke with Emmy Award winning Directors Nick Kovacic and Matt Riggieri from the film Agave: The Spirit of a Nation. This documentary follows three individuals who are masters of their craft as they share their stories of Tequila and Mezcal and the journey that this amazing plant has led them on. You can go to https://agave.film/ to find out where to watch it. A big thanks to https://siptequila.com/ for supporting the show.
Please consider leaving a review or rating on Apple or Spotify. Here's to the next 50.
I am speaking with Top Chef finalist Dave Martin and his brand new cookbook The Tequila Diet. Dave has a passion for life, travel, and all things Mexico. He partnered up with El Baston Del Rey for a Tequila infused cookbook filled with authentic Mexican dishes that you can cook in the comfort of your own kitchen. To order your copy of this fantastic cookbook click here, https://www.amazon.com/Tequila-Diet-Exploring-Mexican-Greatest-ebook/dp/B09WZFM2ZF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=SZ4552XQP0YV&keywords=The+tequila+diet&qid=1657664740&sprefix=the+tequila+diet%2Caps%2C101&sr=8-1
You can go to https://www.mytequiladiet.com to learn more.
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I speak with Pedro Camarena, the creator of Tequila Primo 1861. Pedro partnered with family member Felipe Camarena as he is honoring his Great Great Grandfather Pedro Camarena Ramirez who founded the first tequila distillery in Arandas.
To learn more about Tequila Primo, go to https://www.tequilaprimo.com/ and if you want to purchase it, you can go to https://siptequila.com/products/primo-1861-blanco. Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub as well as check out The Agave Social Club YouTube channel.
I speak with Luis Torres, one of the creators of Tequila General Gorostieta as he brings the story of the General back to life. We taste through their blanco and Joven as well as the production process as both expressions are now coming out of NOM1414. To learn more about the brand, check out https://www.tequilagg.us/ where you can purchase it. Be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel The Agave Social Club for more video content.
I invited Ocho's Global Ambassador Jesse Estes back on the show as we talk about their single barrel program as well as discuss the brand new highly sought after Ocho Puntas. This is their first over proofed Tequila Blanco known as The Puntas. Tune in to find out what makes this release so special. To learn more about Tequila Ocho, you can go to https://ochotequila.com You can also learn more about Ocho and Carlos Camarena with the release of the new film Agave: The Spirit of a Nation. https://agave.film Be sure to check out my YouTube Channel The Agave Social Club for more video content.
I speak with John and Lucie Melvin, the creators of Montagave Tequila. This isn't your average Tequila Blanco, rested 29 days in Bordeaux French Oak barrels to bring in Lucie's heritage from France. Made at NOM1123 at the Cascahuin distillery, this tequila is a must for your collection. To learn more about the brand and to purchase a bottle, go to https://montagave.com. Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub
Join me as I speak with the ever brilliant and passionate Sophie Decobecq as we hear her journey to agave as well as learn about fermentation. To learn more about Calle 23, you can visit https://www.tequilacalle23.com. A big thanks to our sponsor https://siptequila.com. For questions or inquiries about the show, you can reach out to me at theagavesocialclub@gmail.com.
I recently returned from Mexico and wanted to share with you my journey as we continue to share the beautiful story of tequila and all of the wonderful people that I have met along the way. Please let me know if you have any questions about my trip. A big thanks to https://siptequila.com/ for being the sponsor of the show. Be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel The Agave Social Club as I will be releasing a lot of content from the trip.
I had the honor to speak with my buddy Guillermo Erickson Sauza. Guillermo is a 5th generation member of the Sauza family. Here the story of how he brought back this small distillery in 2000 and is now making some of the best tequila around. To learn more about the brand, you can go to https://tequilafortaleza.com/. To purchase Fortaleza, you can go to https://siptequila.com/?ref=Agavesocialclub&utm_source=affiliate. Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub as well as on YouTube. Thanks for listening.
On this episode, I speak with the creator of Crotalo Tequila, Mark Carlston. This is a passion project through and through. We hear about how it all started as well as all the unique techniques that sets Crotalo apart. To learn more, you can go to https://www.crotalotequila.co/ If you want to get your hands on the limited Holiday Wine Cellar XA you can go to https://holidaywinecellar.com/holiday-wine-cellar-vacaciones-sesenta-y-cinco-crotalo-extra-a-ejo-tequila/. Be sure to check out my Youtube channel The Agave Social Club as I have new videos every week. Thanks for listening.
I had the opportunity to speak with one of the most influential mixologists in the world, Jeffrey Morgenthaler. We hear about how he got started with bartending, discuss his best selling books, as well as talk about how to make a great cocktail. Be sure to check out https://jeffreymorgenthaler.com/ to read his blog, learn great cocktail recipes, and purchase one of his books. You can follow him on Instagram @Jeffmorgen. A big thanks to our sponsor https://siptequila.com/. Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub
I speak with my friend Jake Lustig who over the years, has helped created some incredible tequila brands. He has built a special bond with tequila legend Enrique Fonseca and together, have launched multiple projects. On this episode, we discuss the Tequilena Distillery and what sets it apart. To learn more about the brands we discuss coming out of NOM1146, you can visit https://haas-brothers.com/expression-category/agave-spirits/ as well as https://deltequila.com/. You can use my affiliate link to purchase ArteNOM and Fuenteseca and experience the magic of this distillery. https://siptequila.com/?ref=Agavesocialclub&utm_source=affiliate Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub. Enjoy the show.
On this episode, I speak with Vinny Estrada and JP Diz from The Tequila Partners. They help new brands navigate the ups and downs of turning your agave dream into a reality as well as a handful of services for existing brands. To learn more about what they do, visit https://tequilapartners.com. A big thanks to Sip Tequila for sponsoring this episode. You can order amazing brands shipped safely to your door by visiting https://siptequila.com/?ref=Agavesocialclub&utm_source=affiliate. Be sure to follow me on Instagram and Tik Tok and thanks for listening.
I speak with Alberto Partida as we discuss his first batch of tequila at age 12, college in France and how he is honoring his Grandfather with Don Reserva De Don Alberto. We also talk about his brand new certified additive free Amatitena Tequila Blanco. You can follow Alberto on Instagram @apartida1477. A big thanks to our sponsor Sip Tequila. You can purchase Don Alberto and other great tequilas by clicking https://siptequila.com/?ref=Agavesocialclub&utm_source=affiliate. Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub and check out my YouTube channel for more great content.
It is a brand new season of the Agave Social Club Podcast. We speak with Carlos and Fany Camarena as they recently finished their brand new distillery which will be producing Tequila Ocho and Curado. Listen as we discuss the new distillery as well as talk about the importance of the field and the Bat Friendly Initiative along with the Tequila Interchange Project. You can learn more at http://www.tequilainterchangeproject.org as well as get involved. To learn more about Tequila Ocho, you can go to http://www.ochotequila.com. For any questions, you can reach out to Fany Camarena at Fany@tequilaochomexico.com . Be sure to visit http://www.siptequila.com for all of your tequila purchases. Follow me on Instagram @theagavesocialclub and thanks for listening.
We're are speaking with the creators of https://tastetequila.com and The Tequila Matchmaker app. We discuss the Confirmed Additive Free Program as well as why blind tastings are so important.
Did you know that they started making "tequila" at home during the pandemic? Tune in as we walk through Lote 1-3 of their Lote Cito project and hear the process and what they have learned along the way.
Tastetequila.com has been self funded for the past decade. If you want to donate you can go to https://tastetequila.com/like-what-we-do-you-can-donate-here
Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub as we have multiple giveaways during the Holiday season. Thanks for listening. The Agave Social Club Podcast will return in January with a brand new Season.
We speak with two of the owners of Cazcanes Tequila. Made at NOM1599 a truly small batch craft distillery. Listen as we talk about the ancient recipe that they are using and how they are intentional with every step of the process. We taste through their Tequila Blanco, Reposado, and Anejo which are all fantastic. To learn more about the brand, you can visit https://www.cazcanes.com. Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub as you don't want to miss our December Christmas giveaways.
On this episode, I speak with Everardo Gonzalez and Dustin Schweitzer from Tequila Cabal. Listen as we hear the story of how Everardo built this brand that took 7 years in the making. We taste through the entire line up from Tequila Blanco to Extra Anejo. Made at NOM 1480, Tequila Cabal is traditional quality tequila in a presentation that is second to none. You can learn more about them at https://www.tequilacabal.com. Don't miss my YouTube recap video https://youtu.be/7oTHNbOvFpY
I speak with Central Brand Ambassador Tyler Jay Wang as he shares his love for all things El Tesoro as well as the story behind the famous brand. To learn more about their tequila, you can visit https://www.eltesorotequila.com/ Be sure to check out the recap video showing you the progression of each bottle on The Agave Social Club YouTube Channel. https://youtu.be/CeLxEYdqWeY
Join me as I share some of the highlights from my recent trip to Mexico. I was able to visit 6 incredible distilleries as I fell more in love with this industry. There are too many people to thank but I want to give a shout out to so many people that made this trip special. A big thanks to @michaelanthonytv for being my travel buddy and a very special thank you to Chad and Cristina Allen from Volans, Carolyn Kissick, Jose Santillan, Gina Castillo, Steffin Oghene, Tony Salles, Calla Salles, La Altena, Jesse Estes, Magally Franco, Ocho, Tapatio, El Tesoro, Felipe Camarena, Oscar Vazquez, Chava and Benjamin Rosales, Cascahuin, Jessie Orozco, Tetsu, Miroslava Garcia, Isis Gomez, Billy Erickson, Guillermo Erickson, Molly, Arturo and La Catrina Cantina, Remy Newland, JP Diz, Grover and Scarlett, Ben Barber, Francisco Perez, Casa Atanasio, Rene Carranza, Cazcanes and all of the other amazing people that we met along the way. I am not sure when I will be back but I am already looking forward to it. I want to highly encourage you to go and visit if you ever get the chance. Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub and if you like the podcast, please rate it.
Help us celebrate Mezcal week by featuring one of the best Mezcal brands around, Mezcal Vago. I speak with co-founder Dylan Sloan as he shares the wild story of their first time drinking Mezcal, and how an ear infection led to an amazing turn of events that eventually created Mezcal Vago. You can visit https://mezcalvago.com to learn more about the brand and be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub.
G4 is the epitome of craft traditional Tequila. On this episode, I speak with Alan Camarena from G4. Alan, his brother Luis, and father Felipe Camarena run El Pandillo which is one of the top rated distilleries in Mexico. Hear the story and find out why G4 and El Pandillo are in a league all of their own. To buy G4 you can go to https://siptequila.com and to learn more about the brand you can visit https://g4tequila.life . Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub and check out my YouTube page The Agave Social Club. https://youtu.be/75psWKREriU
The Agave Social Club Podcast celebrates our 1 year anniversary with Andy Bardon and Wild Common. If you want to taste one of the purist examples of Tequila then you need to try Wild Common. It is only available at https://siptequila.com so make sure you check them out to order both Lote 1 and 2. To learn more about Wild Common you can go to https://wildcommon.com. Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub and you can check out my YouTube channel here https://youtu.be/-yIFq9_u9fA
I speak with 5th generation farmer Will Lydgate from Lydgate Farms. Lydgate Farms is located on the island of Kauai and is ranked as one of the best chocolates in the world. We taste different types of chocolate and discuss the parallels to quality chocolate and quality tequila. Solento Organic Tequila accompanies as we dive into the fascinating world of chocolate and tequila pairing. Be sure to check out the recap video https://youtu.be/C1inSuQKoKI and you can purchase Lydgate Farms Chocolate at https://lydgatefarms.com . Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub and thanks for listening.
Who's ready to learn about Mezcal? I speak with Global Brand Ambassador Joseph Mortera as we hear his acclaimed mixology story and the story behind The Lost Explorer Mezcal. We taste through all three of there expressions and dive deeper into the beautiful world of Mezcal. Be sure to check them out online at https://thelostexplorermezcal.com You can watch the recap video here https://youtu.be/B-oCntyh4zs. Thanks for listening.
After years of being dormant, Tequila Corrido is back. Listen how new owner Brian Raab shares the journey of teaming up with Ana Maria Romero to create a new profile that honors Brad Hoover and his legacy. To purchase you can go to https://www.oldtowntequila.com. Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub. YouTube recap can be seen here https://youtu.be/5mGhuVLnzFY
I speak with Maestro Tequilero Jose Valdez with Tequila Partida. Jose shares his journey into tequila. We taste some of their original line up as well as their new Roble Fino tequila. To learn more about Partida you can go to https://partidatequila.com. To watch the bottle recap video click https://youtu.be/Bf74HWRqSb8.
Over a century old, Cascahuin stands the test of time. I speak with third generation master distiller Salvador Rosales Trejo better known as Chava. We discuss the history of the brand, taste some of their delicious blanco tequila, and talk about the Tequila Interchange Project. To learn more about Cascahuin you can go to https://tequilacascahuin.com. If you want to make a tax deductible donation to support the Tequila Interchange Project, you can go to https://tequilainterchangeproject.org. Be sure to follow Chava on social media @chavasr
I've asked Chad and Cristina Allen back on the show as we talk about their new Reposado. They also give us an update on some big news regarding their future and the future of Volans Ultra Premium Tequila. To learn more about Volans, check out https://volanstequila.com .If you want to purchase their amazing tequila, you can use my affiliate link https://siptequila.com/?ref=Agavesocialclub&utm_source=affiliate. Be sure to follow them out on Instagram @Volanstequila.
We speak with Chopin Imports COO Chuck Kane as he shares what makes El Pandillo Distillery the number 1 rated distillery in all of Mexico. We discuss the partnership that Chopin Imports and Felipe Camarena have with the phenomenal brand Terralta. Join us as we taste through 5 of their expressions. Click https://youtu.be/vl8_CyhYWZc to watch the recap video and see the bottles. If you want to purchase Terralta, you can go to https://siptequila.com Thanks for listening.
We're celebrating Cinco De Mayo which is hard to do without having Tequila. I speak with the husband and wife duo that created Aldez Organic Tequila. This is a phenomenal offering coming out of NOM 1480. Manuel's passion and knowledge about the industry is evident as he shares the story of Aldez Tequila. To learn more about the brand, or to purchase it, go to https://aldeztequila.com. You can watch the Aldez Podcast Recap Video here https://youtu.be/II5Xe7VxujQ. Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub and thanks for listening.
Fortaleza is the industry standard for small batch, craft, artisanal tequila. With a history that dates back to the 1800s this is a brand with some stories to tell. Billy Erickson, Marketing Director and great, great, great grandson of Don Cenobio Sauza better known as the "Father of Tequila" speaks with us to share some of his family history and how his father Guillermo Erickson Sauza rebuilt the family distillery back in the early 2000s and started producing one of the best tequilas around- Fortaleza Tequila. To learn more or for a tour of the distillery you can visit https://tequilafortaleza.com. To watch the video recap and to see the bottles you can click https://youtu.be/2APc5zC4Roc. If you want to purchase Fortaleza you can visit https://siptequila.com
Do you ever think of how much Terroir impacts the tequila that you are drinking? In this episode, we explore this proven concept with Brand Ambassador Jesse Estes and Tequila Ocho. Tequila Ocho started as a project between two friends, tequila expert/bar owner Tomas Estes and famed Master Distiller Carlos Camarena. They are using single estate agaves from different ranches each having its own microclimate creating characteristics in flavor and aroma that are particular to each ranch. To learn more about this amazing brand you can visit https://ochotequila.com and follow Jesse on Instagram @jesseocho.
We also spend some time talking about the bat-friendly project which is crucial for the future of the industry. I highly encourage you to check out https://tequilainterchangeproject.org to learn more and to donate to the great causes that they are involved in. You can purchase Tequila Ocho by using my affiliate link here https://siptequila.com/?ref=Agavesocialclub&utm_source=affiliate You can watch the YouTube recap video here https://youtu.be/mJUUbu3Q4gY. Thanks for listening.
It is hard to talk about surfing without talking about filmmaker Taylor Steele. Years ago, Taylor set out on a journey to slow down and connect on a deeper level with those around him. Through this journey, he created Solento Organic Tequila. We discuss how this truly is a way of life for him and how everything from the bottle to the name is telling a story. Check out https://solentotequila.com to learn more about the brand. To purchase Solento you can go to https://siptequila.com and to watch the YouTube video recap you can click here https://youtu.be/TqKzk04EnNE
I speak with Juan Coronado the Co-Founder of Mijenta Tequila. Listen as we talk about the importance of terroir and tequila as well as taste their Blanco and brand new Reposado. You can learn more about Mijenta by going to https://mijenta-tequila.com. To purchase you can use my affiliate link and Sip Tequila will ship it straight to your door. https://siptequila.com/?ref=Agavesocialclub&utm_source=affiliate. Check out the beautiful bottles by watching my YouTube Recap video https://youtu.be/lI2Ws5Fp1cc
Have you ever heard of a blanco resting in a barrel for a full lunar cycle? This is just one expression that we are going to talk about and taste as we speak with Suave Tequila. Lead by 5th generation Master Distiller Jaime Villalobos Sauza who is also a certified Tequila Catador and the former president of the Organization of Sommeliers of Mexico. Ralph Farias talks about the process for all 6 of their expressions. Check out https://suavetequila.com to learn more or to purchase this beautiful tequila. Be sure to check out the YouTube recap video by clicking here https://youtu.be/myQtKId7oEo. You can follow me on Instagram and Twitter @agavesocialclub. Thanks for listening.
We speak with Tapatio importer and Charbay Master Distiller Marko Karakasevic about the iconic brand Tapatio. We talk about the history and the process of making Tapatio. We even get to taste a high proof blanco with Tapatio 110 which is full of flavor as well as some bite. To learn more about Tapatio you can visit https://charbay.com. You can watch the video recap on YouTube by clicking https://youtu.be/zEdCexq4aBY. Follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub and thanks for listening.
In this episode I speak with Franco and Francisco Perez who are two of the owners of Atanasio Tequila. Atanasio continues on the tradition of small batch, craft tequila just like Tio Atanasio did so many years ago. Made at Casa Atanasio NOM1599 by Master Distiller Don Chico. To learn more about Atanasio you can check out https://tequilaatanasio.com. If you want to learn more about the Agave Social Club or if you are looking to host a virtual tasting event for friends/corporate event you can check out https://theagavesocialclub.com. You can watch the recap video by clicking https://youtu.be/G_pqsEqx1oA
We speak with the co-creator of ArteNOM Tequila Jake Lustig. ArteNOM is the only brand that is being made at multiple distilleries. Each expression is made at a different distillery where they let the master distiller create their own piece of art through tequila. To learn more about ArteNOM and the process of making tequila, you can check out https://deltequila.com/ and if you are wanting to purchase ArteNOM you can do so online through my affiliate link https://tinyurl.com/Siptequila. Follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub and you can learn more about the Agave Social Club as well as listen to past episodes by clicking here http://theagavesocialclub.com. To watch the video recap click here https://youtu.be/UVPJeKR-Hm8
Master Distiller Jorge "Tony" Salles Cuervo shares the history of El Tequileno Tequila which dates back to 1959 when his Grandfather started the company. We discuss their original mixto blanco as well as taste through their entire Grand Reserve 100% Agave lineup which includes their Reposado Rare which has been aged for over 6 years in giant barrels. To learn more about El Tequileno and their beautiful hotel Casa Salles you can check out https://www.tequileno.com if you are interested in purchasing El Tequileno and have it shipped straight to your door you can visit https://tinyurl.com/Siptequila. Be sure to follow me on instagram @agavesocialclub. Click here to watch the recap video https://youtu.be/gJTQu8bVXks
We look at the newer brand Puerto Bello Tequila owned by twin brothers Francisco and Jorge Bello. They share the ups and downs of launching a tequila brand in the United States as well as talk about their award winning tequila. check them out https://tequilapuertobello.com
We also get to try out Xicaru's Pechuga Mole Mezcal just in time for the holidays. Listen how Chris Hampson shares about making this special mezcal. You can learn more about Xicaru by clicking here https://xicarumezcal.com
Be sure to subscribe to the podcast as we have an amazing lineup that will be featured in 2021. You can watch the brief recap video by clicking https://youtu.be/vP0YcprmYXY and you can follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub
On this episode we learn about Brand Ambassadors and Cristalinos with Aubrey West as well as try Volcan De Mi Tierra's brand new Reposado Tequila. To learn more about Volcan De Mi Tierra visit http://www.volcan.com and to purchase visit https://www.oldtowntequila.com/ follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub and click here to see the bottles. https://youtu.be/NaobguXTxzw
We speak with Yeyo Tequila founder Jon Bullinger and hear how he stumbled upon one of the best rated distilleries to produce his amazing Silver Tequila simply because they left the front gate open. To learn more about Yeyo Tequila you can visit http://www.yeyotequila.com and to purchase a bottle of their delicious silver you can click http://https://siptequila.com/?ref=DOUGLASPRICE&utm_source=affiliate Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub and if you like the show, please rate and subscribe.
We speak with co-founder and brand and marketing specialist Hannah Lewis about siptequila.com and how they are changing the landscape of how we purchase tequila. Incredible brands with an incredible shopping experience shipped straight to your door. To experience Sip Tequila first hand click https://siptequila.com/?ref=DOUGLASPRICE&utm_source=affiliate
We're bringing the heat as we speak with Tanteo Tequila's CEO and Master Blender Neil Grosscup. Tanteo's focus is on craft cocktails that bring a little heat. We hear how Neil almost became a Priest before running Tanteo as well as sampling their beautiful Blanco. Join us as we make a few cocktails and try sipping their Habanero infused tequila. Go to http://tanteotequila.com to learn more about the company, find great cocktail recipes and purchase their tequila. Follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub
Chris Hampson from Xicaru Mezcal shares their story and explains the difference between Mezcal and Tequila. We hear the old world traditional process of how Xicaru is made and I get to try the Silver, Reposado, and Anejo. Visit https://www.xicarumezcal.com to learn more about this great brand. https://www.oldtowntequila.com/xicaru-silver-mezcal/ to purchase any of their products. You can email me at theagavesocialclub@gmail.com and be sure to follow me on instagram @agavesocialclub. You can watch the Youtube video recap here https://youtu.be/EQ4soUa3F2s
We speak with tequila expert MariCarmen Ortiz Conway as she shares some of her favorite things that every tequila drinker should know. We are also trying out the beautiful Dulce Amagura Extra Anejo Tequila. This is a handmade bottle coming out of NOM 1466 that is certainly a piece of art. Follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub. You can watch the recap video of Dulce Amagura on my Youtube page by clicking here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JiQi_DZo6fo&t=33s
If you are wanting to purchase a bottle of Dulce Amagura for yourself or as a gift you can do so here. https://www.hitimewine.net/dulce-amargura-extra-anejo-1lt-collectible-edition-nom-1466-i-112004.html
I get to speak with Chad and Cristina Allen from Volans Ultra Premium Tequila. Volans is coming out of El Pandillo which is the number one rated distillery in all of Mexico. They share their brand new limited release single barrel reposado along with their Blanco and Extra Anejo. We also get to hear what sets El Pandillo apart from the competition. Check out http://www.volanstequila.com as well as https://tinyurl.com/Siptequila to purchase Volans.
In this episode I speak with President and Co-Founder Laurence Spiewak of Suerte Tequila. We learn how two guys went from talking about starting a tequila brand to starting one of the best and affordable tequilas on the market. We also get to try a single barrel 8 year Extra Anejo. To learn more about Suerte Tequila and to purchase their incredible tequila click http://www.drinksuerte.com. Be sure to follow me on Instagram @agavesocialclub and if you are interested in seeing the video for each episode you can find it on the Agave Social Club channel.
On this episode I speak with Laurend Abraham who is the North American brand manager for Padre Azul super premium tequila. We learn where Padre Azul came from as well as hear how their super premium tequila is made. If you want to learn more about Padre Azul you can check out their site here http://www.padreazul.com