Fortaleza

Fortaleza remains the gold standard of traditionally produced tequila, crafted at the La Fortaleza distillery in Tequila, Jalisco using the same 19th-century methods — tahona stone wheel, open wood fermentation vats, and alembic pot stills — that Guillermo Sauza’s family pioneered. This commitment to heritage delivers unmatched purity, with the Still Strength Blanco bottled at 92-proof cask strength directly from the still, making it the most technically admired expression among bartenders globally. For purists seeking raw, unadulterated flavor, Fortaleza’s production volume of just 6,000 cases annually cements its rarity and prestige.