by admin | Apr 28, 2026 | IN THE NEWS
Available as Both Plata & Reposado Expressions from El Arenal, Jalisco; a Celebration of Terroir
Corona del Mar, CA (April 28, 2026) – Lágrimas del Valle, the award-winning tequila which celebrates “terroir,” has launched its newest vintage, “La Mesa del Charco.” The Plata and Reposado expressions represent the brand’s inaugural Single Estate Tequila and sixth field harvested. Every bottling carries a familiar profile but is distinctly unique in both flavor and aroma.
Lágrimas del Valle is produced in collaboration with Tequila Cascahuin (NOM 1123) and Master Distiller Salvador “Chava” Rosales Trejo. Their distilling tradition dates back three generations to 1904. Nestled in a valley just outside El Arenal, Jalisco – the heart of the “Valley” of Tequila, this field is owned and operated by the Rosales Family of Cascahuin – a true Estate bottling that marks a step beyond our traditional partner-farmed “Ranchos.” The agave here grows in a wild aromatic landscape of Campanilla flowers, Eucalyptus and Guamuchiles (Madras Thorn), imparting a character as unique as the valley itself.
For all Lágrimas expressions, the Rosales family begins by selecting the best Blue Weber Agave available – looking for ripeness, but also for signs of complexities of flavor. The agaves are then loaded into their small 12-16-ton steam powered masonry ovens. Cascahuin utilizes a unique intermittent cooking method for eight hours per day, then stopping until the following day, and repeating over the course of four days. This allows for deep layers of flavor to be developed. The cooked agaves are then removed from the ovens, and their “agua miel” (honey waters) extracted. 70% of the agaves are crushed utilizing a roller mill and then fermented in stainless steel tanks, while the other 30% are crushed using a Tahona, and fermented in open air wooden tanks with the addition of “bagasse” (agave fibers).
“From the very beginning, our vision was to create a tequila that tells a complete story—one rooted in a single place, shaped by its land, and guided by generations of craftsmanship,” said Brandon Cummins, Master Blender and Director of Education for Altamar Brands. “This inaugural single estate expression is a true reflection of that philosophy, a snapshot of the character of the agave, soil, and people in every sip. Lágrimas ‘La Mesa del Charco’ is as distinctive as the land from which it comes.”
Tasting Notes for Lágrimas La Mesa del Charco:
- Plata – layers of tangerine, plus hints of clove and anise give way to a rich velvety mouthfeel of white chocolate, dried cherries, and almond
- Reposado – indulgent notes of orange creamsicle and toasted hazelnuts with a delicate hint of caramelized banana that finishes with a touch of citrus zest and brown butter
Previous Lágrimas del Valle releases include:
- Palo Verde (2022)
- Top 100 Spirits of 2022, Wine Enthusiast, 94 points (Plata)
- Best Sipping Tequilas of 2024, Men’s Journal (Plata)
- El Chiqueño (2022)
- “What tequila is supposed to taste like” -Doug Price, Agave Social Club
- El Sabino (2023)
- 30 Best Tequilas for 2024, Vinepair, 96 points (Plata)
- Top 100 Spirits of 2024, Wine Enthusiast, 94 points (Reposado)
- La Loma (2024)
- Agavos Awards, Double Gold (Plata)
- International Wine & Spirits Competition, Double Gold, 98 points and Wine Enthusiast, 97 points (Reposado)
- La Sabina (2024)
- Wine Enthusiast, 95 points (Plata)
- Wine Enthusiast, 96 points (Reposado)
Lágrimas del Valle “La Mesa del Charco” Plata and Reposado tequilas are double distilled, blended, and bottled at 92 proof (46% ABV) – just below still strength. Each bottle notes the vintage date of harvest, name of the single ranch, as well as details pertaining to its elevation, location, and distinctive characteristics. Both expressions are available throughout the U.S. and online for the suggested retail price of $54.99 and $59.99, respectively.
For more information, please visit https://altamarbrands.com/brands/lagrimastequila/
About Altamar Brands LLC
Founded in 2005 by W. L. Lyons Brown, III, Altamar Brands is a small, entrepreneurial outfit founded to develop and import esoteric, artisanal spirits brands that offer unique and distinctive production stories in their respective categories. They include High n’ Wicked Whiskeys, Foursquare Exceptional Cask Selections Rums, Probitas Rum, R.L. Seale’s 12-Year-Aged Barbados Rum, Witches’ Tree Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey, Elvelo Tequila, Kubler Absinthe, Right Gin and Lágrimas del Valle Tequila. For more information, please visit https://altamarbrands.com/
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by admin | Apr 26, 2026 | IN THE NEWS
100% Additive-Free Small-Batch Tequila Also Introduces a Series of Additive-Free Cocktails in Honor of the Annual Holiday
New York, NY (April 23, 2026) – Marcado 28, a premium small-batch tequila, born from Master Tequilero Bruno Barba of the legendary Romo family that invented Reposado and elevated by the palate of Michelin-starred chef Michael Voltaggio, is offering tequila lovers $5 off each bottle purchased online for Cinco de Mayo via Marcado28.com using the code: CINCODEMAYO2026.
Marcado 28 Blanco and Reposado additive-free tequilas honor 10 generations of distilling expertise and time-honored, traditional techniques — slow-roasting agave and crafting tequila from three all-natural ingredients: water, 100% blue Weber agave from the Tequila Valleys of Jalisco, Mexico, and yeast.
Just in time for Cinco de Mayo, Marcado 28 has crafted a series of additive-free cocktails, which use fresh fruit, real botanicals, and honest ingredients, in lieu of commonly used liqueurs, colorants, and preservatives. From the classic margarita to the paloma fresca, tequila enthusiasts can enjoy these additive-free cocktails this Cinco de Mayo and beyond. Visit Marcado28.com today and enter your email address to receive the cocktail recipes.
“Marcado 28 tequilas are additive-free and we believe that your cocktails should honor that purity,” said Chef and Marcado 28 co-founder Michael Voltaggio. “Additive-free isn’t just what’s in the bottle but how you drink it. People are increasingly asking what’s in their tequila, and these cocktails deliver on the additive-free movement. Additionally this year, tequila lovers will receive five (cinco) dollars off their online purchase of Marcado Blanco and Reposado Tequilas for Cinco de Mayo – Cinco for Cinco!”
Marcado 28 Blanco is the purest form of tequila; clear, unaged and unaltered, while Marcado 28 Reposado acquires a rich golden hue that whispers tales of time and tradition after aging for eight months in American oak barrels. Both expressions received high praise from Wine Enthusiast magazine, which rated the Blanco ($50) and Reposado ($60) with 94 and 93 points, respectively.
For more information, including where to buy, please visit https://marcado28.com/ and follow the brand on Facebook and Instagram
About Marcado 28
Marcado 28 is a premium tequila brand rooted in tradition and authenticity, crafted by a 10th-generation tequila-making family in partnership with Master Tequilero Bruno Barba, Chefs Michael & Bryan Voltaggio, and Spirits That Rock, LLC. Distilled in Jalisco, the award-winning Blanco and Reposado expressions are crafted from 100% blue Weber agave, hand-selected from family-owned farms cultivated and slow-cooked in stainless steel ovens. Focused on additive-free production and real-world engagement, Marcado 28 is redefining how tequila connects with modern consumers.
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by admin | Apr 21, 2026 | IN THE NEWS
Limited-Release Delivers an Expression Where Wheat Meets the Memphis Heat
Memphis, TN (April 21, 2026) – Blue Note Bourbon®, the award-winning whiskey portfolio which is artfully crafted to honor the rich blues music that is synonymous with Memphis, has launched a new Small Batch Wheated Bourbon Blend.
Distilled in Kentucky and then crafted and aged just north of downtown Memphis where the Mississippi and Wolf Rivers collide, the new limited-release features a mashbill of 70% corn, 21% wheat, and 9% barley. The long summers filled with infamous Memphis heat and cooler evenings forces the whiskey deep into the oak, creating an unmistakably rich flavor that’s bold yet smooth. The new expression was bottled at 101 proof (50.5% ABV), unfiltered.
Soft winter wheat steps into the spotlight in this expressive blend, drawing forward layers of ripe peach, brooding caramel, and a flash of apricot accented by cinnamon spice. On the palate, the wheat-driven character shines with sticky toffee, pastry-like sweetness, and a touch of rustic grain, while a subtle hazelnut note introduces a warm, honey-soaked finish.
“Wheated bourbon has always offered a softer, rounder expression of the grain, and with this blend we set out to highlight that character at its most vibrant,” said Harris Smith, Assistant Production Manager, B.R. Distilling Company. “By carefully selecting barrels that balance creamy sweetness with developing spice and oak, we created a bourbon that shows both the approachability of youth and the depth that thoughtful blending can unlock. The result is a whiskey that’s rich, layered, and unmistakably wheated—designed to showcase just how expressive this style can be.”
Approximately 2,800 cases of Blue Note Small Batch Wheated Blend are now available for purchase online at BlueNoteBourbon.com and in select U.S. states (as listed below). The suggested retail price for a 750ml bottle is $44.99.
In addition to the aforementioned limited releases, the award-winning flagship Blue Note portfolio includes Juke Joint ($34.99), Toasted ($44.99), Uncut ($49.99), and Straight Rye Whiskey ($34.99). At the 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Juke Joint and Toasted (formerly Crossroads) were awarded Platinum medals, a rare honor meaning that each expression has received Double Gold medals for three consecutive years.
Production Facility & Tasting Room
Blue Note’s 110,000 square foot production facilities, located on Royal Avenue just North of downtown Memphis, are open from Monday through Friday from 10am – 4:00pm CST and include a unique and intimate tasting room. Guided tours including a tasting are available on Thursdays and Fridays for $20 plus tax & fees. For more information and to book a guided, behind-the-scenes tour, visit www.bluenotebourbon.com. Please follow Blue Note on Facebook and Instagram.
About B.R. Distilling Company
Founded in 2014 in Memphis, TN, B.R. Distilling Company is the oldest licensed distillery in Memphis, TN, and producer of world-famous Blue Note Bourbon. Currently, the company produces five flagship expressions, along with regular limited releases, which are distributed across the following U.S. states: AL, AR, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MS, MO, NY, NJ, OK, RI, SC, TN, TX, Washington, DC and WI as well as online at BlueNoteBourbon.com via Bevstack, which can be shipped to: AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, ME, MN, MO, MT, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, TX, VT, WA, WI, WV, and WY. Take note. Sip responsibly.
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